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312 pages, Hard Cover, 2008 Edition |
The Myofascial Release Manual, 4th Edition The Myofascial Release Manual is now available in a completely updated and comprehensive Fourth Edition. Continuing the tradition that started over 20 years ago and with a new focus on the current terminology regarding each technique. Carol J. Manheim has taken years of knowledge and expertise and incorporated them with the actual intent and result of the myofascial release treatment techniques to bring to the pages of this Fourth Edition essential information for the student and clinician in search of basic information or wanting to refine more experienced skills of these manual therapy techniques. This book has a user-friendly format that concentrates on the specific "how-to's" of the myofascial techniques, as well as offering an explanation of the theory and experience of the method of Myofascial Release. The book begins by presenting the basic learning steps of the techniques, then takes the reader into the advanced techniques and evaluations. Additional resources such as posture evaluation forms and references are included at the end of the book, to augment the value of this superior learning tool. The Myofascial Release Manual, is an essential manual that includes answers to commonly asked questions and does an excellent job of illustrating hand placement for many of the muscles in the body. Carol J. Manheim, MS, MEd, PT, LPC, renowned in the area of Myofascial Release, has developed this new edition to be modeled after her own extensive background, teaching experiences, and lectures.
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It is perfect for the experienced
clinician interested in expanding his/her knowledge of this powerful
soft tissue mobilization technique, or for the student who wants to
become familiar with this valuable skill for manual therapy. Sections include: * Introduction to Myofascial Release * Basic Myofascial Release Techniques * Advanced Myofascial Release Techniques * Evaluation * Additional Resources The description and photographs in The Myofascial Release Manual, Fourth Edition help the therapist experience the technique, making this the continued go-to reference for students and clinicians in physical therapy, manual therapy, and occupational therapy alike |
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Reviews/Endorsements:“…the manual style format allows users
to access various techniques efficiently, based upon anatomical
category.” Lynee Dewar, MCSP |
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About the Author: Carol J. Manheim is a physical therapist and psychotherapist in independent practice in Charleston, South Carolina. She received her MS degree from Case Western Reserve University and her M.Ed. degree in clinical counseling from The Citadel. Ms. Manheim is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the South Carolina Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, the International Society for Behavioral Science in Physical Therapy, and the Neurodevelopmental Treatment Association. She is also a member of The American Association for Counseling and Development, The American Mental Health Counselors Association, the International Society for the Study of Dissociative Disorders, and Chi Iota Sigma, a national counseling honorary society. Ms. Manheim has been honored for her literary contribution to the field of Physical Therapy. See her website http://www.myofascial-release.com/ |
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