Modern Neuromuscular Techniques with DVD, 3rd Edition 2011

描述

Modern Neuromuscular Techniques with DVD, 3rd Edition
By Leon Chaitow, ND, DO
Paperback Reference
340 Pages
Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
ISBN: 978-0-443-06937-6
Copyright: 2011

Fully updated throughout, this popular book explains the history, rationale, and detailed descriptions of the class of soft tissue manipulation methods known collectively as NMT techniques. Complete with DVD containing film sequences showing the author demonstrating the techniques, this book will be ideal for bodyworkers and acupuncturists in Europe, the USA and beyond.

.Key Features
Facilitates the rapid and accurate identification of local soft-tissue dysfunction

Explains the origin of soft tissue distress

Provides diverse maps and explanations for the patterns of tender and trigger points seen daily in clinical practice

Includes guidance on the use of NMT for the treatment of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and abdominal dysfunction

Gives important guidance on the treatment of trigger points in treating lymphatic dysfunction

Discusses the use of NMT in the management of pain and hyperventilation

Explains the diagnostic and therapeutic value of tender reflex points related to viscero-somatic and somatic-visceral reflexes

Describes both European and North American versions of NMT

Provides a clear set of treatment options for all bodywork therapists and acupuncture practitioners

Authored by a highly respected, internationally known teacher, practitioner and author, with contributions from three leading practitioners from the U.S. and Europe

New to This Edition
Contains a new chapter on the value of Thai Yoga massage, associated with NMT methodology

Contains source material and commentary on the contribution of Raymond Nimmo DC in the evolution of NMT

Contains updated DVD with video clips demonstrating the application of NMT