The Manual of Trigger Point and Myofascial Therapy
Autor Dimitrios Kostopoulos, Konstantine Rizopoulosen Limba Engleză Paperback – 2 aug 2001
The first section of the book covers the theory and current research regarding the Myofascial Trigger Point Syndrome. The research is the most current and up-to-date available on the pathogenesis of Myofascial dysfunction, clinical symptoms, physical findings as well as diagnostic criteria. Treatment methods and techniques are also covered in a comprehensive and step-by-step format.
The second section includes the most important muscles that tend to have a higher incidence of the Myofascial involvement. Each muscle is supplemented by two pages of text and illustrations to better aid the student or clinician in an institutional or practicing setting. The muscle page contains a plethora of information for the reader including muscle origin, insertion, location of trigger points, referenced pain patterns, myofascial stretching exercises, positive stretch signs, and biomechanics of injury. Extensive full-color illustrations and pictures include treatment techniques, therapeutic interventions and patient home exercise programs.
This innovative and concise new clinical reference guide is perfect for the student learning about the diagnosis and treatment of the Myofascial Trigger Point Syndrome or therapist interested learning or applying this successful and effective method of treatment.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781556425424
ISBN-10: 1556425422
Pagini: 262
Ilustrații: colour illustrations
Dimensiuni: 210 x 280 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.86 kg
Ediția:First.
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția Routledge
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN-10: 1556425422
Pagini: 262
Ilustrații: colour illustrations
Dimensiuni: 210 x 280 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.86 kg
Ediția:First.
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția Routledge
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
Public țintă
Professional Practice & Development, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate CoreRecenzii
“Clinicians and students can easily use this book to enhance their understanding of trigger point therapy theory and technique. I highly recommend this book.”
— Mary Delaney, PT, Journal of the Section on Women’s Health
“The manual would be useful for any practicing physical therapy clinician or student who has an interest in evaluating and treating myofascial trigger points.”
— Mary Delaney, PT, Journal of the Section on Women’s Health
“The manual would be useful for any practicing physical therapy clinician or student who has an interest in evaluating and treating myofascial trigger points.”
Cuprins
Part A. Theory Chapter 1. Myofascial Trigger Points: A Historical Perspective Chapter 2. Acupuncture versus Trigger Point Therapy Chapter 3. Muscle-Nerve Physiology and Contraction Chapter 4. Pathogenesis of Myofascial Trigger Points Chapter 5. Clinical Symptoms and Physical Findings Chapter 6. Referred Pain Pattern Mechanisms Chapter 7. Classification of Myofascial Trigger Points Chapter 8. Biomechanics of Injury Chapter 9. Myofascial Diagnosis Chapter 10. Myofascial Treatment Chapter 11. Perpetuating Factors in Myofascial Trigger Points Chapter 12. Trigger Point Dry Needling Chapter 13. Trigger Point and Myofascial Therapy Contraindications Chapter 14. Part A Review Questions Answer Key Part B. Muscle Regions Cervical Spine Region Temporomandibular Joint Region Upper Extremity Region Abdominal Region Thoracolumbar Spine Region Lumbar Spine Region Lower Extremity Region Index
Notă biografică
Dimitrios Kostopoulos, PT, PhD is the cofounder of Hands-On Physical Therapy. He earned his doc-torate and master's degrees at New York University and is actively pursuing his second doctorate of sci-ence degree in clinical electrophysiology at Rocky Mountain University, Provo, Utah. Dr. Kostopouloshas extensive training and teaching experience in different areas of manual therapy with emphasis intrigger point, myofascial, and neurofascial therapy, as well as manipulation. He is a past faculty mem-ber at Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY, a diplomate of the American Academy of Pain Management, and an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
Konstantine Rizopoulos, PT, FABS is the cofounder of Hands-On Physical Therapy. He earned hisundergraduate degree from the University of Athens, Greece and has completed extensive postgraduate studies in manual therapy. Mr. Rizopoulos has extensive experience in the area of manual therapy, particularly in myofascial and trigger point therapies and their application to neurologic and pediatricpopulations. He is an active member of the APTA, a fellow member of the American Back Society, and a member of the Hellenic Medical Society.
Dimitrios Kostopoulos and Konstantine Rizopoulos are the developers of a comprehensive therapeutic approach thatintegrates trigger point, myofascial, neurofascial, and proprioceptive therapy techniques, and they teach continuingeducation courses in the United States and Europe. For more information on the authors’ continuing education.
Konstantine Rizopoulos, PT, FABS is the cofounder of Hands-On Physical Therapy. He earned hisundergraduate degree from the University of Athens, Greece and has completed extensive postgraduate studies in manual therapy. Mr. Rizopoulos has extensive experience in the area of manual therapy, particularly in myofascial and trigger point therapies and their application to neurologic and pediatricpopulations. He is an active member of the APTA, a fellow member of the American Back Society, and a member of the Hellenic Medical Society.
Dimitrios Kostopoulos and Konstantine Rizopoulos are the developers of a comprehensive therapeutic approach thatintegrates trigger point, myofascial, neurofascial, and proprioceptive therapy techniques, and they teach continuingeducation courses in the United States and Europe. For more information on the authors’ continuing education.
Descriere
The Manual of Trigger Point and Myofascial Therapy offers the reader a comprehensive therapeutic approach for the evaluation and treatment of Myofascial pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction.