Maintaining Body Balance, Flexibility & Stability: A Practical Guide to the Prevention & Treatment of Musculoskeletal Pain & Dysfunction

A collection of tried and tested, effective and safe techniques and exercises for relaxing muscles in spasm and easing associated muscular pain. All the exercises included can be done at home without assistance from anyone else. All are suitable for inclusion in a management programme under the direction of any therapist involved in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. They can be used to treat existing conditions or to prevent more major injury (especially in relation to sports). Aimed at the therapist who want to involve their client in the self-management of their own treatment. Designed and priced to be affordable and accessible to patients this is a book which the therapist can also safely recommend to their patients to buy and use themselves.Safe and effective exercise techniques help patients relieve tense muscles and ease related pain.Numerous, colorful illustrations are included throughout the text to provide a better understanding of techniques.Clear and easy-to-follow explanations of each technique improve readability and comprehension.Expert guidance helps readers select the appropriate exercise for each situation.Content helps patients remember what the therapist wants them to do between one consultation and the next.The role of the patient in maintaining his or her own fitness is emphasized to ensure successful treatment outcomes.All of the exercises can be done at home - without special equipment or hands-on involvement of the practitioner.Plastic cards inside the back cover provide exercises and instructions for patients to use at home.