Orthopedic Joint Mobilization and Manipulation provides a clear understanding of how thrust and non-thrust techniques work to eliminate pain and re-establish normal joint motion and function. This comprehensive resource presents a thorough overview of the literature supporting the use of joint mobilisation, joint manipulation and manual therapy. It also incorporates these theories with easy-to-use clinical methods for treating common musculoskeletal conditions. The guide includes a treatment finder that allows readers to easily locate techniques by body region. There is also the use of medical illustrations to show underlying bones and directional arrows to show hand placement and indicate thrust direction.
Robert Manske is a professor in the doctoral physical therapy programme at Wichita State University. He has published multiple books, chapters, articles and home study courses relating to orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation. B.J. Lehecka teaches course work concerning the hip and spine regions, posture, gait and musculoskeletal evaluation. He has published journal articles, book chapters and presented at various international conferences.
Part I. Introduction Chapter 1. Basic Science Behind Joint Mobilization and Manipulation History and Legislation Mobilization and Manipulation Joint Congruency and Position Joint Movements Convex and Concave Rules Effects of Mobilization and Manipulation Evidence for Joint Mobilization Summary Chapter 2. General Application Guidelines General Examination End-Feels Capsular Patterns Clinical Application of Joint Thrusts and Nonthrusts Safety and Risk of Injury Contraindications and Precautions for Thrust and Nonthrust Techniques Summary Part II. Mobilization and Manipulation of the Craniomandibular Complex and Spine Chapter 3. Temporomandibular Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 4. Cervical Spine Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 5. Thoracic Spine Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 6. Lumbar Spine and Pelvis Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Part III. Mobilization and Manipulation of the Upper Extremity Chapter 7. Shoulder Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 8. Elbow Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 9. Wrist and Hand Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Part IV. Mobilization and Manipulation of the Lower Extremity Chapter 10. Hip Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 11. Knee Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 12. Ankle Joint Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques Chapter 13. Foot Anatomy Joint Kinematics Treatment Techniques
