Therapeutic Stretching: Towards a Functional Approach, 1e

Therapeutic Stretching: Towards a Functional Approach, 1e, 9780702043185 (0702043184), Churchill Livingstone, 2013

"This is a highly enjoyable and well presented book that I recommend for any clinician from student to experienced practitioner. It is suitable for all physiotherapists, manual therapists, sports physiotherapists/therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports scientists, athletes and patients who would like to understand, recover and improve their range and ease of movement."

Jimmy Reynolds, Head of Sports Medicine - Academy, Ipswich Town Football Club, Oct 14

Helps transform thinking about the therapeutic value of stretching and how it is best applied in the clinical setting
Examines the difference between therapeutic and recreational stretching
Focuses on the use of stretching in conditions where individuals experience a loss in range of movement (ROM)
Explores what makes stretching effective, identifying behaviour as a main driving force for adaptive changes
Discusses the experience of pain, sensitization and pain tolerance in relation to stretching and ROM recovery
Contains over 150 photographs and 45 minutes of video describing this new revolutionary approach
Applicable to a variety of perspectives including osteopathy, chiropractic, physical therapy, sports and personal trainers
Ideal for experienced practitioners as well as those taking undergraduate and postgraduate courses

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