Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique, 2e [Paperback]

Whitney W. Lowe LMT (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0443068127 | ISBN-13: 978-0443068126 | Publication Date: April 6, 2009 | Edition: 2

Fully updated and revised Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders. Recent research into the physiological effects of massage has strengthened the justification for its use in the treatment of soft-tissue pain and injury conditions. Orthopedic soft-tissue problems are common among the general population, whether from sports, occupational activities, or chronic pain. This text presents a comprehensive and in-depth look at the physiological nature of these conditions and the massage treatments most effective for their relief. A particular contribution this text makes is its validation for the role of massage in treating orthopedic conditions. In addition, it aims to help the clinician understand the relationship between the soft tissues to which they apply their techniques and the overall orthopedic disorder affecting their clients. Although written chiefly for massage practitioners, the lessons it teaches are relevant to any practitioner who is concerned with the treatment of soft-tissue injuries.

• Includes detailed technical information, extensive illustrations, and reliable reference material essential to everyday practice.
• Provides a comprehensive approach to treatment of common soft tissue pain and injury.
• Explains common orthopedic problems in detail, addressing biomechanics, kinesiology, and anatomy.
• Provides an in-depth discussion of the physiologic rationale for soft tissue treatments and explains those most effective for each condition.
• Integrates treatment approaches from across the field and gives detailed, easy-to-follow steps for their application.
• Compares traditional treatments with soft tissue manipulation for each problem discussed.
• Clearly links anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics with clinical practice.
• Designed for quick and easy reference with more than 200 high-quality full colour illustrations and numerous photos of treatment techniques.
• New clinical case studies and tips illustrate the techniques discussed.

• Now presented in full colour.
• New step-by-step photographs depict the techniques described in full detail.
• Increased artwork and photographs make learning more visual.
• Case studies demonstrate techniques and managment in clinical practice
  Clincal hints and tips throughout.
• Greater guidance in treatment strategies to include 'Treatment Approaches' and 'Rehabilitation Protocol Considerations'.

Editorial Reviews

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"Lowe is an excellent practitioner/writer with sound credentials. I can heartily recommend his approach to therapeutic massage which is scientific and orthopedically grounded."
- Leon Chaitow, osteopathic practitioner, author and teacher

"What makes Whitney's work stand out is his ability to communicate the complete picture. He emphasizes the effects of the treatment in order to understand why the therapist should use it appropriately. This style and purpose is unique. This book is an absolute must!!!"
- Nancy Dail, Director/Owner of Downeast School of Massage, author and teacher, Maine USA

"Mr. Lowe's unquestioned integrity and public profile will only add to the success of this project. The author is a recognized authority on orthopedic testing."
- Robert K. King, Head of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Chicago, USA --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Whitney Lowe has been a massage practitioner for over 15 years and is well known as one of the most dynamic educators in the massage therapy field. He isowner and director of the Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute, where he produces and designs training materials in orthopedic massage. Helectures and teaches seminar programs across the USA and internationally on orthopedic massage. He is the author of the book, Functional Assessment in Massage Therapy, a text of orthopedic assessment, and also publishes his own bi-monthly research newsletter, the Orthopedic and Sports Massage Reviews. Whitney Lowe is currently a member of the editorial advisory board of the Journalof Bodywork & Movement Therapies and writes a regular feature column on orthopedic assessment for the Journal of Soft Tissue Manipulation. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 2 edition (April 6, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0443068127
• ISBN-13: 978-0443068126
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #196,264 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Massage Reference for Injuries, May 10, 2005

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Alfred Hatermink "Alf" (Glendale, Arizona) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique (Paperback)

Whitney Lowe defined orthopedic massage as a broad spectrum of techniques and approaches to treat soft-tissue dysfunction. And this is the main objective of this book to present symptoms of soft-tissue dysfunction and injuries, the cause and the treatment. The massage techniques used is an integration of trigger point, myofascial, deep transverse friction, and muscle energy techniques. This book is divided into two sections: the general principles, and regional approach to pathology and treatment. The first part run through the general principles the soft tissue injuries, specific massage techniques and its physiological effects. The regional approach describes the pathology of injuries to specific parts of the body. Each type of injuries is systematically described under the following heading: description, treatment, and cautions and contraindications. This is not only a bible of injuries, but also contains useful soft tissue manipulation. Chapter 13 summarize injuries which are not specific to a part of the body but can be more 'general' such as muscle strains, ligament sprains, forward head posture etc. This is a very useful reference for massage therapist

23 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Overview of Orthopedic Massage Theory and Technique (required text for Lowe's innovative e-course training), March 24, 2007

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C. Ehringhaus "LMT, NCTMB" (Portland, Maine USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique (Paperback)

I am a licensed massage therapist with a fair amount of advanced training. Certain books, videos, and workshops--such as Art Riggs Deep Tissue Massage book and video series, James Waslaski's Orthopedic Massage workshop series, and the CORE Institute's Sports Massage and Myofascial Therapy workshops--have been instrumental in shaping my practice. I am now studying with Whitney Lowe. His books and recently launched continuing education e-course(s) are enabling me to deepen my understanding of orthopedic massage and to feel more confident in my ability to recognize and treat pathology (as well as to know when a referral is the most appropriate treatment). Lowe's books and training emphasize understanding kinesiology as applied to pain conditions, selecting massage techniques based upon physiological principles (the focus of this text), and using appropriate assessments related to specific pathologies (the focus of his new text, Orthopedic Assessment in Massage Therapy). Lowe is not only an accomplished therapist and author, he is also an incredible educator who makes himself accessible to students as their learning progresses. I am grateful for the opportunity to study with him, as I believe his work enables us to become better therapists, ultimately enhancing the reputation of therapeutic massage as a viable health care option.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Orthopedic Massage, November 24, 2009

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Patricia J West - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique, 2e (Paperback)

This book was a great resource for my class on orthopedic massage at Cortiva Institute. I like the way she divides the book into areas of the body. Muscles are reviewed, assessments explained, cautions pointed out and treatments suggested. Homework for clients is also suggested. I highly recommend this book for someone entering the field of massage therapy.