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    • Medicine
      September 2020

      Anatomy & Physiology

      An introduction for nursing and healthcare

      by Pamela Minett, Laura Ginesi

      An accessible text which covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by a range of health professions.Anatomy & Physiology is the ideal introduction to the subject for student nurses, midwives, operating department practitioners, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, trainee nursing associates, and other allied health professionals.Written in an engaging and accessible style, the book helps readers to: learn the language of anatomy and physiology by explaining new terms clearly in the text and in a comprehensive glossary understand the key anatomical structures and physiological functions appreciate what happens during disease, with boxes throughout to highlight the clinical relevance, and more detailed explanations of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cancer apply this knowledge in healthcare contexts Bonus online materialThe following material to accompany the book is provided free of charge online: four additional chapters to help readers extend their knowledge a variety of self-assessment questions for every chapter

    • Physiotherapy
      August 2014

      The Concise Book of Trigger Points, 3e

      by Simeon Niel-Asher

      Provides a sound background to the physiology of trigger points and methods of treatment. Includes a self-help section and up-to-date research on trigger points. Each major skeletal muscle is identified and the physiological implications of the trigger points and techniques for treatment are discussed.

    • Physiotherapy
      September 2016

      Born To Walk

      Myofascial Efficiency and the Body in Movement

      by James Earles

      Born to Walk breaks down walking into the ‘essential events’ that are required at each joint, then analyses how this series of events is integrated through the transfer of force along the Anatomy Train lines to create efficient human locomotion.

    • Physiotherapy
      June 2012

      The Massage Therapist's Pocketbook of Pathology

      by Su Fox

      Pathology is an area of medical science that the therapist needs to be familiar with. This pocketbook is a simple and accessible guide to pathology for both the student and professional body worker, and explains how to apply that knowledge in practice.

    • Physiotherapy
      June 2012

      Corrective Exercise Solutions to Common Hip and Shoulder Dysfunction

      by Evan Osar

      Designed in three parts: an introduction to movement and the components of the movement paradigm including muscles, joints, proprioceptors, and fundamental movement patterns; functional anatomy and kinesiology of the shoulder and hip complexes; corrective exercise and movement progression based on the principles established in the first two sections.

    • Physiotherapy
      June 2016

      Functional Anatomy of the Pelvis and the Sacroiliac Joint

      A Practical Guide

      by John Gibbons

      This book shows you how to recognize pain and dysfunctional patterns that arise from the pelvic girdle, providing step-by-step techniques to identify and correct a number of impaired patterns as well as functional exercises for the pelvis that promote recovery.

    • Physiotherapy
      August 2013

      Stability, Sport and Performance Movement

      by Joanne Elphinston

      This book promotes the foundations for effective movement. Section 1 explores the relationship between movement and stability, introducing new concepts and examining existing models. Section 2 develops functional motor patterns by integrating stability concepts with posture, balance, mobility and neuromuscular control.

    • Physiotherapy
      May 2016

      Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Piriformis Syndrome

      A Practical Guide

      by Paula Clayton

      Applications for soft tissue therapy have increased significantly over the last decade. Perhaps the greatest area of growth has been around sports and caring for athletes. Multiple soft tissue, manipulative, and needling techniques have become mainstream tools in the therapist "tool box", whether aiding in athlete recovery, performace enhancement, or injury prevention.

    • Physiotherapy
      June 2016

      Healing Massage

      An A-Z Guide for More than Forty Medical Conditions for Professional and Home Use

      by Maureen Abson

      This practical, detailed, and accessible gude to using massage to treat a range of medical conditions will educate and empower both massage practitioners and non-professionals who want to safely and effectively make a difference in the well-being of a friend or family member.

    • Physiotherapy

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology for Massage

      A Handbook for the Student, Teacher and Practitioner, Third Edition

      by Darien Pritchard and Tim Bartlett

      This fully updated third edition provides a solid base for the student to learn the physical make-up of the body. The emphasis is on the body systems and aspects most relevant to massage.

    • Physiotherapy
      September 2016

      The Anatomy of Sports Injuries

      by Brad Walker

      300 full-colour anatomical illustrations show over 120 sports injuries in detail, along with drawings of simple stretching, strengthening, and rehabilitation exercises that you can use to speed up the recovery process.

    • Physiotherapy

      Soft Tissue Release

      A Practical Handbook for Physical Therapists

      by Mary Sanderson

      Soft tissue release is a dynamic and versatile technique, involving movement and the active co-operation of the client. This updated and revised edition includes new photography and drawings to illustrate the theory and techniques involved.

    • Physiotherapy

      The Core Workout

      by Joanne Elphinston

      Contains more than 85 drills with clear progressions, techniques to recruit your core muscles, common errors, partner and two ball drills, weight traning and stretching on your ball, and sample sport specific programmes.

    • Physiotherapy

      Anatomy in Black

      by Emily Evans

      A sophisticated coffee table book for anatomy lovers, this book comprehensively leads the reader through the human body, covering the same level of detail and content with each illustration as a standard academic anatomy book.

    • Physiotherapy

      Strength Training for Speed

      Scientific Principles and Practical Application

      by James Wild

      This is a one-stop resource for coaches and athletes looking to enhance sprinting speed through effective strength training methods. The latest scientific research is used to underpin training solutions outlined, which includes strength programmes.

    • Physiotherapy

      Complete Calisthenics

      The ultimate Guide to Bodyweight Exercises

      by Ashley Kalym

      Using solely your bodyweight for resistance and relying on minimal equipment, learn how to perform a range of exercises, such as push-ups, pull-ups, core exercises, and lower body exercises. Develop the strongest and most capable physique ever.

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