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Physical therapy of the low back

edited by Lance T. Twomey, James R. Taylor

(Clinics in physical therapy / editorial board, Otto D. Payton ... [et al.])

Churchill Livingstone, 1994

2nd ed

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

The authors present a new approach to physical therapy of the low back, based on the practical integration of current scientific data with what works" in their own extensive clinical experience. The new edition has been brought right up to date and includes new chapters on strength testing, intensive rehabilitation approach, and exercise. Expert contributors include such internationally known specialists as Geoffrey D Maitland, Robin A McKenzie, Brian C Edwards and Vladimir Janda. "

Table of Contents

The Lumbar Spine from Infancy to Old Age. Lumbar Posture, Movement, And Mechanics. Innervation, Pain Patterns, And Mechanisms of Pain Production. The Anatomy and Function of the Lumbar Back Muscles and Their Fascia. The Maitland Concept: Assessment, Examination, And Treatment By Passive Movement. Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for Disorders of the Lower Back. Clinical Assessment: The Use of Combined Movements in Assessment and Treatment. Manipulative Physical Therapy in the Management of Selected Low Lumbar Syndromes. Rehabilitation of Active Stabilization of the Lumbar Spine. Intensive Physical Rehabilitation for Back Pain. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. Low Back Pain in the Workplace: An Ergonomic Approach to Control. Lifting and Back Pain. Low Back Pain and Physical Treatment in Children and Adolescents. Therapeutic Exercise for Back Pain. The Rationale for the Treatment of Joint and Back Pain. Index

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