Massage and Manual Therapy for Orthopedic Conditions

Hendrickson Method - Third Edition

von Thomas Hendrickson

698 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Massage and Manual Therapy for Orthopedic Conditions is a definitive guide to understanding, assessing, and treating musculoskeletal disorders through Hendrickson Method(R), a comprehensive system of orthopedic manual therapy developed over more than four decades of clinical practice. Dr. Thomas Hendrickson brings together the principles, clinical reasoning, and hands-on techniques of this innovative approach in a clear, systematic framework for massage and manual therapists, chiropractors, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.At the heart of Hendrickson Method is Wave Mobilization(R), a distinctive form of soft tissue mobilization developed by Dr. Hendrickson. Wave Mobilization is integrated with muscle energy technique, joint mobilization, and energy-healing practices. Together, these modalities help practitioners work with precision, efficiency, and effectiveness to achieve excellent clinical results while supporting a long, healthy career in the healing arts.Third Edition Key Updates- Updated science explaining why skilled manual therapy is so effective- Updated clinical anatomy enhancing the clarity of treatment protocols- Expanded exploration of energy healing and therapeutic coherence- New and updated full-color illustrations- Access to over 150 companion video demonstrationsExtensively revised and updated, the Third Edition deepens the reader's understanding of what happens to the soft tissues, joints, and nervous system in dysfunction, injury, and degeneration-and how to induce repair and restore function following the Hendrickson Method treatment protocol.Throughout the clinical application chapters, readers will find detailed assessment protocols, descriptions of common orthopedic conditions, and clear, step-by-step illustrated treatment instructions. Clear explanations help practitioners understand not only what techniques to apply, but why they work and how to perform them effectively.Purchase of the Third Edition also includes access to over 150 companion video demonstrations, allowing practitioners to view each modality and technique presented in the clinical application chapters and connect the written instruction with hands-on application.Comprehensive yet practical, Massage and Manual Therapy for Orthopedic Conditions serves as both an essential learning resource and a lasting clinical reference for emerging and experienced practitioners seeking clarity, precision, and confidence in orthopedic manual therapy.

• Themen: Ratgeber Körper und Geist
• ISBN: 9798992623406
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 13.10.2026
• Größe: 276 x 216 mm
• Verlag: Hendrickson Method