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Designed for the required cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy course in the physical therapy curriculum. This evidence-based approach to cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy reviews essential background knowledge, thoroughly explains exercise principles, and makes applications to each of the APTA-approved practice patterns. Includes a thorough review of exercise physiology. A CD-ROMaccompanies the book. ... Read more

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An excellent text for the novice and experienced clinician
The text "Mobilisation of the Nervous System" is an excellent text for both the novice and experienced Physical Therapist. I bought this book to review for the Orthopedic Clinical Specialist exam, and have found it very helpful. The text does an excellent job of describing general anatomical and physiological reasoning behind commonly used evaluation and treatment techniques, as well as describing these techniques in detail. The illustrations and descriptions are good, so that if you are not practiced at these techniques you will be able to clearly see the proper postioning that is required. I would recommend this text for anyone who wants to update their clincal skills or for new Physical Therapists that want to learn more about this aspect of Physical Therapy. ... Read more

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Must buy for every massage therapist
I'm a massage therapist and used part of this book to study for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCETMB). This book is really helpful for showing you how to take a client history. This book is needed because it shows you the legalities and proper way to run a massage business. Documenation protects you in cases of audits and also is a source for assessing the client's progress and contraindications. I also studied the following for the National Certification Exam:
The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers (Volume 1), (Volume 2), and (Volume 3)
(Author: Patrick Leonardi)
The last 3 books helped me to prepare for the type of questions encountered on the national certification examination. I highly recommend all 4 books. I passed the first time with the help of these books

obsession with documentation is now the future of massage...
Her first edition of "Hands Heal" was a collection of forms used for charting massage therapy sessions. When I saw the new book on the shelf being three times as thick as the first I thought "Oh my what more can be done with charting!" I now understand her obsession with charting. It is not just charting your sessions, but learning to communicate what you do, so the medical community and the public will begin to understand massage therapy as a healing modality. Communication starts with the therapeutic relationship with the client. Healing begins when the client becomes involved in the process. Then you can pass the information along to all parties involved - the lawyers, the doctors, whoever. If you document every treatment, you will be able to find out what is working and what is not with each individual. Documentation can assist you in builing your practice and support the massage profession as a whole. I particularly liked the section on ethics as she supports the idea of peer groups, mentoring and supervision as a means of development for the practitioner. I believe the future of the profession lies in those areas.
If you are a massage therapist in any state, this will guide you to a successful practice whether you are involved in billing insurance companies or not. ... Read more

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A comprehensive handbook for clinicians on the examination and non-surgical treatment of disorders of the spine and peripheral joints. The text includes the related applied anatomy for each joint and the same logical sequence of chapters is followed in each case: applied anatomy, clinical examination, interpretation of findings, disorders, treatment. ... Read more

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Childhood can be an exciting time, full of joyous exploration, new skills, friends, and imaginative play. It can also be very frightening, especially when children have experiences that threaten their feelings of safety and well-being. Even common traumatic childhood events can deeply affect children's normal healthy development, their self-esteem, and their families. Many behavioral problems stemming from common traumatic events could require years of psychotherapy or medication. That is, they did -- until the advent of EMDR. Developed by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR had already helped thousands of adult clients when Joan Lovett experienced its healing power firsthand.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a comprehensive therapeutic approach that helps patients release disturbing thoughts and emotions that originate in traumatic experiences. Experiences can be traumatic in the commonly accepted sense -- abuse, disasters, violence -- but children may also perceive and respond to more ordinary events as very threatening. A playground accident, the loss of a loved one, school problems, or choking on a piece of popcorn can be a part of growing up. They can also be critical incidents that cause a child to view him- or herself as helpless or powerless, to become fearful, and to develop debilitating behavioral problems.

In Small Wonders: Healing Childhood Trauma with EMDR, Joan Lovett, M.D., shares engaging clinical stories -- mysteries involving children who present her with puzzling and disturbing behaviors. She imaginatively focuses her knowledge of pediatrics, play therapy, and EMDR to alleviate the real-life ordeals of real-life children.

Featuring a foreword by Francine Shapiro, Small Wonders is the most comprehensive and insightful book to explore the potential of EMDR for child therapy. This enlightening book is intended for parents who are concerned with having their children feel confident, for adults who want insights into the way the events of their childhood shaped their self-image, and for professionals who want to know more about EMDR and how it can be adapted to meet the special needs of traumatized children. ... Read more

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Recommend!
Easy to read and helpful for understanding the process of EMDR. I would have to agree with the previous reviewer Laura M that PEACEFUL HEART : A Woman's Journey to Healing is a must-read. Aimee Jo Martin's story clearly illustrates and details her journey with successful EMDR treatments. Quite powerful if you want to really see how effective EMDR can be.

