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Therapeutic Stretching: Towards A Functional Approach

Prepared by an international authority, Therapeutic Stretching: Towards a Functional Approach offers a highly accessible account of the latest information regarding the role of therapeutic stretching in the management of restricted range of movement (ROM) disorders.

Richly illustrated throughout, this exciting new volume covers the physiological basis of stretching, explores its classification and examines what is normal and abnormal in terms of ROM. Chapters then explain the processes that are associated with ROM loss and recovery as well as what makes stretching effective. The experience of pain, sensitization and pain tolerance in relation to stretching and ROM recovery are also discussed. >> Order now
 
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Uniting around the evidence, part 1: Guiding principles for practitioners

Haldeman and Degenais elegantly describe what being an evidence-based/informed practitioner entails in their 2008 article in The Spine Journal. “The guiding principle behind evidence-informed management is that practitioners should be aware of and use research evidence when available, make personal recommendations based on clinical experience when it is not available, and be transparent about the process used to reach their conclusion.” I would add that this principle applies not only to care directly provided by any given practitioner, but also to care provided via integration and collaboration with, and/or referrals to, other practitioners. I’m not sure how any ethical healthcare practitioner could disagree with this guiding principle. » Read more...
 
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