Maitland's Peripheral Manipulation

Maitland's Peripheral Manipulation

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The thoroughly revised edition of this classic text describes the art of manipulative physiotherapy as delineated by G.D. Maitland - a unique approach based on procedures for thorough assessment and reassessment of patients. The 4th edition has been extensively revised by two respected authorities, presenting an integrated contemporary and evidence-based model of manipulative physiotherapy. Updated and expanded coverage throughout reflects advances in knowledge and the role of manipulative physiotherapy within contemporary clinical practice. New highlights include an improved layout, new photographs, and an accompanying CD-ROM that includes video clips of all relevant examination and treatment techniques.

1. The Maitland Concept - An Introduction
2. Mobilisation and Manipulation-Definitions, mechanisms of action and evidence-base
3. Communication and the Therapeutic Relationship
4. Contemporary Perspectives in Physiotherapy Practice
5. Principles of Assessment
6. Principles of Examination
7. Principles and Method of Mobilisation/Manipulation Techniques
8. Principles of Selection and Progression of Mobilisation /Manipulation techniques
9. Recording
10. Peripheral Neuromusculoskeletal Disorders
11. The Shoulder and Shoulder Girdle Complex
12. The Elbow Complex
13. The Wrist and Hand Complex
14. The Hip Region
15. The Knee Complex
16. The Ankle and Foot Complex
17. The Temperomandibular Joints,Larynx and Hyoid[The Craniomandibular Complex]

Appendix 1: Movement Diagram Theory and Compiling a Movement Diagram
Appendix 2: Self-management Strategies: Compliance and Behavioural Change

Maitland's Peripheral Manipulation

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