{"product_id":"chaitows-muscle-energy-techniques-9780702082726","title":"Chaitow's Muscle Energy Techniques","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Sasha Chaitow\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Elsevier\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Elsevier\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Allied Health Services - Imaging Technologies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fifth edition of this well-loved manual for understanding and using Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) presents clear guidelines for their applications, resting on the newest scientific research and embedded in the framework of whole-person health care. It provides a comprehensive, evidence-based how-to guide for applying MET in the treatment of some forms of musculoskeletal dysfunction, to alleviate pain, and support functional movement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePacked with colour illustrations and complemented by more than 50 instructional videos featuring Leon Chaitow demonstrating the techniques described, \u003ci\u003eMuscle Energy Techniques 5e\u003c\/i\u003e guides the reader through both theory and practice, with an emphasis on evidence-informed clinical reasoning and application. This fifth edition reconvenes the international team of expert contributors originally selected by Leon Chaitow to present the role of METs in a range of clinical settings and scenarios. These include the use of METs for treating a wide range of acute and chronic pain conditions, prevention and management of trauma and injuries in athletes, and their successful incorporation into physiotherapy, chiropractic, osteopathic, massage therapy, and rehabilitation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew chapters and sections embed the use of METs in the biopsychosocial framework for whole-person healthcare based on the latest guidelines. Includes case studies and guidance for clinical practice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntirely new research review chapter presents the latest research findings underpinning MET methodology and develops considerations regarding evidence-informed practice with attention to current debates.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated chapter on the history of MET explains the impact of historical context on clinical practice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased emphasis on pulsed MET and updated research on the role of isotonic eccentric stretching and isometric eccentric contractions in rehabilitation, strengthening, and restoring functionality.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped section and references to fascia research and its implications for MET.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdates in all chapters prioritizing whole-person healthcare.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully updated references throughout with close cross-referencing between chapters and awareness of international context and research developments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for all professionals with an interest in manual and movement therapy, including osteopaths, physiotherapists, exercise scientists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, manual therapists, massage therapists, and personal trainers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elsevier","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45033698689175,"sku":"9780702082726","price":6119.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780702082726.webp?v=1769209690","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/chaitows-muscle-energy-techniques-9780702082726","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}