Wonderful insight
What a wonderfully honest book! It shares the heartbreak of what rape does to the human soul. I also highly recommend reading Peaceful Heart: A Woman's Journey of Healing, by Aimee Jo Martin....a book that is a true testament to the human spirit.

An excellent case history guide to EMDR with children
Dr. Lovett, the clinical detective (behavioral pediatrician) writes poignant analyses of her work with childhood traumas great and small, in which she applies the bilateral stimulation techniques of EMDR. Her writing style is easy to read, and demonstrates the relative rapidity of trauma resolution when EMDR is properly interwoven into more traditional therapy. Her book is a valuable guide for clinicians skilled in the EMDR technique, as well as informative for parents considering such treatment for their child. As an EMDR therapist who teaches workshops on treating children, I highly recommend this engaging volume. Frances Klaff Ph.D.

Intriguing stories of recovery from trauma!
This is a well-written book about a pediatrician's experience with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprogramming) as a healing tool for people suffering from the results of traumatic incidents. It would appeal to laymen as well as professionals. The intriguing stories are like little mysteries, which unravel in a hopeful way. The author experienced a serious car accident and was finally helped to overcome some puzzling symptoms with EMDR. She got training in the technique and began using it (with great success) in her practice. This book is alive with vignettes of children with problems that no one has been able to fix, but who have responded to EMDR. This compelling book would appeal to anyone interested in a short term method of overcoming limiting behaviors. ... Read more

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Teaching In a Foreign Country?
I am teaching a course on pediatric occupational therapy in Germany. This book has been a life-saver for me, since it has given me clear definitions of major frames of reference in use around the world. I am looking forward to the newest edition!

An excellent resource
This book provides an excellent guide for moving from theory to practice! Each frame of reference is clearly delineated and the application to practice section of each frame of reference demonstrates how it can be used. It is a critical resource for providing theory based interventions. Good background information is provided for becoming a good, well rounded pediatric practitioner. ... Read more

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Comprehensive textbook for the documentation course required in all Physical Therapy programs. Covers every aspect of documentation including reimbursement and billing, coding, legal issues, PT and PTA communication, as well as utilization review and quality assurance. Includes a bonus pocket book with sample documentation forms and checklists. ... Read more

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Updated and reorganized, the third edition of this popular book uses a problem-oriented approach to present the principles of electrical stimulation, physiology and useful instrumentationas they relate to electrotherapy.This comprehensive text focuses on the clinical effectiveness of electrotherapeutic modalities and their physiologic impact on function and healing. Featuring new case studies and review questions, it also includes new material on the use of electrical stimulation for tissue repair and pain management, improving muscle performance, and increasing functional activity. Physical therapy students and practitioners. ... Read more

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Shocking
Great review. Even demonstrates bathtub electrotherapy. Utterly shocking and in depth coverage of this most electrifying subject!

This book is recommendable for physicaltherapists
This book is recommendable for students and physicaltherapists, practitioners of the use of electrotherapy modalities and procedures in the usage clinical. The authors offer a review of the physiologics principles, devices, instrumentation, and general principles of electrical stimulation. This title contributes to knowledgement about current developments in their research findings, theory and wide range of clinical application of the modality. Whereas, this book provides understanting and support for the practice of electrotherapy to obtain desired physiologic responses for the management of diseases and injuries in humans by physitherapy ... Read more

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Whether youve just started thinking about massage school, are currently enrolled, or already work as a therapist, Massage Therapy Career Guide provides all the inside information you need to know. Written by a practicing professional, this insightful guide gives you the tools that can turn your hands-on skills into lifelong success. If you employ massage therapists in your business, the Career Guide offers critical insights that will make your entire operation more profitable. Features:-How well-suited you are for the role of massage therapist-How to find work in spas, with physicians and chiropractors, aboard cruise ships, andmore-Key legal issues to know in order to maximize profits and decrease liability in yourpractice-How to supercharge your career by joining the best professional organizations anddiscovering the perfect advanced training programs for you-How to increase prosperity by specializing in massage writing, consulting, workshopteaching, retailing, and much more! ... Read more

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Fantastic Must Read Packed With Information & Resources!!
This is an invaluable book for bodyworkers and those interested in learning more about the many different types of massage/bodywork. It includes endless resources and contact information for the information you're looking for. ... Read more

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Written by an experienced professional musician and teacher of the Alexander Technique, this volume is the first to deal specifically with the application of the Technique to music- making. Introducing the musician to the principles and procedures evolved by F. M. Alexander (1869-1955), the book contains practical advice related to all areas of musical activity, from technique, sound production, and interpretation, to daily practice, rehearsal routines, and the mitigating of stage fright and health problems. ... Read more

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Not just for Cellists
This book is an excellent and precise treatment of the Alexander Technique. Although his examples are primarily for Cellists, Pianists, and singers, there's much that would apply to any musician. Occasionally academic, this book is well worth the patience. A moderate number of pictures are present.

