DRY NEEDLING FOR MANUAL THERAPISTS Points, Techniques and Treatments, Including Electroacupuncture and Advanced Tendon Techniques

• Main Authors: Gyer, Giles (Author), Michael, Jimmy (Author), Tolson, Ben (Author)
• Format: Manuscript Book
• Language: English
• Published: London Philadelphia Singing Dragon 2016
• Subjects: Acupuncture Therapy; Acupuncture > methods; Pain Management
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• Physical Description: 315 pages color illustrations 26 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and indexes
• ISBN: 9781848192553; 184819255X

Designed to be a go-to reference for assessment and treatment planning in the clinic, this is a clear and concise handbook for students and practitioners of dry needling, or medical acupuncture. It includes: · Comprehensive medical illustrations demonstrating trigger point locations and associated pain referral patterns · Easy-to-follow instructions and photographs demonstrating musculoskeletal dry needling points and electroacupuncture techniques · Dedicated section on the acupuncture treatment of tendinopathy · Vital information on palpation and correct needling techniques · Practical guidance on best practice, safety and treatment planning · Overviews of the history and key principles of Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture · Up-to-date research on the effect of acupuncture in the treatment of MSK conditions, myofascial pain, trigger points (MTrPS), fascia and pain