{"product_id":"muscle-energy-techniques-second-edition-a-practical-guide-for-physical-therapists-paperback","title":"Muscle Energy Techniques, Second Edition: A Practical Guide for Physical Therapists - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJohn Gibbons\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe essential manual for Muscle Energy Techniques (METs), revised and updated--with new insights, advanced MET applications, and guidance on assessing, treating, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal dysfunctions and sports injuries \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIncludes step-by-step instructions, 200+ photos, and worksheets for postural assessment and muscle weakness \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis practical guide--packed with full-color photographs and anatomical illustrations--explains the foundational theory of MET and offers hands-on instruction for treating a range of musculoskeletal conditions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStructured in 5 parts, this book shows practitioners how to work different techniques on key muscle groups in the upper and lower body, trunk, and pelvis. Specific applications and topics explored include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLengthening techniques for the shoulder complex: pecs, abductors, and extensors\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing and understanding muscle weakness in the pectorals, IT band, TFL, gluteals, and more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning the core 5-5-5 approach\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-help MET exercises that anyone can perform anytime, anywhere, without special equipment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercises for restoring tone, strengthening muscles, boosting mobility, reducing pain, and increasing joint function\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA must-have for any student or practitioner of physical therapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, massage, or bodywork, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eMuscle Energy Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is designed to help readers expand their clinical skills, enhance patients' treatment outcomes, and apply versatile, evidence-based manual therapy practices.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJOHN GIBBONS is a registered sports osteopath, multi-published author and lecturer for the Bodymaster Method (R). He specializes in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of sport-related injuries, specifically for the University of Oxford sports teams. Having lectured in the field of sports medicine and physical therapy since 1999, John delivers advanced therapy training to qualified professionals throughout the UK and internationally. He has written over 45 articles on various aspects of physical therapy, which have been published through companies like SportEx, Federation of Holistic Therapies, Massage World, Positive Health and Sports Injury Bulletin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 9.7 x 7.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 21, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50333090119917,"sku":"9781623177874","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/8918\/9441\/files\/DgEUsfqrob9781623177874.webp?v=1784977280","url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/en-au\/products\/muscle-energy-techniques-second-edition-a-practical-guide-for-physical-therapists-paperback","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}