Diane Lee 'The Thorax: An Integrated Approach'
2nd Edition
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 Acute and chronic thoracic
pain is a common problem seen today. Currently, there is very little
biomechanical or clinical research available for guidance in evaluation and
treatment planning. The Thorax: An Integrated Approach presents an integrated
model (Lee & Vleeming) for understanding thoracic function. The principles
of this model are derived from lumbopelvic research and provide a foundation
from which the practicing clinician can evaluate and treat the thorax.
Included with this second edition is a CD-ROM containing video clips of the
assessment and treatment techniques as well as patient exercises (see note
below re audio). Assessment video clips include active and passive mobility and
stability techniques. New techniques are presented to analyze the force closure
mechanism (dynamic stability) of a thoracic segment. The classification of
dysfunction within the thorax has been changed to follow the integrated model
of function.
New intervention techniques are discussed and demonstrated via video clips
on the CD-ROM showing passive and active mobilization and manipulation
techniques for the thorax.
Restoring Force Closure/Motor Control of the Thorax is a new chapter
contributed by Linda-Joy Lee and contains vital information for an exercise
program aimed at stabilization of the thorax. The information is still
empirical since research is lacking in this area and comes primarily from
clinical experience. This chapter reviews the concepts of load transfer through
the body, the anatomy and function of the lumbopelvic core (Lee D G, 1999) and
the application of this protocol for stabilization of the thorax. Over 140
photographs and illustrations with detailed descriptions of specific tests and
mobility techniques. Full-motion video clips of tests, techniques and exercises
are demonstrated on the enclosed CD-ROM.
THE CD ROM IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MACINTOSH COMPUTERS
THE CD ROM IS NOT ACCOMPANIED BY AUDIO - THE INTENT IS
TO READ THE TEXT AND WATCH THE VIDEOS SIMULTANEOUSLY
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