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Positional Release Techniques,

Edition 4

Editors: By Leon Chaitow, ND, DO (UK)

Publication Date: 30 Oct 2015

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Positional Release Techniques continues to be the go-to resource for those who want to easily learn and confidently use this manual approach to safely manage pain and dysfunction in humans (and animals). As well as a structural revision, the fourth edition now includes new illustrations and chapters with videos and an image bank on a companion website to reinforce knowledge.

At its core, the book explores the principles and modalities of the different forms of positional release techniques and their application which range from the original strain/counterstrain method to various applications in physical therapy, such as McKenzie’s exercise protocols and kinesio-taping methods that ‘unload’ tissues. These methods are traced from their historical roots up to their current practice with a showcase of emerging research and evidence.

In addition to a series of problem-solving clinical descriptions supported by photos of assessment and treatment methods, learning is further boosted by practical exercises which examine PRT methodology and the mechanics of their use.

Key Features

Emphasises safety and usefulness in both acute and chronic settings
Comprehensive coverage of all methods of spontaneous release by positioning
Easy to follow and extensively illustrated
Balanced synopsis of concepts and clinical-approach models throughout

New Features

Revised content structure
New chapters including:
- Strain/counterstrain research
- Positional release and fascia
- Balanced ligamentous tension techniques
- Visceral positional release: the counterstrain model
Redrawn and new artwork

About the author

By Leon Chaitow, ND, DO (UK), Registered Osteopath and Naturopath; Honorary Fellow and Former Senior Lecturer, School of Life Sciences, University of Westminster, London, UK; Fellow, British Naturopathic Association. and Fellow, College of Osteopaths, UK

Contributors
Foreword
Preface to the third edition
Preface
Acknowledgements
Abbreviations

1. Spontaneous release by positioning

2. Somatic dysfunction and positional release

3. Strain/counterstrain research
Christopher Kevin Wong

4. Counterstrain models of positional release

5. Functional and facilitated positional release approaches, including cranial methods

6. Positional release methods in special situations

7. Positional release and fascia

8. Balanced ligamentous tension techniques
Raymond J. Hruby

9. Visceral positional release: the counterstrain model
Edward Goering

10. Overview of the McKenzie method
Anthony J. Lisi

11. ‘Offloading’ taping to reduce pain and facilitate movement
Dylan Morrissey

12. Application of positional techniques in the treatment of animals
J. Brooks and †A. G. Pusey

Title Reviews

I like the work of Leon Chaitow, he has taught me a lot about the art of manual medicine. This book is practical and rich with information you can use with your patients in everyday practice. --Amazon Reviewer

The information presented in this volume is right on target. Easy to read and understand. Information is also clarified by the DVD that accompanies the book. I highly recommend this therapy. --Amazon Reviewer

Once more, Chaitow shows us in Positional Release Techniques important ways to re-establish the normal functional states of different structures, such as muscles, by eliminating spasm, enhancing circulation and more. This is a very fine book that will be useful for many manual therapists. If you have any doubt, don't wait any longer, acquire it! --Amazon Reviewer

The British Osteopath Chaitow goes into details of the various positional release techniques such as strain/counterstrain, functional release etc. which helps clarifies all the terminology. Chaitow also has a video which is a good accompaniment to the book. Kind of wish I had this for the boards. --Amazon Reviewer

ISBN: 9780702051111

Page Count: 272

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All those professionals who have an interest in human movement: physiotherapists, osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, chiropractors, manual therapists, massage therapists and personal trainers.