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Trigger points and muscle chains in osteopathy

Richter, Philipp [1960-]

Trigger points and muscle chains in osteopathy [electronic resource] - Stuttgart; New York Thieme c2009 - x, 230 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm. - Thieme flexibook; Thieme ElectronicBook Library .

Triggerpunkte und Muskelfunktionsketten in der Osteopathie und Manuellen Therapie. English Made available through: Thieme ElectronicBook Library. Also available in print.

Models of myofascial chains -- Physiology -- The craniosacral model -- The biomechanical model of John Martin Littlejohn : the mechanics of the spinal column -- Postural muscles, phasic muscles, and crossed posture patterns -- Zink's patterns -- Myofascial chains : a model -- Statics -- Diagnosis -- Therapy -- Definition -- Trigger point classification -- Trigger point pathophysiology -- Diagnosis -- Trigger point therapy -- Perpetuating factors of trigger points -- The facilitated segment -- The trigger points.

[electronic resource] / Includes bibliographical references (p. 220-223) and index. Access restricted by licensing agreements. Electronic book available in pdf format. This unique guide takes an in-depth look at trigger point therapy. Split into two sections, it combines detailed theory with practical techniques. You will find comprehensive information on a broad spectrum of topics such as myofascial chains, the craniosacral model, and the classification, diagnosis, and therapy of trigger points. System requirements: World Wide Web browser, internet. Mode of access: World Wide Web.


Original in German
Original in German
Original in German
Original in German

9781604060966 9783131450517 (alk. paper)