Atlas of Osteopathic Joint Techniques Vol. 1 - Serge Tixa, Małgorzata Naumiuk

Discover the fascinating world of osteopathy with our comprehensive atlas of joint techniques! This book is an invaluable source of knowledge for every osteopath and medical student. Immerse yourself in detailed descriptions and illustrations that will make your practice more effective and successful. Learn to diagnose and correct joint dysfunctions professionally and safely.

• Detailed descriptions of osteopathic techniques for each joint
• Over 400 photographs illustrating the positions of the therapist and patient
• Didactic key for selecting photographs for a better understanding of the process
• Range of motion tests with photographic illustrations
• Elaboration on the clinical presentation and causes of joint imbalances
• Authors' advice and tips for effectively mastering the corrective gesture

The atlas serves as a methodological guide to osteopathic techniques, paying close attention to areas often overlooked in other publications. For each joint (shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot), dysfunctions are the object of diagnosis, which consists of range of motion tests. The elaboration then deals with the most important elements of the clinical picture, as well as the underlying causes of joint imbalances.

The techniques contained in the atlas have been selected for their effectiveness and illustrated by approximately 400 photographs, which have been selected according to a precise, didactic key. They show in turn: the position of the therapist and the patient; the arrangement of the therapist's hands; the exact arrangement of therapeutic points of action; the process of correcting range of motion restrictions.

The authors, Serge Tixa and Małgorzata Naumiuk, are recognized experts in the field of osteopathy. Their experience and knowledge guarantee the high substantive quality of the atlas. Thanks to them, achieving optimal mobilization becomes easier, and diagnostic tests and advice allow for effective mastering of the corrective gesture. The atlas of osteopathic joint techniques is an essential item in the library of every osteopath!

Technical parameters: Edition: Pages: 272, Format: 284x211 mm. Year of publication: 2019, cover: paperback. Publisher: PZWL. Number of pages: 272. Cover: paperback. Format: 284x211 mm.