Now in its fourth edition Manipulation of the Spine Thorax & Pelvis continues to support the practitioner in acquiring & refining their skills on safely using high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) thrust techniques This trusted & highly visual resource
- now with 275 images & access to a website with 56 'technique' videos
- advocates an approach that uses minimal leverage to achieve a cavitation in a safe comfortable & effective manner The new edition addresses the important issues surrounding patient consent & discusses safety issues in the broader context of relative risk New sections include appropriate use of manipulation when treating radiculopathy & musculoskeletal conditions in pregnant women & children It also further encourages the practitioner to reflect on how they are performing manipulative techniques & thus focus on improving their skills Step-by-step coverage of 41 commonly used manipulation (HVLA) thrust techniques supported by 275 photographsdrawings & 56 videos Concise technique summaries provide an innovative review process A troubleshooting section in which difficulties with technique application can be addressed Comprehensive review of spinal kinematics & spinal positioning for manipulation techniques Examines evidence relating to cavitation & the clinical effectiveness of spinal manipulation Access to companion website
- wwwspinethoraxpelviscom
- containing video bank of 56 videos (13 new) demonstrating HVLA thrust techniques from Part B of the bookimage bank of all 275 images from the book 2-colour throughout with over 30 new images Clinical history presentation & examination for patients presenting with cervical artery dissection Addresses the important issues surrounding patient consent Additional research & guidelines that support the use of HVLA thrust techniquesuse of spinal manipulation in the treatment of radiculopathy pregnant women & children