Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques

 

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Easy to navigate and rich with engaging learning features, the 4th edition of this bestselling, one-of-a-kind resource reflects the most up-to-date information on basic anatomical concepts and techniques to help users confidently comprehend and apply them.

 

Table of Contents:

 

1 Principles of the Osteopathic Examination

Osteopathic Principles (Philosophy)

Structural Components

Structure and Function

Barrier Concepts

Somatic Dysfunction

Myofascial-Articular Components

Visceral-Autonomic Components

Order of Examination

General Observation

Layer-by-Layer Palpation

2 Osteopathic Static Musculoskeletal Examination

3 Spinal Regional Range of Motion

4 Osteopathic Layer-by-Layer Palpation

Principles of Palpation

Examination Sequence

Observation

Temperature

Skin Topography and Texture

Fascia

Muscle

Tendons

Ligaments

Erythema Friction Rub

Percussion

Sequential Dissection of Thoracic/Lumbar Musculature

Cross Section of Thoracic Region

Cross Section of Lumbar Region

Sequential Dissection of Posterior Cervical Musculature

Cross Section of Cervical Region: Level of C6

5 Intersegmental Motion Testing

Group and Single Segment Dysfunctions

Costal Dysfunctions

PART 2 OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATIVE TECHNIQUES

6 Principles of Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques

Introduction

Direct and Indirect Technique

Somatic Dysfunction

Contraindications

The Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Prescription

7 Soft Tissue Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Direct Technique

Technique Styles

Parallel Traction

Perpendicular Traction (“Kneading”)

Direct Inhibitory Pressure

Indications

Contraindications (4,5)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

8 Myofascial Release Techniques

Fascia as an Organ System

Technique Principles

Fascial Patterns of Motion Preference

Technique Classification

Direct, Indirect, or Combined with Two-Handed Technique

Technique Styles

Light, Moderate, or Heavy in Force Application

Indications

Contraindications (7,8)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

9 Counterstrain Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Indirect

Technique Styles

Time Defined or Release Defined

Indications

Contraindications (1,7)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications/Precautions

General Considerations and Rules (1,4,7,9,11)

Abbreviations for Counterstrain Technique (4)

10 Muscle Energy Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Direct

Technique Styles

Post-Isometric Relaxation

Reciprocal Inhibition

Joint Mobilization Using Muscle Force

Respiratory Assistance

Oculocephalogyric (Oculocervical) Reflex

Crossed Extensor Reflex

Indications

Primary Indications

Secondary Indications

Contraindications (7,8)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

11 High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Direct Technique

Indirect Technique

Technique Styles

Indications

Contraindications (5,6)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

Shorthand Rules

12 Facilitated Positional Release Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Indirect

Technique Styles

Soft Tissue (Myofascial) Oriented Dysfunctions

Articular (Intervertebral and Intersegmental x-Axis, y-Axis, z-Axis) Dysfunction

Indication

Contraindications (6,7)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications/Precautions

General Considerations and Rules

Shorthand Rules

Primary Myofascial Dysfunction

Primary Articular (x-Axis, y-Axis, z-Axis) Type I and Type II Dysfunctions

13 Techniques of Still

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Indirect, Then Direct

Technique Styles

Compression

Traction

Indications

Contraindications

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications/Precautions

14 Balanced Ligamentous Tension and Ligamentous Articular Strain Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Indirect Technique

Direct Technique

Technique Styles

Diagnosis and Treatment with Respiration

Diagnosis and Treatment with Intersegmental Motion Testing (Physician Active)

Indications

Contraindications

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications/Cautions (6)

General Considerations

General Information for All Dysfunctions

Positioning (1,6)

Treatment

15 Visceral Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Direct, Indirect, or Combined

Technique Styles

Alleviation of Somatic Dysfunction

Reflex Oriented

Myofascial Oriented

Balanced Ligamentous Tension or Ligamentous Articular Strain

Vibratory or Stimulatory Technique

Indications

Contraindications

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

16 Lymphatic Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Techniques Removing Restrictions to Lymphatic Flow

Techniques Promoting Lymphatic Flow

Technique Styles

Intrinsic Lymphatic Pump

Extrinsic Lymphatic Flow

Indications

Contraindications (3,4)

Absolute Contraindications

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

Lymphatic Treatment Protocol

17 Articulatory and Combined Techniques

Technique Principles

Technique Classification

Direct, Indirect, or Combined

Technique Styles

Rhythmic

Mixed

Indications

Contraindications (4)

General Considerations and Rules

18 Osteopathic Cranial Manipulative Medicine

Technique Principles

Flexion and Extension of the Sphenobasilar Synchondrosis

Dysfunctions of the Sphenobasilar Synchondrosis (SBS)

Torsion

Side Bending/Rotation

SBS Compression

Vertical Strains

Lateral Strains (Rotational Type)

Technique Classification

Direct Technique

Indirect Technique

Exaggeration

Disengagement

Technique Styles

Inherent Force

Respiratory Assistance

Distal Activation

Still Point

Indications (2,3)

Contraindications (2,3)

Absolute Contraindications (May Include but Not Limited to)

Relative Contraindications

General Considerations and Rules

19 Clinical Integration of Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques

Osteopathic Principles (Philosophy)

First Clinical Guideline: Presence of Somatic Dysfunction

Asymmetry

Restricted Motion

Tissue Texture Abnormalities

Tenderness

Second Clinical Guideline: Types of Somatic Dysfunction

Myofascial Dysfunction

Articular Dysfunction

Visceral Dysfunction

Acute Somatic Dysfunction

Chronic Somatic Dysfunction

Primary and Key Dysfunction

Secondary Dysfunction

Third Clinical Guideline: Sequencing the Treatment Protocol

Models of Osteopathic Care

Structural Model

Respiratory-Circulatory Model

Metabolic Model

Neurologic Model

Behavioral Model

OMT Protocol Guidelines

Clinical Conditions with Examples of OMT Protocols

Clinical Scenarios with OMT Protocol Examples

Cardiovascular

Cardiac Arrhythmias (Preference to Indirect OMT)

Congestive Heart Failure

Myocardial Infarction (Preference for Indirect or Gentle Inhibitory/Release Techniques)

Hypertension

Bronchopulmonary

COPD (Including Asthma)

Atelectasis (i.e., Postanesthesia/Postsurgical)

Bronchitis/Pneumonia

Gastrointestinal

Constipation

Diarrhea

Gastrointestinal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Neurogenic Ileus (Postoperative)—Use Techniques and Positions that Avoid Incisional Stress and Patient Discomfort!

Genitourinary/Renal

Cystitis/Interstitial Cystitis

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dysmenorrhea

Pregnancy

Neuro-Musculoskeletal

Osteoarthritis, Degenerative Disc Disease, etc. (Treatment Varies—Dependent on Location and Severity!)

Headache (Cervicogenic, Migraine, Tension, etc.) with Preference to Indirect Techniques

Acute Cervical Strain/Sprain—Begin with Indirect Techniques

Acute Lumbar Strain/Sprain—Begin with Indirect Techniques

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Index

 

An aparitie	01/08/2022
Autor	Alexander S. Nicholas, Evan A. Nicholas
Editura	LWW
Format	Paperback
ISBN	9781975127480
Limba	Engleza
Nr pag	672