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Ruth Duncan

Myofascial Release

Ruth Duncan

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Human Kinetics
17 November 2021
Sports injuries & medicine; Therapy & therapeutics; Physiotherapy; Rehabilitation; Complementary medicine
Myofascial Release, Second Edition With HKPropel Online Video, offers a dynamic approach to fascial and soft tissue work suitable for all students embarking on a career in hands-on therapy as well as for experienced therapists looking to add skills to their treatments. Ruth Duncan, an advanced myofascial release therapist, proprietor, instructor, lecturer, national committee member and John F. Barnes protege, shares her expertise to offer in-depth descriptions of myofascial techniques and their applications.

This scientifically grounded approach presents an overview of the entire fascial matrix, the three-dimensional web of tissue that supports every other structure in the body. The explanation of the anatomy and function of the connective tissue system gives practitioners the solid background needed to treat muscle injury, immobility, and pain. The book also outlines how myofascial release relates to other massage modalities, allowing therapists to incorporate a range of treatments.

Descriptions of over 60 myofascial techniques contain details on the timing, direction, and hold of each stretch as well as numerous photographs that illustrate the body and hand positions of each technique. Nuanced explanations of the unique feel of soft tissue help the therapist enhance their palpation skills. The therapist learns how to apply the best approach (cross-hand releases, longitudinal plane releases, compression releases and transverse plane releases) on specific injuries or issues. A new chapter on scar tissue details how practitioners can relieve the pain and tension common in surgical and other types of scars. The text also contains home programs that clients can use themselves between treatment sessions.

Myofascial Release, Second Edition, includes special features that make this resource more effective for readers:

Full-color photos present a strong visual guide to employing each technique safely. The photo index quickly points readers to the desired technique. Tips provide practical comments on applying the techniques. Client Talk boxes share the author's experiences and insights on common situations. Quick Questions at the end of each chapter test readers' knowledge of material. More than 20 online videos showcase visual demonstrations to help the reader learn the techniques more quickly and accurately.

Finally, the text offers insight on interacting with clients. It covers the client consultation process, how to check for contraindications and perform the visual assessment, how the client may respond to the treatment, and what the practitioner and client might feel and see during the process. Readers will conclude Myofascial Release, Second Edition, with a holistic understanding of the approach and how to apply the principles to their practice.

CE exam available! For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. Myofascial Release, Second Edition, Online CE Exam may be purchased separately or as part of the Myofascial Release, Second Edition, With CE Exam package that includes both the book and the exam.

Note: A code for accessing HKPropel online video is included with all new print books.
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Imprint:   Human Kinetics
Country of Publication:   United States
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Height: 254mm,  Width: 178mm, 
Weight:   612g
ISBN:   9781718200715
ISBN 10:   1718200714
Pages:   248
Publication Date:  
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Part I. Getting Started With Myofascial Release Chapter 1. Introduction to Myofascial Release Elements of Fascia Conditions That Affect Fascia Myofascial Release Concepts MFR Versus Other Massage Modalities Benefits of MFR MFR Treatment Sessions Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 2. Initial Assessment Client Consultation Medical History Physical Assessment Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 3. Preparation and Communication Contraindications Equipment and Room Preparation Correct Body Mechanics Mental Preparation Therapist and Client Communication Effects of and Responses to MFR Closing Remarks Quick Questions Part II. MFR Applications Chapter 4. Palpatory and Physical Assessments Palpatory Assessment Tissue Mobility and Glide Traction and Compression Skin Rolling Rebounding Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 5. MFR Technique Approaches How to Apply Every MFR Technique Cross-Hand Releases Longitudinal Plane Releases Compression Releases Transverse Plane Releases Scar Tissue and Adhesion Management Myofascial Mobilisations Combining Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Part III. Applying MFR Techniques Chapter 6. Cross-Hand Release Approaches Leg Techniques Arm Techniques Torso Techniques Head and Neck Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 7. Longitudinal Plane Releases Supine Pulls Prone Pulls Bilateral Pulls Oppositional and Side-Lying Pulls Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 8. Compression Releases Soft Tissue Compression Techniques Joint Compression Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 9. Transverse Plane Releases Pelvic Floor Techniques Respiratory Diaphragm Techniques Thoracic Inlet Techniques Transverse Plane Techniques at Joints Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 10. Scar Tissue and Adhesion Management Scar Tissue Techniques Stacking the Position of Ease Techniques Direct Scar Tissue Release Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 11. Myofascial Mobilisation Applying Myofascial Mobilization Myofascial Mobilization Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Part IV. MFR Programs and Management Chapter 12. Combined Techniques and Taking MFR Further Myofascial Position of Ease Techniques Combining Techniques Closing Remarks Quick Questions Chapter 13. MFR Treatment Approaches Individual Treatment Approaches Intensive Treatment Approaches Multi-Therapist Treatment Approaches Home Programmes Closing Remarks Quick Questions Answers to Quick Questions References Photo Index

Ruth Duncan, BSc (Hons), MSMTO, MAPNT, is an advanced myofascial release therapist, proprietor, instructor, guest lecturer, speaker, national committee member and writer with extensive training in a variety of approaches. She completed her advanced postgraduate training in 2004 with John F. Barnes (the world’s leading authority on myofascial release) and has assisted with his seminars in the United States. Duncan also has explored other direct and nondirect fascial approaches, including Thomas Myers’ anatomy trains and myofascial meridians, Erik Dalton’s myoskeletal alignment techniques and Jean-Pierre Barral’s visceral manipulation. She has studied with experts on myriad topics to learn more about human anatomy, function and dysfunction, and the emotional aspects of chronic pain and healing. Duncan graduated with honours as a clinical massage therapist from the Humanities Center School of Massage (now the Cortiva Institute) in Florida, United States. She has a diploma in sports therapy from the Society of Sports Therapists and a diploma in sports and remedial massage from the Institute of Sport and Remedial Massage. She also has a BSc in health sciences from The Open University. She has been teaching myofascial release in the United Kingdom and internationally for over 15 years.

Reviews for Myofascial Release

""" The only other book I have seen of this caliber regarding myofascial release was the previous edition printed in 2014. This edition has outdone the previous edition, with the whole-person thinking now applied to myofascial release."" © Doody’s Review Service, 2022, RondaKae Vainikka, AAS, CNMT, BCTMB, Northwestern Health Sciences University (4-star review)"


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