Exercise Prescription and the Back

by Liemohn, Wendell

ISBN13:
9780838523254
ISBN10:
0838523250
Format: Hardcover
Copyright: 2000-12-07
Publisher: MCG
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Summary

A unique manual presenting the role of exercise in the remediation and prevention of back pain. The book takes exercise physiology and applies to the back area--examining the trunk, flexibility and range of motion, aerobic conditioning, and more. Includes an introduction to aquatic therapy, therapy for spine pain, and therapeutic exercise research.

Part I: Musculoskeletal Form and Function of the Back.

Chapter 1: Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Trunk.

Chapter 2: Flexibility, Range of Motion, and Low Back Function.

Part II: Epidemiology and Diagnosis.

Chapter 3: Functional Physical Assessment for Low Back Injuries in the Athlete.

Chapter 4: Aerobic Condition and Low Back Function.

Chapter 5: Low Back Pain Incidence in Sports.

Part III: Exercise Prescription.

Chapter 6: Exercise (and Diagnosis) Protocols.

Chapter 7: The Feldenkrais and Alexander Techniques.

Chapter 8: Exercise Protocols for Low Back Pain.

Chapter 9: History and Principles of Aquatic therapy.

Chapter 10: Aquatic Exercise Therapy.

Chapter 11: Considerations for the Development of Back Extensor Muscle Strength

Chapter 12: Efficacy of Therapeutic Exercise.

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