Positional Release Technique [Paperback]

Denise Deig MS PT (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0750672250 | ISBN-13: 978-0750672252 | Publication Date: September 21, 2000 | Edition: 2nd

This practical, hands-on guide provides you with the tools you need to perform and incorporate Positional Release technique into your practice. A nonforceful form of manual therapy, Positional Release can be used to treat a wide variety of dysfunctions, such as scoliosis, myofacial pain syndrome, low back pain, and neck pain. By focusing on the underlying physiology and the reason for application of the treatment techniques described, as well as development of observation, palpation, and patient handling skills by the therapist, the author creates a bridge for traditionally trained therapists to make the transition into a more holistic systems approach to evaluation, treatment, and patient-therapist relationships.

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From the Publisher

This practical hands-on guide provides you with the tools you need to perform positional release techniques, a non-forceful form of manual therapy. Positional release describes a number of treatment methods that focus on placing patients in positions of comfort. Once the patient is in the proper position the affected tissues are then moved away from the restrictive barrier into ease. The goal with all of these techniques is to trigger a physiological response to relieve neuromuscular pain. Positional release can be used to treat a wide variety of dysfunctions, including fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, and neck pain. The chapters in the book cover muscular, joint, and isometric applications. Theoretical foundations, evaluation, and treatment considerations are all discussed. Practical step-by-step instructions are provided throughout. Illustrations of each muscle and photographs of practitioners demonstrating the technique further enhance the explanation for each release. The final chapters are extremely relevant case studies that allow you to see how the techniques can be applied in practice. This is the ideal guide for all physical therapists who wish to integrate positional release techniques into their clinical practice in order to provide a successful new holistic treatment option for their clients.

About the Author

MS, PT, Broad Ripple Physical Therapy, Indianapolis

Product Details

• Paperback: 248 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2nd edition (September 21, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750672250
• ISBN-13: 978-0750672252
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,222,576 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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