The Lumbar Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy, 2 Vol Set (801-2) [Paperback]

Robin A. McKenzie (Author), Stephen May (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0958364753 | ISBN-13: 978-0958364751 | Edition: 2

The Lumbar Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy by Robin McKenzie and Stephen May has been revised and expanded into a two volume tome with a foreward by Nikolai Bogduk, MD, PhD, DSc. New 'evidence-based' chapters present intervertebral disc pathology, updated techniques, stream-lined classification system and revised management for derangement syndromes. Illustrated, softcover, 728 pages.

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About the Author

Robin McKenzie has devoted over 30 years developing a system of examination and treatment of mechanical neck and back pain that is recognized internationally and taught to thousands of clinicians worldwide. Robin McKenzie is an Honorary Life Member of the APTA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 700 pages
• Publisher: Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products; 2 edition (June 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0958364753
• ISBN-13: 978-0958364751
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.3 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #132,446 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #39 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Aging > Back Pain

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gold standard for conservative spinal care, April 8, 2004

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Rob (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Lumbar Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy, 2 Vol Set (801-2) (Paperback)

This is an excellent reference textbook and guide to mechanical treatment for mechanical spinal dysfunctions for health care professionals. The mechanical diagnosis into the proper syndromes and application of mechanical treatments needs to be provided by a highly trained practitioner (preferrably a Certified MDT)that has attended the McKenzie courses. The proper applicatin of the manual techniques cannot be learned by simply reading the text.

"Treat Your Own Back" and "Treat Your Own Neck" books are excellent for the layperson.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gold standard for conservative spinal care, April 8, 2004

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Rob (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Lumbar Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy, 2 Vol Set (801-2) (Paperback)

This is an excellent reference textbook and guide to mechanical treatment for mechanical spinal dysfunctions for health care professionals. The mechanical diagnosis into the proper syndromes and application of mechanical treatments needs to be provided by a highly trained practitioner (preferrably a Certified MDT)that has attended the McKenzie courses. The proper applicatin of the manual techniques cannot be learned by simply reading the text.

"Treat Your Own Back" and "Treat Your Own Neck" books are excellent for the layperson.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Treatment Approach and Solid Theory, December 17, 2008

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Michael Bushman "Shane" (GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Lumbar Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy, 2 Vol Set (801-2) (Paperback)

I strongly agree with this theory of treatment for the spine. It works for 80% of my back case load and the the other 20% need other manual therapy typically Maitland approach or will not respond to mechanical treatment. Not for someone to treat themselves as needs thorough assessment to work properly, but a must read/courses for any outpatient therapist or other healthcare practitioner that treats the spine. I do have to admit that its success is lower for me in the cervical and thoracic spine where I personally believe the maitland approach has a higher overall success rate. But never the less should be in your bag of tricks.