Deep Tissue Massage Treatment
By- Jeffrey Simancek
This significantly revised new edition features an easy-to-use format that provides basic theory and assessment of neuromuscular conditions followed by an extensive overview of techniques specific to deep tissue massage Ñ including trigger point therapy, friction techniques, myofascial techniques, and stretching. Step-by-step treatment routines for the 22 most commonly encountered neuromuscular conditions are clearly outlined using detailed descriptions and illustrations side-by-side. Downloadable assessment forms and 90-minutes of video on proper deep tissue massage techniques are included on the companion Evolve website.
Paperback, 264 Pages
Published: April 2012
Imprint: Mosby
ISBN: 978-0-323-07759-0
Contents
1. Theory
Theoretical Approach
Forces applied to the body
The Nature of Tension and DiscomfortEmotions and Deep Tissue
Approach to Deep TissueBenefits of Deep Tissue Massage
2. AssessmentsPostural Assessment
Postural Distortions and CompensationsGait Cycle
Gait AnalysisFunctional Assessments
Kinetic Chain ProtocolRange of Motion
3. Common ApproachesBasic Swedish Massage
Structural BodyworkMyofascial Approach
Trigger Point TherapyFriction Techniques
StretchingPutting It All Together
4. Tools and TechniquesPrinciples of Deep Tissue Massage
Tools for Deep Tissue5. Head and Neck
Migraines & Headaches (HA)Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder
TorticollisWhiplash
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)6. Shoulder
Anatomy of the ShoulderAdhesive Capsulitis
Rotator Cuff Injuries7. Arm and Hand
Anatomy of the Arm and HandNerve Impingements
Epicondylitis; Tendonitis/TendonosisCarpal Tunnel Syndrome
8. Back and AbdominalsAnatomy of the Thoracopelvic Region
Postural DistortionsLow Back Pain
AbdominalsWorking with Posture
9. Hips and ThighMuscles of the Hip and Thigh
Balancing the HipPsoas Release
QuadricepsPiriformis
PatellofemoralIliotibial Band Disorder
10. LegAnatomy of the Leg and Foot
Sprained/Strained AnklesShin Splints
Plantar Fasciitis
