Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques
by Nicholas, Alexander S.; Nicholas, Evan A.Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2008-11-23
Publisher(s): LWW
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Summary
Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques is the only comprehensive full-color atlas of osteopathic manipulative techniques currently available. This essential, practical reference provides step-by-step instructions for approximately 350 osteopathic manipulative techniques. Richly illustrated with over 1,250 full-color photographs and illustrations, this atlas provides a consistent and easy-to-follow visual presentation. A version of this atlas has been in use with students at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for over 30 years. This ongoing road testing has allowed the authors to make continual improvements in response to student feedback.
Table of Contents
| Dedication | p. v |
| Preface | p. vii |
| Acknowledgments | p. ix |
| Osteopathic Principles in Diagnosis | p. 1 |
| Principles of the Osteopathic Examination | p. 5 |
| Osteopathic Static Musculoskeletal Examination | p. 9 |
| Spinal Regional Range of Motion | p. 17 |
| Osteopathic Layer-by-Layer Palpation | p. 31 |
| Intersegmental Motion Testing | p. 35 |
| Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques | p. 73 |
| Principles of Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques | p. 75 |
| Soft Tissue Techniques | p. 79 |
| Myofascial Release Techniques | p. 115 |
| Counterstrain Techniques | p. 129 |
| Muscle Energy Techniques | p. 181 |
| High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude Techniques | p. 275 |
| Facilitated Positional Release Techniques | p. 331 |
| Techniques of Still | p. 347 |
| Balanced Ligamentous Tension and Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques | p. 367 |
| Visceral Techniques | p. 395 |
| Lymphatic Techniques | p. 413 |
| Articulatory and Combined Techniques | p. 453 |
| Osteopathy in the Cranial Field | p. 475 |
| Index | p. 497 |
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