Stiff-necked
My teacher recommended this book as The Book To Read if I wanted to read a book about Alexander Technique as I was taking lessons. Obviously it's a book that works wonderfully for many people. I was disappointed, though. I found the book rigid and very dismissive of approaches the author didn't absolutely agree with, and obsessed with bolstering itself with citations and quotes. It almost deifies Alexander, and talks very specifically of positions etc. The impression I have of Alexander Technique from my lessons is completely different: it's about being open rather than closed to alternatives.

And yes, I had heard that Alexander lessons are infinitely better than books. I absolutely agree after reading this.

Musicians Read This!
Indirect Procedures stands by itself in the world of Alexander Technique books. Written by a cellist and Alexander teacher, it is the only book I know of exclusively devoted to musicians' issues. At the same time, it is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of Alexander Technique with some photo illustrations. One caveat - Indirect Procedures is not light reading and this certainly sets it apart from most self-improvement books. It is thorough and detailed and very serious.

This book addresses virtually all of the habits of muscle use that can lead muscians down the road to injuries and limited playing and performing. Beginning with my conservatory training 30 years ago, I learned that the most important part of making music was "delivering the goods." Mastering repertoire was the name of the game. If my arms hurt or my wrists ached, that was just part of being a musician. It was inevitable. Now we know it isn't. And De Alcantara's book shows musicians ways to understand movement, habit, and posture that can transform music-making from a high stress and often painful event back to the joy that it was when they began playing.

This book is particularly useful for musicians who don't have access to an Alexander teacher and would like to incorporate some of the technique into their approach to music. It is also an aid to those who are working with an Alexander teacher who is less experienced with musicians. The book is dry and detailed but absolutely invaluable if you really want to make Alexander Technique a serious part of your musical life.

A beautiful, well-written book on the Alexander Technique
This is an outstanding book for those who wish to gain a deeper and more finely tuned understanding of the subtleties of the Alexander Technique. It is beautifully written and engrossing. The mechanics of the Alexander Technique are well reviewed . The strength of the book, however, is the contemplative and insightful approach to the intellectual, emotional, and creative aspects of the Technique, the understanding of which is vital to its mastery. I recommend this book very highly, but not as a first book.

Excellent, thorough, thought-provoking
This is not a review but a question: why is this book listed as a children's 3-page paperback? Or is there a children's book by the same name? The one I read had about 400 pages and definitely was geared for adults: very useful, very thorough, very thought-provoking. ... Read more

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Exactly what a PT needs....not intended for lay person
I'm sorry to hear that this book was a disappointment to one of the reviewers as he or she did not feel it was appropriate to use for laypersons...but it was not intended for that. I have used this book in the clinic during one of my internships and intend on purchasing it soon. It has a lot of useful information that a PT can keep right at their finger tips. I highly recommend this book and am looking forward to having my own copy.

Not for Primary Care people
I ordered this book sight unseen. It was disappointing for a primary care person who needs a reference to common therapies for common conditions. A lack of diagrams and explanation of physical therapy modalities that would be useful to patients is unfortunate. It covers a lot of ground but in a very cursory way. The assessment and treatment sections are sizeable lists of test and maneuvers with with no explanation of what each one is. It may well be a fine resource for a physical therapist, but I wouldn't recommend it to a primary care provider. I ended up returning the copy I ordered.

Very usefull!!!!
This is a wonderful guide for use in the clinic setting. It is a quick and easy reference for a specific ailment or for qiick treatment ideas. Everyone that sees this book wants one. ... Read more

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clinically helpful
Although I've only taken one strain/counterstrain course (for the extremities) I use this text frequently in the clinic. The photos are clear and I can easily duplicate the positions for the neck/back although I've had no specific course instruction on those areas. Many times the techniques from this book have helped when other things haven't worked. Definitely worth checking this one out.

