OPTP Thrust Joint Manipulation Skills For The Spine Book

Features

• Manipulations that are discussed and demonstrated include:
- Proper clinician stance
- Proper use of core and larger muscles
- Speed, amplitude, and palpation
- Patient position, direction of movement
- Fluid body movement and control 
• Written by: Emilio Puentedura and William O’Grady

More Information

1. The history of thrust joint manipulation as a practice 
2. Scientific studies that reveal support for, and against, thrust joint manipulation
3. Clinical reasoning for when and why to use thrust joint techniques in the spine
4. Clinical examination and physical tests that should be done prior to manipulation
5. Drills to develop speed, proper use of the muscles, effective stance and palpation