"Bodymaster" John Gibbons is a world-renowned osteopath, author, and lecturer for the Bodymaster Method (R). He specializes in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sport injuries and has worked with top-flight athletes, including Premiership footballers and rugby players, the Oxford University boat crew, and Olympians. He delivers sold-out courses throughout the United Kingdom and internationally to physical therapists wishing to study his acclaimed Bodymaster Method (R). To date, he has written eight books, all of which regularly feature on Amazon's bestseller lists: two editions of A Practical Guide to Kinesiology Taping for Injury Prevention and Common Medical Conditions; two editions of Muscle Energy Techniques; The Vital Glutes: Connecting the Gait Cycle to Pain and Dysfunction; Functional Anatomy of the Pelvis and the Sacroiliac Joint; The Vital Shoulder Complex: An Illustrated Guide to Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation; and The Vital Nerves: A Practical Guide for Physical Therapists. He has captivated more than 470,000 YouTube subscribers with his educational manual therapy videos.
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An essential reference for both learning and refining manual therapy techniques for the spine. A must-have guide for manual therapists, Spinal Manipulations and Mobilization Techniques is a comprehensive resource packed with step-by-step instructions, expert insights, and access to more than 55 video demonstrations to ensure precision and confidence in execution. Learn to safely apply grade 1 to 4 mobilizations and select grade 5 manipulations with the help of experienced osteopath John Gibbons. These techniques can be used by a variety of practitioners, including osteopaths, chiropractors, and physical therapists. In part I you will learn the anatomy, biomechanics, and related pathologies of the vertebral column; the differences between spinal mobilization and manipulation; and the gait cycle and its relationship to the vertebral column. In part II you will learn techniques for the cervical spine, atlanto-occipital joint, cervicothoracic junction, thoracic spine, ribcage, lumbar spine, and pelvic girdle. Manual therapy techniques for the spine, thorax, and pelvis are commonly performed for the treatment of pain and dysfunctional movement patterns. Using this book's detailed illustrations and photographs, along with online video demonstrations, you can confidently study and safely implement these techniques with your patients. Spinal Manipulations and Mobilization Techniques is the resource you need to learn manual therapy techniques.
Part I. Theory Chapter 1. Anatomy of the Vertebral Column Functions of the Vertebral Column Spinal Curvatures The Facet Joints Ligaments of the Vertebral Column Chapter 2. Anatomy of the Pelvic Girdle and Sacroiliac Joint The Innominate Bones Symphysis Pubis Joint Sacroiliac Joint Chapter 3. Intervertebral Disc Anatomy and Spinal Pathologies Intervertebral Disc Anatomy Disc Herniation or Prolapse Degenerative Disc Disease Types of Pain My Own Case Study-Lumbar Spine My Own Case Study-Cervical Spine Chapter 4. Spinal Mobilization versus Manipulation and Contraindications Mobilization and Manipulation What Are the Benefits of Spinal Treatments? Grading Scale of Mobilizations Contraindications and Precautions Chapter 5. Gait Cycle and the Relationship to the Vertebral Column Gait Cycle Heel-Strike A Myofascial Link Pelvis, SIJ, and Lumbar Spine Motion Summary of the Sacrum and the Gait Cycle Chapter 6. Biomechanics of the Vertebral Column Spinal Mechanics: Fact or Fiction? How All This Came About Gracovetsky's "Spinal Engine Theory" Spinal Mechanics Explained Viewing Perspective Spinal Mechanics: Definitions Part II. Practice Chapter 7. Techniques for the Cervical Spine Case Study Functional Anatomy of the Cervical Spine Neurological Anatomy of the Cervical Spine Cervical Intervertebral Discs Cervical Spine Facet Joints Motion of the Cervical Spine Assessment of the Cervical Spine Treatment of the Cervical Spine Chapter 8. Techniques for the Atlanto-Occipital Joint Assessment of the Atlanto-Occipital Joint Treatment of the Atlanto-Occipital Joint Chapter 9. Techniques for the Cervicothoracic Junction Assessment of the Cervicothoracic Junction Treatment of the Cervicothoracic Junction Chapter 10. Techniques for the Thoracic Spine Anatomy of the Thoracic Spine Assessment and Treatment Protocols Chapter 11. Techniques for the Ribcage Anatomy of the Ribcage Ribs and the Spine Muscles for Breathing Assessment and Treatment Chapter 12. Techniques for the Lumbar Spine Anatomy of the Lumbar Spine Pathology of the Lumbar Spine Assessment and Treatment of the Lumbar Spine Chapter 13. Techniques for the Pelvic Girdle Treatment Strategy for the Pelvic Girdle Complex Treatment Protocol for Symphysis Pubis Dysfunctions Treatment Protocol for Iliosacral Dysfunctions Treatment Protocol for Sacroiliac Dysfunctions