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Relaxation Techniques, 3rd Edition
The third edition of Relaxation Techniques provides the health care professional with a practical introduction to a variety of approaches to relaxation, both somatic and cognitive, that may usefully contribute to patient care. Each technique is easy to teach and use, and has been demonstrated to be effective in the clinical situation. The background theory to each method is also described and its rationale spelled out, thus helping the clinician to select the appropriate technique. All the methods included are suitable for use with both small groups and individuals. Rosemary Payne is an experienced clinical therapist with a deep understanding of the problems facing the busy practitioner. Her book aims to provide a quick and informative guide to selecting the most appropriate relaxation technique for each client. Relaxation Techniques has already established itself as an invaluable source book for all those health professionals involved in teaching relaxation.
Publication date: December 2004
Paperback
Pages: 300 - Illustrations: 85
ISBN: 044307447x
Price: £37.99
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Orthopedic Massage
Theory and Technique .
Whitney W Lowe LMT, Director, Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute, Bend, Oregon, USA.
A definitive and accessible resource for all those wanting to use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions, Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders.
Publication date: January 2003
Paperback
Pages: 260 - Illustrations: 125
ISBN: 0723432260
Price: £27.99
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Acupuncture in Physiotherapy
Key Concepts and Evidence-Based Practice.
Val Hopwood PhD FCSP MSc Dip Ac Nanjing (China), Political Liaison Officer AACP, Member Education Committee AACP, Chair AACP 1997-2003, Course Leader MSc Acupunture at Coventry University, Member DoH Acupuncture Regulation Working Group.
Acupuncture has long been recognised as complementing the practice of physiotherapy. Acupuncture in Physiotherapy is written for physiotherapists who have already received a basic training in acupuncture and who wish to extend their practice and achieve an intermediate standard of knowledge. It links the philosophies of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the theory and practice of Western science in a single, clearly written and highly readable text. Acupuncture in Physiotherapy addresses the important issues on appropriate acupuncture research methodologies, particularly that of placebo control, and enables the reader to judge the quality of RCT evidence. It also examines more recent research into the mechanisms of acupuncture. Treatment vignettes are included throughout the text to demonstrate the immediate relevance of the sophisticated and subtle TCM thinking to modern physiotherapy practice. Research papers and texts are cited where they support TCM theory. Val Hopwood is an experienced practitioner and is well known for her acupuncture courses. Her ecumenical approach to the subject avoids an abstract separation of the two strands of acupuncture and in its juxtaposition of science and mythology provides a stimulating and original survey. Full of insights, this book will be required reading not only for physiotherapists but any health professional who uses acupuncture in their practice.
Publication date: June 2004
Paperback
Pages: 140
ISBN: 0750653280
Price: £21.99
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Evidence Based Therapeutic Massage, 2nd Edition
A practical guide for therapists.
Elizabeth A Holey , Senior Physiotherapist, Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK.
Eileen M Cook , Private Practitioner in Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy, Norfolk, UK.
Evidence-based Therapeutic Massage has been written to provide therapists with a practical, clinically-based introduction to those massage techniques which may be selected for use as part of a therapeutic programme for the rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries. Originally published by Saunders under the title of Therapeutic Massage this new edition has been radically revised, restructured and redesigned. As the new title suggests the book is thoroughly referenced and aims to provide the reader with the evidence to support the use of massage for particular injuries and conditions. The chapters on the application of massage are not prescriptive but give the information necessary to allow the clinician to make informed choices of treatment for each client. Evidence-based Therapeutic Massage presents a unique blend of the scientific basis of both orthodox and healing energy theories and their implications for clinical practice. It will provide a practical and relevant clinical companion for all students and practitioners concerned with the prevention and management of soft tissue injuries.
Publication date: June 2003
Paperback
Pages: 304 - Illustrations: 220
ISBN: 0443072302
Price: £33.99
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Acupressure
Clinical Applications in Musculoskeletal Conditions.
Dr. John R Cross DrAc MCSP SRP MBAcC MRSH, Private Practitioner, Lecturer.
Acupressure has been used in healing for over 5000 years and has many guises, methods and theories. It is therefore important that the therapist can understand and assimilate the various theories to arrive at the most appropriate treatment options according to the needs of the patient. A brief outline of the major schools of thought is thus provided in the first chapter. The main coverage of the book, however, focuses on what acupressure can contribute as an adjunct to other therapies and deals with this in a very comprehensive yet practical way.
Publication date: February 2000
Paperback
Pages: 192 - Illustrations: 103
ISBN: 0750640545
Price: £31.99
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Handbook of Clinical Massage, 2nd Edition
A Complete Guide for the Student and Professional Massage Therapist.
Mario-Paul Cassar DO ND, Senior Lecturer and Faculty Member, College of Osteopaths, London. Principal, Massage and Bodywork Institute; Private Practitioner in Massage and Osteopathy, UK.
This book gives a comprehensive introduction to massage techniques and offers guidelines on the assessment of each body region prior to massage (including the symptoms and signs relating to pathology). Well researched and evidence-based, the book takes a unique medical approach describing applied massage techniques for common conditions and their utilization as an adjunct to both conventional and complementary treatments. Generously illustrated with black and white photographs to show how to do the techniques. Additional line drawings illustrate correct postural techniques for the practitioner. Instruction is also given on supplementary techniques for the physically impaired patient. Handbook of Massage Therapy 2nd edition is aimed at all practitioners and students who practice the various disciplines of physical therapy. It provides the student with a comprehensive introduction to massage therapy whilst being of equal value to the practitioner, presenting theoretical information based on clinical experience and research material.
Publication date: December 2003
Paperback
Pages: 352 - Illustrations: 40
ISBN: 044307349X
Price: £37.99
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Acupuncture in Practice
Beyond Points and Meridians.
Anthony Campbell MRCP(UK) FF.Hom, Emeritus Consultant Physician, Royal London Homeopathic Hospital, London, UK.
A practical manual describing the principles and practice of modern medical acupuncture. This book frees the practitioner from dependence on rule of thumb and builds on existing clinical knowledge. Demystifying the needling process, this book demonstrates quick but effective treatment of those disorders for which acupuncture is suitable.
Publication date: October 2001
Paperback
Pages: 160 - Illustrations: 23
ISBN: 075065242X
Price: £19.99
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