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SFIMMS Series in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
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Counterstrain Approaches in Osteopathic Manipulation Medicine
- Basic and intermediate level instructional manual (48 course hours)
- Theoretical principles of indirect technique and spontaneous release by positioning
- Diagnostic application of tender point palpation for each body region
- Multiple therapeutic procedures presented for each tender point
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Myofacial and Fascial-Ligamentous Approaches in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
- Basic and advanced level instructional manual (48 course hours)
- Detailed connective tissue anatomy and physiology
- Theoretical principles of myofascial and fascial-ligamentous release
- Diagnostic and treatment approaches for each body region, including a myofascial screening exam
- Release enhancing maneuvers and multiple operator techniques
- Includes approaches of Dr.'s Ward, Chila, Becker and Sutherland
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Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Approaches to the Primary Respiratory Mechanism
- Basic, intermediate, and advanced level instructional manual (112 course hours)
- Anatomic relations and physiologic principles underlying the cranial concept
- Palpation exercises designed to facilitate diagnostic touch throughout the body
- Diagnostic and treatment approaches focus on fluid, membranous (dural), muscular, articular and bony aspects of the cranial mechanism, including a cranial screening exam
- Includes multiple operator techniques and approaches to infants and children
Osteopathic approaches to patient care offer the practitioner a variety of problem-solving and treatment options. Palpatory skill development establishes a basis for diagnostic assessment of neuromusculoskeletal function and its integrative role in maintaining health and overcoming disease. Osteopathic treatment and problem-solving skills apply a holistic approach that considers the therapeutic response of the whole patient. A variety of diagnostic and treatment methods have been developed to maximize outcomes.
This series of Osteopathic manipulative medicine texts presents a comprehensive course of instruction, including theory, palpation, diagnosis, and treatment. The thoughtful student will appreciate the detail and clarity of topic presentation and the sequence of skills development. Quality close-up photographic visuals accurately depict the table sessions using human and anatomic models. The following three volumes of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine are currently available for spring 2000 delivery.
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Functional Methods: A Manual for Palpatory Skill Development in Osteopathic Examination and Mannipulation of Motor Function, Second Edition