Spinal Manual Therapy: An Introduction to Soft Tissue Mobilization, Spinal Manipulation, Therapeutic and Home Exercises
Spinal Manual Therapy: An Introduction to Soft Tissue Mobilization, Spinal Manipulation, Therapeutic and Home Exercises, Second Edition is an easy-to-follow manual of clinical techniques for the spine, pelvis, and temporomandibular joint. The text provides “tools” rather than “recipes” and immerses the reader in the process of “thinking as a manual therapist,” rather than functioning as a technician. The clinical utility of this revised second edition combines the art and science of present...
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Spinal Manual Therapy: An Introduction to Soft Tissue Mobilization, Spinal Manipulation, Therapeutic and Home Exercises, Second Edition is an easy-to-follow manual of clinical techniques for the spine, pelvis, and temporomandibular joint. The text provides “tools” rather than “recipes” and immerses the reader in the process of “thinking as a manual therapist,” rather than functioning as a technician. The clinical utility of this revised second edition combines the art and science of present day spinal manual therapy.The focus of Spinal Manual Therapy, Second Edition is to provide clinically useful treatment techniques, while being mindful of the scientific literature related to the practice of spinal manual therapy. It is an ideal resource for all those interested in grasping the basics of spinal manual therapy and transferring that knowledge into practice within a clinical environment.The hands-on approach taken by Dr. Howard W. Makofsky makes this new edition the go-to textbook for spinal manual therapy.New to the Second Edition:• New pictures of examination and treatment techniques with captions • Additional case studies • New evidence supporting spinal manual therapy • Updated references throughout the textThis unique textbook has a plethora of clinical techniques, including the rationale for each of their use. With over 300 figures, illustrations, and photographs for each examination/treatment technique for various regions of the body, students and clinicians learning manual therapy will benefit greatly from Spinal Manual Therapy, Second Edition.Inside you’ll find:• Evaluation • Soft tissue techniques • Manipulative procedures • Specific exercises • Clinical problem solvingSpinal Manual Therapy, Second Edition mirrors a course on the introduction to spinal manual therapy and will be welcomed into physical therapy curriculums, as well as appreciated by clinicians when entering clinical practice. Doody Review Services Reviewer:Gordon Riddle, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS(North Hills Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy)Description:This is an update of an entry-level guide to a manual therapy approach to examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention for orthopedic spinal conditions.Purpose:As the physical therapy profession evolves and in light of the initiative for direct access, this book is helpful in presenting entry level, evidence-based approaches to spinal manual therapy. This update includes seven new studies and two new cases, as well as an entirely new chapter. The evidence to support spinal manual therapy covers the broad spectrum of manual techniques and associated classification systems.Audience:The intention is to provide a comprehensive manual for physical therapy students and physical therapists learning spinal manual therapy. Dr. Makofsky is a veteran clinician, professor, author, researcher, and contributor to the physical therapy profession for 30 years. He has trained under and studied the major contributors to the manual therapy literature.Features:A good review of biomechanics and bony spinal anatomy is provided. Examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention approaches to manual spinal therapeutic techniques, including MacKenzie, Greenman, Paris, Maitland, Cyriax, Kaltenborn, and others are covered. The book includes 14 case studies with questions and answers with rationale, 22 abstracts of recent and landmark studies supporting spinal manual therapy, and a multitude of figures, tables, decision-making algorithms, and appendixes to complement the text. The layout and descriptions of techniques and exercises could have been more reader friendly to promote clinical integration.Assessment:This edition is much improved over the original. It is well written and references current literature, providing a good foundation for physical therapy students, entry level physical therapists, or novice manual therapists. More advanced techniques and details of various manual therapy theories are not within the scope of this book.
