Manipulation of the Spine, Thorax and Pelvis: An Osteopathic Perspective (Book with CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh) [Paperback]

Peter Gibbons MB BS DO DM-Smed MHSc (Author), Philip Tehan DO DipPhysio MHSc (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0443062625 | ISBN-13: 978-0443062629 | Publication Date: November 15, 2000 | Edition: Bk&CD-Rom

This is a well-illustrated guide to spinal manipulation techniques in the context of osteopathic medicine. It describes the principles and theory of spinal manipulation, its use in clinical practice, and the techniques used in working with all levels of the spine, thorax, and pelvis. Detailed instructions guide the reader through 35 different manipulation techniques. A troubleshooting guide helps readers understand problems they might encounter. In addition, a free CD-ROM is included with the book. It features video clips of the techniques being performed.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The conservative management of spinal pain syndromes requires the development of many skills including the necessary psychomotor skills to perform joint manipulation. Skill acquisition is not automatic and requires progressive steps of motor learning and frequent refreshment of learning. This novel text and accompanying CD-ROM aims to support practitioners' learning and acquisition of manual skill to perform high velocity, low amplitude spinal manipulations and is likely to provide a valuable resource for both teachers and students of manipulative therapy.

Gwendolen Jull Mphy GradDipManipTher FACP

Associate Professor and Head of Department of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland, Australia

Peter Gibbons and Philip Tehan have taken the extremely difficult subject of the actual skill teaching in HVLA technique and produced what should prove to be a real milestone. Having been teaching this subject since 1964, I fully understand the problems that they have faced, and their frustration in trying to help students climb the learning curve at a faster rate than is usually possible. The inclusion of a companion DVD with video is clearly the way forward and the no-nonsense approach to making this work available across boundaries of like-minded disciplines is to be applauded. I highly commend this work to all those working in the manipulative fields. I believe that it will help raise the standards of knowledge of manipulative practitioners world-wide as well as confirming the logical thinking and educational process of osteopathic practitioners.

Laurie S. Hartman DO MRO

Osteopath, teacher and author

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Professor Peter Gibbons Adjunct Associate Professor Department of Rehabilitation Sciences College of Allied Health Sciences Oklahoma University Health Science Center USA

Professor Philip Tehan Adjunct Associate Professor School of Biomedical and Health Sciences Victoria University Australia Adjunct Associate Professor Department of Rehabilitation Sciences College of Allied Health Sciences Oklahoma University Health Science Center USA

Product Details

• Paperback: 271 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; Bk&CD-Rom edition (November 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0443062625
• ISBN-13: 978-0443062629
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,520,774 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best on the market of its kind!, August 19, 2004

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David Evans (Birmingham, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Manipulation of the Spine, Thorax and Pelvis: An Osteopathic Perspective (Book with CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh) (Paperback)

This book is as good as the current scientific literature allows it to be, and is by far the best on the market of its kind at present!

What is most refreshing about this book is that the authors have not hidden away in the world of anecdote and hearsay, all to often seen in competing texts, and have embraced an approach informed by research evidence (where available) to the teaching of a subject that has been used for many years by a wide range of health professionals. Whilst the authors make it clear that they are osteopaths and their clinical background has informed their approach, their use of scientifically sound and generic terminology and concepts allows their work to be accessible and understood by readers from any discipline.

A masterstroke by the authors is their categorisation of manipulative techniques by the target joint in which synovial fluid cavitation is desired. Never mind the opinions of authors of less informed books about the relevance of joint cavitation. The scientific literature clearly shows that cavitation is what distinguishes high velocity-low amplitude thrust (HVLAT) manipulation from other interventions grouped under the generic 'spinal manipulative therapy' banner. These authors have taken a brave step in categorising techniques in this manner, adding clarity to a subject that is all too often obfuscated by wishy-washy opinion and an avoidance of robust empirical data.

By the same token, it is nice to see that the authors have emphasised the importance of spinal segmental kinematics in relation to the various phases of HVLAT manipulation. These important concepts are then used to aid explanation of each technique throughout the text in a consistent and logical manner.

The techniques included cover all regions of the spine, and represent an ample repertoire for any manipulative practitioner. The techniques are logically organised by anatomical region, are clearly illustrated, and a clear description of each phase of the technique is given in the text. The text is then complemented by videos of each technique on the accompanying CD-ROM, which is an extremely useful learning (and teaching) aid. It is worth bearing in mind that videos of manual therapy techniques have traditionally been very expensive, but this addition really makes this book good value when compared with the alternatives on the market.

What more can you ask for?

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding value!, November 22, 2009

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Philo (Frazee,MN USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Manipulation of the Spine, Thorax and Pelvis: An Osteopathic Perspective, 2e (Hardcover)

This text is truly one of the best deals around, with excellent video clips on the CD of the techniques that are explained in the text. Part A covers osteopathic philosophy, coupled motions, spinal locking, safety considerations, and the indications for high velocity low-amplitude techniques. However, Gibbons and Tehan transcend osteopathic tradition in citing research that contradicts positional diagnosis and coupled motions, and take a very up-to-date approach to pre-manipulative assessment and informed consent. Part B includes the manipulation techniques, including two for the OA and AA joints, midcervical manipulations in supine using various holds, as well as in sitting. Cervicothoracic techniques are shown in prone, sitting and sidelying. Thoracic and lumbar techniques are pretty standard fare. Part C covers the sacroiliac joint, but leaves the reader wishing it were longer. Again, traditional osteopathic terminology, such as sacral flexions and torsions, ilial inflares and upslips, are not even mentioned.

Considering the cost of continuing education (few of which cover more than a handful of HVLA techniques) or a residency, this book is a tremendous value, and a great addition to any manipulation practitioner's library. The technique explanations are in-depth, a nice change from many manipulation texts where the nuances of the setup are often spartan. The CD is a terrific addition, and I, for one, hope it sets a standard for manipulation texts in the future.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PT student, November 21, 2008

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This review is from: Manipulation of the Spine, Thorax and Pelvis: An Osteopathic Perspective, 2e (Hardcover)

I found this to be one of the best high-velocity textbooks. The CD and step by step directions make this a great deal!