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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

        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.

      • 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.

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