Anatomy Trains: Myofascial Meridians for Manual Therapists and Movement Professionals

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Get a multi-dimensional understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy withAnatomy
Trains: Myofascial Meridians for Manual Therapists & Movement Professionals,
4th Edition. This hugely successful, one-of-a-kind title continues to center
on the application of anatomy trains across a variety of clinical assessment
and treatment approaches ― demonstrating how painful problems in one area of
the body can be linked to a “silent area” away from the problem, and
ultimately giving rise to new treatment strategies. This edition has been
fully updated with the latest evidence-based research and includes new
coverage of anatomy trains in motion using Pilates-evolved movement, anatomy
trains in horses and dogs, and the updated fascial compendium on elements,
properties, neurology, and origins of the fascial system. It also offers a
new, larger library of videos, including animations and webinars with the
author. In all, this unique exploration of the role of fascial in healthy
movement and postural distortion is an essential read for physical therapists,
massage therapists, craniosacral therapists, yoga instructors,
osteopathologists, manual therapists, athletic and personal trainers, dance
instructors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and any professional working in
the field of movement.Revolutionary approach to the study of human anatomy
provides a holistic map of myoanatomy to help improve the outcomes of physical
therapies that are traditionally used to manage pain and other musculoskeletal
disorders.Relevant theory descriptions are applied to all common types of
movement, posture analysis, and physical treatment modalities.Intuitive
content organization allows students to reference the concept quickly or gain
a more detailed understanding of any given area according to need.Section on
myofascial force transmission in gait dynamics is written by guest author
James Earls.Robust appendices discuss the relevance of the Anatomy Trains
concept to the work of Dr Louis Schultz (Meridians of Latitude), Ida Rolf
(Structural Integration), and correspondences with acupuncture meridians.New
photos and images of fascial tissues, adhesions, and layers provide a better
understanding of text content.Revised and expanded content reflects the most
up-to-date research and latest evidence for the scientific basis of common
clinical findings.New, larger library of videos includes animations and
webinars with the author.New Anatomy Trains in Motion section by guest author
Karin Gurtner uses Pilates-evolved movement to explore strength and plasticity
along myofascial meridians.New addition: Anatomy Trains in Quadrupeds (horses
and dogs) is mapped for equine and pet therapies by Rikke Schultz, DVM, Tove
Due, DVM, and Vibeke Elbrønd, DVM, PhD.New appendix: Updated fascial
compendium on elements, properties, neurology, and origins of the fascial
system.NEW! enhanced eBook version isincluded with print purchase, which
allows students to access all of the text, figures, and references from the
book on a variety of devices. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 4th edition (June 3, 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 378 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0702078131
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 32
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.75 x 10.75 inches
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