Neuromuscular Massage Therapy

This book is a technical description of neuro-muscular techniques in massage therapy to manage advanced care. It is the fundamentals of bodywork, fitness, health, energy, physique, flexibility, mobility and more. It teaches the therapist aspects of stretch, proprioception, assessment, injury correction and advanced movements to facilitate sportsmen or patients under rehabilitation. Active sports requires support and knowledge of anatomical management of functional range of movement, muscle tension, balance, postural controls at various levels, ages and capacities. Sensory treatment and integrated approaches indicate range in theories of care. Embryonic body types also provide a framework for plan of care and self development. This book is designed as one convenient unit that covers sensory, neuromuscular, orthopaedic and embryonic relations to therapies for achieving fitness and excellence in sports or daily life.

CD-ROM includes 20 massage technique video clips, 10 Acland anatomy video clips, anatomy figures from the text, chapter quizzes.

Neuromuscular Therapy Manual is a concise manual of neuromuscular therapy that contains the most relevant content based on the popular, highly regarded Travell & Simons Trigger Point Therapy Manual. Content is laid out in a highly structured, regionally organized, accessible, and user-friendly text designed specifically to meet the needs of massage students.

This is a Pageburst digital textbook; Presented in a clear and easy-to-use format, this book provides basic assessment of neuromuscular conditions and an overview of techniques specific to deep tissue massage. The most commonly used techniques are covered with illustrations and hints for performing techniques. The bulk of the book presents treatment routines for the 22 most commonly encountered neuromuscular conditions. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe exactly what therapists need to do to treat a particular condition. Includes a DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing the techniques described in the text. The first text on the market that delineates deep tissue routines or treatments. Provides techniques, routines, and procedures for the treatment of a wide array of neuromuscular conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis and golfer's elbow, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff dysfunctions, thoracic outlet syndrome, whiplash, migraines, kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis, among others. Each chapter on conditions follows a template with a definition of the condition, a list of associated symptoms, indications and contraindications for massage, and a procedure/routine. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe for the therapist exactly what needs to be done to treat a particular condition. Heavily illustrated, with many photos of each technique and routine, as well as some photos illustrating conditions. Photos of indicated and contraindicated stretches with a brief explanation of why they are indicated or contraindicated. Includes DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing techniques desribed in the text. An excellent clinical companion for massage therapists.

Revolutionary Therapy for Spinal Cord Injuries New neuromuscular massage therapy helps paralyzed victims regain mobility Randolph, NJ (Release Date TBD) In this age when victims of serious car accidents, and the like, survive due to prompt medical attention, the tragic consequence of severe injuries may be that while the victim survives, their lives may never be the same again. If they damaged their spinal cord, they may never be able to walk confined to a wheelchair for the rest of their lives. With such a bleak prognosis, a ray of hope comes in the form of a revolutionary approach in treating the after-effects of spinal cord injuries. In Spinal Cord Injured Can Walk Againby Bernard S. Cytryn, LMT MA0003352, the author describes the "hands-on technique" that has enabled him to achieve amazing success with supposedly hopeless cases involving not only injuries to the spine but also to those who are victims of a stroke, Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS, and Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne, Alzheimer's, Brain Injury, Child Disabled, Hands and Feet Disabled and other neuromuscular disorders. With over twenty-six years dealing with patients, Cytryn has used his method to improve walking, regain arm and leg movement, reconstruct the twisted fingers of stroke victims, as well as those with foot drop and clubfoot., and other physical disabling. Illustrated with before and after photographs, the book deserves serious attention: from those in the medical and health field interested in knowing more about these techniques, to the patients and their families who want to know about other options in therapy and rehabilitation. Written by an author passionate about his mission to help others, and described in careful detail, Spinal Cord Injured Can Walk Again is for those who wish to do something to help these patients and to do it now. Bernard S. Cytryn, a neuromuscular massage therapist license number MA0003352, is making regular contributions to our newsletter. Bernard uses "hands-on" therapy and has experienced remarkable success with one of our members who, once a paralyzed quadriplegic, is now walking and is gainfully employed. Bernard believes that others can be helped as well with his holistic approach and technique. You could contact the author at these numbers: Florida number-954-978-3485 New Jersey number-973-895-4513

Fully updated throughout, this popular book explains the history, rationale, and detailed descriptions of the class of soft tissue manipulation methods known collectively as NMT techniques. Complete with accompanying website - www.chaitowonline.com - which contains film sequences of the author demonstrating the techniques, this book will be ideal for bodyworkers and acupuncturists in Europe, the USA and beyond. Facilitates the rapid and accurate identification of local soft-tissue dysfunction Explains the origin of soft tissue distress Provides diverse maps and explanations for the patterns of tender and trigger points seen daily in clinical practice Includes guidance on the use of NMT for the treatment of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and abdominal dysfunction Gives important guidance on the treatment of trigger points in treating lymphatic dysfunction Discusses the use of NMT in the management of pain and hyperventilation Explains the diagnostic and therapeutic value of tender reflex points related to viscero-somatic and somatic-visceral reflexes Describes both European and North American versions of NMT Provides a clear set of treatment options for all bodywork therapists and acupuncture practitioners Authored by a highly respected, internationally known teacher, practitioner and author, with contributions from three leading practitioners from the U.S. and Europe Contains a new chapter on the value of Thai Yoga massage, associated with NMT methodology Contains source material and commentary on the contribution of Raymond Nimmo DC in the evolution of NMT Website - www.chaitowonline.com - containing updated video clips demonstrating the application of NMT

Now in vibrant full color, this fully updated and revised Fourth Edition of Scheumann's The Balanced Body: A Guide to the Integrated Deep Tissue Therapy System reflects the latest research in the field and brings a beloved technique manual up to date with current standards for evidence-informed practice. This user-friendly resource helps students develop a clear understanding of a sequential, progressive bodywork approach for the entire body. The Fourth Edition retains the original book’s innovative approach to the integration of a variety of massage therapy approaches and adds new material that brings Scheumann’s work into a modern context. New sections on research, updates on recent pain and fascia science, updated coverage of pathologies, and new material on client endangerment work, along with an enhanced array of teaching and learning resources, make The Balanced Body an important resource for both new and seasoned massage therapists.

"Focusing on practical application of deep tissue therapy, Deep Tissue Massage Treatment provides clear, "how-to" instructions for assessment and treatment. The most commonly used techniques are covered, including trigger point therapy, friction techniques, myofascial techniques, and stretching." -back cover.