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Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle Giles Gyer

Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle By Giles Gyer

Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle by Giles Gyer


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Summary

This book looks at treatment options for foot and ankle conditions such as bunions, ankle strain, Achilles tendon issues, plantar fasciitis, fractures and sports specific injuries. It examines common misconceptions around the area and treatments, as well as how to assess and diagnose patients before presenting a wide selection of treatments.

Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle Summary

Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle: Clinical Understanding and Advanced Treatment Applications and Rehabilitation for Manual Therapists by Giles Gyer

Exploring treatment options for foot and ankle conditions, this manual therapy textbook looks at bunions, ankle strain, Achilles tendon issues, plantar fasciitis, fractures and sport specific injuries amongst others.

Gyer and Michael, along with Dr Kunasingam, examine common misconceptions about foot and ankle conditions and provide explanations on how to assess and diagnose patients. The book also presents a wide treatment selection for manual therapists such as orthotics, taping, soft tissue and joint techniques and common rehabilitation options, with advice on when to refer patients for surgery.

By concentrating on the foot and ankle in specific detail, Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle is an invaluable resource for all bodywork practitioners.

Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle Reviews

A highly comprehensive and informative book for all disciplines that specialise in Foot and Ankle Medicine, Injuries and Rehabilitation. -- Matthew Farrar BSc (Hons) MFPM RCPS (Glasg) Podiatrist

About Giles Gyer

Giles Gyer (Author)
Giles Gyer is a specialist musculoskeletal osteopath. He teaches manual therapy techniques internationally through his CPD company, OMT Training. He is an internationally published scientific researcher in manual therapy and spinal manipulation, and author of three other Singing Dragon books. He lives in London, UK.

Jimmy Michael (Author)
Jimmy Michael is a specialist musculoskeletal osteopath who holds degrees in Sports and Exercise Science and Osteopathy. He is a senior lecturer with OMT Training and he has run courses for organisations such as the NHS, Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC. He is an internationally published scientific researcher in manual therapy and spinal manipulation, and author of three other Singing Dragon books. He lives in London, UK.

Dr Kumar Kunasingam is Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, international lecturer and published scientific writer. He is a specialist foot and ankle surgeon and one of the UK's most regarded specialists in minimal invasive surgery.

Table of Contents

1. Understanding the Foot and Ankle. 2. Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle. 3. Examination of the Foot and Ankle. 4. Musculoskeletal Conditions of the Foot & Ankle. 5. Leg Length Discrepancy - Myth or Real. 6. Patient Referral - When to Stop. 7. Use of Orthotics in Foot & Ankle Disorders. 8. Bunions - manual therapy and Surgical Referral. 9. Management of Acute Injuries with Peace & Love. 10. LVLA and HVLA Techniques of the Foot & Ankle. 11. Dry Needling of the Foot & Ankle. 12. Muscle Energy Techniques for the Foot & Ankle. 13. Sports Taping and Strapping. 14. Exercise Rehabilitation of the Foot & Ankle

Additional information

NGR9781839972010
9781839972010
1839972017
Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle: Clinical Understanding and Advanced Treatment Applications and Rehabilitation for Manual Therapists by Giles Gyer
New
Paperback
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
2023-04-28
304
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