Develop your knowledge of chiropractic and osteopathy with this comprehensive guide to advanced skills and peripheral manipulation techniques. This practical handbook takes into account the latest research, highlighting the neurophysiological effects of these techniques, and providing clear, step-by-step guidance from experienced manual therapists.

Covering key topics such as the effects of manipulation on organs, working in sports settings, and motion palpation misconceptions, the book demonstrates how to work with a range of joints with advice on diagnostics, contraindications and safety precautions. This is an expert collaboration between professions and can be used as the go-to clinical handbook for all manual therapists.

Clinical handbook of advanced skills and peripheral manipulation techniques from chiropractic and osteopathy

About the Author

Giles Gyer is a specialist musculoskeletal osteopath. He travels around the world teaching manual therapy techniques with his CPD company OMT Training. He is an internationally published scientific researcher in manual therapy and spinal manipulation with books in dry needling, medical acupuncture and in osteopathic articulation techniques. He lives in London, UK.

Jimmy Michael is a specialist musculoskeletal osteopath who holds degrees in Sports and Exercise Science and Osteopathy. As a senior lecturer with OMT training he has run courses for organisations such as the NHS, Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC He is an internationally published scientific researcher in manual therapy and spinal manipulation. He lives in London, UK.

Reviews
An excellent resource, for therapists of all backgrounds. This text provides a thorough review of current research which supports the clear explanation of the technical theory of manual therapy and the practical application of many useful manual techniques. All techniques are described in detail, in a step by step style which ensures they remain clear and simple to follow. -- Chris Lovegrove and Jack Curson, Sports Therapists Southampton F.C.
This text book is profoundly helpful for both the novice and the seasoned clinician. The information provides clinically sound evidence for skillful advancement that is exponentially beneficial for any practitioner. I strongly recommend this textbook for building skill set, clinical reasoning and as a tool for manual therapy advancement. -- Dr. Destiny Hebert, PT, DPT, MS, Cert. DN, Cert. SMT, Cert. VRS, FAAOMPT



Book Information
ISBN 9780857013941
Author Giles Gyer
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Singing Dragon
Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Weight(grams) 920g
Dimensions(mm) 256mm * 182mm * 22mm