{"product_id":"myofascial-release-paperback","title":"Myofascial Release - 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\u003eRuth Duncan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMyofascial Release, Second Edition With HKPropel Online Video, \u003c\/i\u003e offers a dynamic approach to fascial and soft tissue work suitable for all students embarking on a career in hands-on therapy as well as for experienced therapists looking to add skills to their treatments. Ruth Duncan, an advanced myofascial release therapist, proprietor, instructor, lecturer, national committee member and John F. Barnes protégé, shares her expertise to offer in-depth descriptions of myofascial techniques and their applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This scientifically grounded approach presents an overview of the entire fascial matrix, the three-dimensional web of tissue that supports every other structure in the body. The explanation of the anatomy and function of the connective tissue system gives practitioners the solid background needed to treat muscle injury, immobility, and pain. The book also outlines how myofascial release relates to other massage modalities, allowing therapists to incorporate a range of treatments. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Descriptions of over 60 myofascial techniques contain details on the timing, direction, and hold of each stretch as well as numerous photographs that illustrate the body and hand positions of each technique. Nuanced explanations of the unique feel of soft tissue help the therapist enhance their palpation skills. The therapist learns how to apply the best approach (cross-hand releases, longitudinal plane releases, compression releases and transverse plane releases) on specific injuries or issues. A new chapter on scar tissue details how practitioners can relieve the pain and tension common in surgical and other types of scars. The text also contains home programs that clients can use themselves between treatment sessions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eMyofascial Release, Second Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e includes special features that make this resource more effective for readers: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Full-color photos present a strong visual guide to employing each technique safely. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The photo index quickly points readers to the desired technique. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tips provide practical comments on applying the techniques. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Client Talk boxes share the author's experiences and insights on common situations. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Quick Questions at the end of each chapter test readers' knowledge of material. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e More than 20 online videos showcase visual demonstrations to help the reader learn the techniques more quickly and accurately. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Finally, the text offers insight on interacting with clients. It covers the client consultation process, how to check for contraindications and perform the visual assessment, how the client may respond to the treatment, and what the practitioner and client might feel and see during the process. Readers will conclude \u003ci\u003eMyofascial Release, Second Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e with a holistic understanding of the approach and how to apply the principles to their practice. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote: \u003c\/b\u003e A code for accessing HK\u003ci\u003ePropel\u003c\/i\u003e online video is included with all new print books.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRuth Duncan, BSc (Hons), MSMTO, MAPNT, \u003c\/b\u003e is an advanced myofascial release therapist, proprietor, instructor, guest lecturer, speaker, national committee member and writer with extensive training in a variety of approaches. She completed her advanced postgraduate training in 2004 with John F. Barnes (the world's leading authority on myofascial release) and has assisted with his seminars in the United States. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Duncan also has explored other direct and nondirect fascial approaches, including Thomas Myers' anatomy trains and myofascial meridians, Erik Dalton's myoskeletal alignment techniques and Jean-Pierre Barral's visceral manipulation. She has studied with experts on myriad topics to learn more about human anatomy, function and dysfunction, and the emotional aspects of chronic pain and healing. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Duncan graduated with honours as a clinical massage therapist from the Humanities Center School of Massage (now the Cortiva Institute) in Florida, United States. She has a diploma in sports therapy from the Society of Sports Therapists and a diploma in sports and remedial massage from the Institute of Sport and Remedial Massage. She also has a BSc in health sciences from The Open University. She has been teaching myofascial release in the United Kingdom and internationally for over 15 years.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 248\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9.9 x 7 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 November 17, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47277060718841,"sku":"9781718200715","price":79.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/H7JDuODen_9781718200715.webp?v=1768993991","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/myofascial-release-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}