Clinical Neurodynamics A New System of Neuromusculoskeletal Treatment #16648
By Michael Shacklock, MappSc(Phty), DipPhysio
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-5456-2
ISBN-10: 0-7506-5456-2
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
Description
This book's unique approach applies and modifies Maitland techniques to neural mobilization, refining and improving practical skills for clinical physiotherapists and physically-based occupational therapists.
The text outlines the concept of neurodynamics and the basic mechanisms in movement of the nervous system and describes what can go wrong. Causal mechanisms are linked to diagnosis and treatment of pain and musculoskeletal problems in a systematic way. Various treatment techniques for each diagnostic category are presented and applied to specific clinical problems such as neck pain, headache, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain to name a few. These are common problems in which therapists often miss a neural component.
Key Features
* Unique approach applies and modifies Maitland techniques to neural mobilization, refining and improving practical skills for clinical physical therapists.
* A new movement diagram applies Maitland's established movement diagram to the nervous system and enables professionals to integrate musculoskeletal and neural mechanisms.
* New diagnostic categories of specific dysfunctions, focused on evidence-based research, are presented.
* Various treatment techniques for each diagnostic category are discussed. and applied to specific clinical problems such as neck pain, headache, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, and low back pain.
* Summary and key points are indicated with symbols throughout the book.
* An accompanying CD-ROM provides real-time images of nerves moving and shows dynamic abnormalities of nerves.
* Illustrations show how neuromusculoskeletal problems develop in a way that uniquely links musculoskeletal and neural functions.
* Clinical case histories illustrate the key points related to scientific and clinical applications.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction 2. The Concept of Neurodynamics 3. Neuropathodynamics 4. Diagnosis 5. Diagnosis with Neurodynamic Tests 6. Treatment Techniques 7. Specific Syndromes 8. Neural Mobilisation and Evidence-Based Practice 9. Case Studies of Real Patients
252 pages 241 ills
Trim size 189 X 246 mm
Copyright 2005
Softcover, Reference
Author Information
By Michael Shacklock, MappSc(Phty), DipPhysio, Director, City Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic, Adelaide, Australia
