Manipulation of the Spine, Thorax and Pelvis: An Osteopathic Perspective (2nd Edition)

This highly illustrated, step-by-step guide gives detailed instructions for dozens of different manipulation techniques, covering all levels of the spine, thorax, and pelvis. It also includes a helpful overview of the principles and theory of spinal manipulation and its use in clinical practice. The accompanying CD-ROM contains video clips demonstrating the techniques described in the book. Offers a highly illustrated, step-by-step approach to 41 HVLA techniques, in addition to the related theory essential for safe implementation of the techniques. Provides a comprehensive review of spinal kinematics and spinal positioning and locking. Contains current information relating to safe practice of HVLA techniques. Includes a troubleshooting section on how to deal with difficulties in the application of HVLA techniques. Contains new information on the role of evidence-based medicine in manipulative therapy. Features new photographs, techniques, and references throughout. Includes new video clips on the accompanying CD-ROM, including three new biomechanics clips.