ContentsDedication Acknowledgments About the Author Preface ForewordSection I: Essentials of Spinal Manual Therapy Chapter 1: Vertebral Motion Dynamics Chapter 2: McKenzie's Three Syndromes Chapter 3: Principles of Manual Examination, Diagnosis, and Intervention ReferenceSection II: Scapulothoracic Region Chapter 4: Examination and Evaluation of the Scapulothoracic Region Chapter 5: Connective Tissue Techniques for the Scapulothoracic Region (Myofascial Release, Direct Fascial Technique, and Friction) Chapter 6: Manipulation of the Thoracic Spine and Ribs Chapter 7: Therapeutic and Home Exercises for the Scapulothoracic Region References Section III: Cervical Spine Chapter 8: Examination and Evaluation of the Cervical Spine Chapter 9: Connective Tissue Techniques and Stretching Procedures for the Cervical Spine Chapter 10: Cervical Spine Manual Therapy Chapter 11: Therapeutic and Home Exercises for the Cervical Spine Chapter 12: The Role of the Cervical Spine in Headache and Dizziness References Section IV: Temporomandibular Joint Chapter 13: Examination and Evaluation of the Temporomandibular Joint Chapter 14: Connective Tissue Techniques for the Temporomandibular Joint/Facial Region Chapter 15: Intraoral Manipulation of the Temporomandibular Joint Chapter 16: Therapeutic and Home Exercises for the Temporomandibular Joint ReferencesSection V: Lumbar Spine Chapter 17: Examination and Evaluation of the Lumbar Spine Chapter 18: Connective Tissue Techniques and Stretching Procedures for the Lumbar Spine Chapter 19: Lumbar Spine Mobilization/Manipulation Chapter 20: Therapeutic and Home Exercises for the Lumbar Spine ReferencesSection VI: Pelvic Girdle Chapter 21: Examination and Evaluation of the Pelvic Girdle Chapter 22: Connective Tissue Techniques and Stretching Procedures for the Pelvic Girdle Chapter 23: Pelvic Girdle Manual Therapy Chapter 24: Therapeutic and Home Exercises for the Pelvic Girdle References Chapter 25: Posture, Stability, and the PostureJac ReferencesSection VII: From the Classroom to the Clinic Chapter 26: The Evidence for Spinal Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise References Chapter 27: Case Studies ReferencesAppendix A: Southside Institute for Physical Therapy-Physical Therapy Evaluation: Cervical/TMJ Form Appendix B: Southside Institute for Physical Therapy-Physical Therapy Evaluation: Spinal FormIndex
\ From The CriticsReviewer: Gordon Riddle, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS(North Hills Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy)\ Description: This is an update of an entry-level guide to a manual therapy approach to examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention for orthopedic spinal conditions.\ Purpose: As the physical therapy profession evolves and in light of the initiative for direct access, this book is helpful in presenting entry level, evidence-based approaches to spinal manual therapy. This update includes seven new studies and two new cases, as well as an entirely new chapter. The evidence to support spinal manual therapy covers the broad spectrum of manual techniques and associated classification systems.\ Audience: The intention is to provide a comprehensive manual for physical therapy students and physical therapists learning spinal manual therapy. Dr. Makofsky is a veteran clinician, professor, author, researcher, and contributor to the physical therapy profession for 30 years. He has trained under and studied the major contributors to the manual therapy literature.\ Features: A good review of biomechanics and bony spinal anatomy is provided. Examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention approaches to manual spinal therapeutic techniques, including MacKenzie, Greenman, Paris, Maitland, Cyriax, Kaltenborn, and others are covered. The book includes 14 case studies with questions and answers with rationale, 22 abstracts of recent and landmark studies supporting spinal manual therapy, and a multitude of figures, tables, decision-making algorithms, and appendixes to complement the text. The layout and descriptions of techniques and exercises could have been more reader friendly to promote clinical integration.\ Assessment: This edition is much improved over the original. It is well written and references current literature, providing a good foundation for physical therapy students, entry level physical therapists, or novice manual therapists. More advanced techniques and details of various manual therapy theories are not within the scope of this book.\ \ \ \ \ From The CriticsReviewer:Gordon Riddle, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS(North Hills Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy)\ Description:This is an update of an entry-level guide to a manual therapy approach to examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention for orthopedic spinal conditions.\ Purpose:As the physical therapy profession evolves and in light of the initiative for direct access, this book is helpful in presenting entry level, evidence-based approaches to spinal manual therapy. This update includes seven new studies and two new cases, as well as an entirely new chapter. The evidence to support spinal manual therapy covers the broad spectrum of manual techniques and associated classification systems.\ Audience:The intention is to provide a comprehensive manual for physical therapy students and physical therapists learning spinal manual therapy. Dr. Makofsky is a veteran clinician, professor, author, researcher, and contributor to the physical therapy profession for 30 years. He has trained under and studied the major contributors to the manual therapy literature.\ Features:A good review of biomechanics and bony spinal anatomy is provided. Examination, evaluation, assessment, and intervention approaches to manual spinal therapeutic techniques, including MacKenzie, Greenman, Paris, Maitland, Cyriax, Kaltenborn, and others are covered. The book includes 14 case studies with questions and answers with rationale, 22 abstracts of recent and landmark studies supporting spinal manual therapy, and a multitude of figures, tables, decision-making algorithms, and appendixes to complement the text. The layout and descriptions of techniques and exercises could have been more reader friendly to promote clinical integration.\ Assessment:This edition is much improved over the original. It is well written and references current literature, providing a good foundation for physical therapy students, entry level physical therapists, or novice manual therapists. More advanced techniques and details of various manual therapy theories are not within the scope of this book.\ \
