This is the first of two volumes which presents the theories, validation and techniques of manual treatment for both chronic and acute neuromuscular pain and somatic dysfunction. The theory and practice are described within the context of the normal anatomy and physiology of the related structures. The book takes a regional approach to treatment, giving a structural review of each area, including ligaments and functional anatomy. It then examines each muscle and joint in that region, giving step-by-step protocols for each muscle to be treated, using a variety of neuromuscular approaches. Particular reference is made to the treatment of trigger points. Each joint and muscle has the same sequence of headings making it easy for the reader to dip into what they need to review. Numerous two colour illustrations also appear throughout, making the anatomy and techniques described easier to follow.

Table of Contents

1. Connective tissue and the fascial system 2. Muscles 3. Reporting stations and the brain 4. Causes of musculoskeletal dysfunction 5. Patterns of dysfunction 6. Trigger points 7. Inflammation and pain 8. Assessment, treatment and rehabilitation 9. Modern neuromuscular techniques 10. Associated therapeutic modalities and techniques 11. The cervical region 12. Cranium 13. Shoulder, arm and hand 14. The thorax Index

About the Author

World reknowned guru in the field of manual therapy and bodywork. Author of numerous CL titles: Palpation Skills Modern Neuromuscular Technique Fybromyalgia Syndrome Positional Release Techniques Delany and Chaitow: Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Technique vols 1 and 2. Cranial Manipulation Theory and Practice New series in colaboration with Sandy Fritz: A massage therapist's guide to understanding, locating and treating myofascial trigger points A massage therapist's guide to lower back and pelvic pain Chaitow is also involved in several books commissioned from the USA. Editor of Journal of Bodywork and Movement therapies. Also published several books for the general public (published by Thorsons). Travels widely teaching and lecturing, particularly in the USA, Australia, UK and Europe.

Reviews

"Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques integrates scientific explanation with the artistry of practice into a comprehensive text, which serves as a valuable reference for bodywork practitioners...Chaitow and DeLany have achieved...a major contribution to the field of touch therapy...that will raise the standards of our profession..." "Cynthia Myers", Massage Therapy Journal, Fall 2001
you are looking for a book which clearly shows soft tissue techniques then I would recomend it. An ideal book to add to a departmental library" "KSJ Knapton", Physical Therapy in Soprt (2002)