Easily organizes strain/counterstrain intervention
Kerry organizes the concept of strain/counterstrain into an systemic approach that is easy to use and document. His book contains pictures demonstrating each release position with an awareness of the therapists body mechanics. He has done a great service to all physical therapists and osteopaths through this well organizerd work. ... Read more

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Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston. Textbook/reference for physical therapy students and practitioners. ... Read more

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Spinal Cord Injury: Functional Rehabilitation (2nd Edition)
I found this book is very helpful in providing information in a concise manner without too much detail. It is a great reference book for spinal cord injury information at your fingertips as well as a great resource for board exam preparation. For the therapist not working in a spinal cord injury setting but needs information of this nature at hand, perfect book. Also provides up to date information on wheelchair assessments. ... Read more

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*Abundantly illustrated with 400 clinically relevant drawings and photographshs

*Interdisciplinary perspective with contributions from the fields of physical and occupational therapy, orthotics and prosthetics, and medicine and surgery

*Includes guidelines for pre-orthotic and pre-prosthetic assessment, as well as functional training for patients using orthoses and protheses ... Read more

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This practical guide to clinically significant neuroscience, written with rehabilitation professionals in mind, connects neuroscience theory to clinical application with stories. It also includes case studies, and lists summarizing key features of neurological disorders. Numerous tables, flow charts and boxes highlight essential concepts, processes, and relationships. Full-color illustrations, including an atlas, clarify the spatial relationships among neural structures, demonstrate pathological neural changes, and show individuals with various neurological disorders. Unique features include an accurate summary of contemporary research and theory on spasticity and a thorough explanation of vestibular function and dysfunction. The book follows a logical progression from the molecular and cellular level to systems and regions, making the text both comprehensive and useful. ... Read more

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A good general reference
Laurie Lundy-Ekman's book was the textbook in my recent upper division neuroanatomy course and offered a good base reference for the course. The author mentions neurological problems relevant to the brain area discussed in that chapter, which is helpful for a better understanding. Its a great reference book to keep on the shelf and its smaller size makes it more handy than other larger neurology books. ... Read more

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Second Edition. This book, just like the first edition, is organized alphabetically according to diseases. It also has a system-wise index, and a word index to locate the diseases with more than one name. Every disease has been dealt with using a uniform format for better readability and quick reference.

The book deals with more than 400 diseases. Special features of this comprehensive book include

- several color photos and illustrations

- glossary of medical terms

- tips to keep infections at bay

- side effects of commonly used drugs & therapies ... Read more

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Excellent pathology guide for massage students
This is a great book for learning pathology. I'm a massage therapist and this helped me to learn certain conditions such as fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis for school exams and for the national boards. If you really want to know the kind of questions asked on the National Certification Examination get the following on amazon: "The Ulimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers" (Volume 1), (Volume 2), and (Volume 3). Each volume covers each section of the National Certification Examination so thoroughly and the questions really help you know which areas you are weak or strong in.

Excellent Reference
Excellent reference material...easy to find Pathology. As a praactitioner I do not work on medical cases at this time but find this manual a must...it is informative.

a great assistant Massage therapists
This book is very helpful to the massage therapist. It helps with having a short description of the disease, what strokes to use, and the best way to position the body, and a rough idea of how often you should give the client a massage ... Read more

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Therapists and caregivers always are looking for new techniques for use with children with special needs. Typically, there are concerns with what are the benefits of massage, how to position the child, which strokes to start with on a child, what conditions promote massage, and what is the latest research on massage. Kathy Drehobl and Mary Fuhr address these concerns in "Pediatric Massage-Revised." They provide a holistic approach to massage for children with special needs. Massage offers many benefits to children with special needs. These include: enhancing parent/child attachment and bonding; increasing parental confidence; deepening respiration; improving blood and lymphatic circulation; enhancing awareness of body parts through visual, tactile, and proprioceptive input; reducing hypersensitivity to tactile input; increasing the quality and quantity of phonation and vocalization; enhancing gastrointestinal function; and providing general relaxation for the caregiver and child. ... Read more

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A great book on a great concept
This book is a must for anyone who has children or works with children in a therapy setting. I have practiced the concepts presented in this book on my own child and have noticed wonderful results. Pediatric massage is a great way to bond with your child and provide a valuable therapy session at the same time. The authors are knowlegable about pediatric massage and present the concepts in a way that makes them easy to apply. The book is well written with simple, yet informative illustrations. If you are a parent of a child with special needs, please get this book for yourself and recommend it to your child's therapist. You will be glad that you did. ... Read more