Manipulative Therapy in Rehabilitation of the Locomotor System - Softcover

Lewit, Karel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750629649 ISBN 13: 9780750629645

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

When first published in 1985, this book was readily welcomed by both students and practitioners of physical medicine. It was the first full English-language introduction to the work of a world authority in the field; it remains unique, but its success has prompted some revision. Completely revised for the third edition, this book continues to offer a thought-provoking account of musculoskeletal disorders which will deepen the understanding of all therapists.

About this title

About the Author:

Professor Karel Lewit is a neurologist and specialist in manual medicine of international reputation, and one of the founding members of the Prague school. He is still working and teaching as a professor in Prague. He played a decisive role in promoting manual medicine in central Europe. Doctors and physiotherapists in Germany are to this day largely taught according to his principles. He worked together with Vladimir Janda and Philip Greenman, and his postisometric relaxation (PIR) and reciprocal inhibition (RI) were developed from Mitchel's muscle energy technique.

Synopsis:

Additional features for the third edition: * reviews the current literature * new material on soft tissue techniques, mobilization, relaxation * new clinical data covering pelvic injuries and whiplash injury to the neck * new functional approach * it will retain the useful section on self-mobilization techniques * the use of many radiographs and line illustrations gives the text greater clarity The text continues to be an essential purchase for physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, orthopaedic physicians and all those interested in musculoskeletal medicine.

About this edition

• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0750629649
• ISBN 13: 9780750629645
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 360