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Orthopedic Massage
Theory and Technique
Whitney W Lowe LMT, Director, Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute, Bend, Oregon, USA
ISBN 0723432260 · Paperback · 260 Pages · 125 Illustrations
Mosby · Published January 2003
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.
Reviews
Whitney Lowe is highly respected by his peers. Comments from reviewers include:
"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 emphasises 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 and Head of Downeast School of Massage, 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.
"The author is obviously gifted and inspired." Judith Delany. Massage therapy teacher, practitioner and author. Massage therapist of the year 1999. Director of the Center for Wellbeing, St Petersburg, Florida, USA.
Features
Provides a comprehensive approach to treatment of common soft-tissue pain and injury complaints.
Explains common orthopedic problems in detail, addressing biomechanics, kinesiology, and anatomy.
Provides an in-depth discussion of the physiological 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.
Writing style is easy to read and understand
Profusely illustrated with over 200 high quality illustrations, many in two colors
Numerous photos of treatment techniques
Designed for quick and easy reference.
Contents
Section 1: General principles. Orthopedic massage and musculoskeletal disorders. Understanding soft tissue injuries. Thermal modalities as treatment aids. Introduction to specific massage techniques. Physiological effects. Section 2: A regional approach to pathology and treatment. Foot, ankle and lower leg. Knee and thigh. Hip and pelvis. Lumbar and thoracic spine. Cervical spine. Shoulder. Elbow, forearm, wrist and hand. General conditions. Conclusion. Index.
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