Main description:

FIVE STARS from Doody's Star Ratings (TM)

This step-by-step instruction manual with videos introduces a spectrum of osteopathic manipulative techniques incorporating principles of psychomotor learning that enable optimal skill acquisition during both independent and supervised practice. Introductory chapters contain historical and essential concepts for performing osteopathic manipulative techniques including somatic dysfunction diagnosis. Each technique chapter includes pertinent background and summary concepts, key features of somatic dysfunction diagnosis, an end-goal focus for performing the technique, relevant anatomic image(s), and performance steps to foster knowledge retention.

Key Highlights

Online access to 160 technique video demonstrations
High quality illustrations that reinforce anatomy
Psychomotor skills learning and assessment strategies
Nearly 100 self-study/review questions in multiple choice format, also accessible via WinkingSkull.com

This evidence-based manual for learning manipulation treatment is the must-have tool for all osteopathic medical students and residents.

Contents:

1 Osteopathic Concepts and Learning Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

2 Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Overview

3 Osteopathic Screening Exams

4 Somatic Dysfunction Diagnosis

5 Soft Tissue Techniques

6 Myofascial Release Techniques

7 Lymphatic Techniques

8 Indirect Techniques

9 Articulatory Techniques

10 Challenge the Barrier Techniques

11 Muscle Energy Techniques

12 High Velocity, Low Amplitude Thrust Techniques

13 Osteopathic Cranial Manipulative Medicine Techniques

14 Visceral Techniques

15 Counterstrain Techniques