Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body, 2nd Edition
The science and clinical applications in manual and movement therapy
Authors :
Robert Schleip & Carla Stecco & Mark Driscoll & Peter Huijing
Date of Publication: 12/2021
The role of the fascia in musculoskeletal conditions and as a body-wide communication system is now well established. Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body constitutes the most comprehensive foundational textbook available that also provide ...view more
The role of the fascia in musculoskeletal conditions and as a body-wide communication system is now well established. Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body constitutes the most comprehensive foundational textbook available that also provides the latest research theory and science around fascia and their function.
This book is unique in offering consensus from scientists and clinicians from across the world and brings together the work of the group behind the international Fascia Research Congress. It is ideal for advanced sports physiotherapists /physical therapists, musculoskeletal/orthopaedic medicine practitioners, as well as all professionals with an interest in fascia and human movement.
The comprehensive contents lay the foundations of understanding about fascia, covering current scientific understanding of physiology and anatomy, fascial-related disorders and associated therapies, and recently developed research techniques.
The role of the fascia in musculoskeletal conditions and as a body-wide communication system is now well established. Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body constitutes the most comprehensive foundational textbook available that also provides the latest research theory and science around fascia and their function.
This book is unique in offering consensus from scientists and clinicians from across the world and brings together the work of the group behind the international Fascia Research Congress. It is ideal for advanced sports physiotherapists /physical therapists, musculoskeletal/orthopaedic medicine practitioners, as well as all professionals with an interest in fascia and human movement.
The comprehensive contents lay the foundations of understanding about fascia, covering current scientific understanding of physiology and anatomy, fascial-related disorders and associated therapies, and recently developed research techniques.
Key Features
Full colour illustrations clearly show fascia in context
New content based on latest research evidence
Critical evaluation of fascia-oriented therapies by internationally trusted experts
Chapter outlines, key points and summary features to aid navigation
Accompanying e-book version include instructional videos created by clinicians
Author Information
Edited by Robert Schleip, PhD, MA, Director Fascia Research Project, Ulm University Germany; Research Director European Rolfing Association; Director Deutche Gesellschaft fur Myofascial Release; Registered Naturopath, Certified Rolfing & Feldenkrais Teacher; Carla Stecco, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon; Professor of Human Anatomy and Movement Science, University of Padua, Italy; Mark Driscoll, Eng, PhD, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, McGill University; Canada NSERC Chair Design Engineering for Interdisciplinary Innovation of Medical Technologies; Director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Lab at McGill University; Co-director of the Orthopaedic Research Lab, Montreal General Hospital; Associate member, Biomedical Engineering, McGill University; Professional Engineer with the Order of Engineers of Quebec, Canada and Peter Huijing, PhD, Professor of Biomechanics and Physiology, Research Instituut MOVE, Faculteit Bewegingswetenschappen, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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https://www.uk.elsevierhealth.com/fascia-the-tensional-network-of-the-human-body-9780702071836.html224359Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Bodyhttps://www.uk.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/9/7/9780702071836.jpg35.9947.99GBPInStock/Health Professions/Physiotherapy/Health Professions/Sports Medicine/Health Professions/Manual Therapy/Health Professions/Massage Therapy/Students/Physical and occupational therapy/Books100371007410070104601053352550391745310036105145145120<P>The role of the fascia in musculoskeletal conditions and as a body-wide communication system is now well established. <I>Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body</I> constitutes the most comprehensive foundational textbook available that also provides the latest research theory and science around fascia and their function. </P>
<P>This book is unique in offering consensus from scientists and clinicians from across the world and brings together the work of the group behind the international Fascia Research Congress. It is ideal for advanced sports physiotherapists /physical therapists, musculoskeletal/orthopaedic medicine practitioners, as well as all professionals with an interest in fascia and human movement.</P>
<P>The comprehensive contents lay the foundations of understanding about fascia, covering current scientific understanding of physiology and anatomy, fascial-related disorders and associated therapies, and recently developed research techniques. </P> <P>The role of the fascia in musculoskeletal conditions and as a body-wide communication system is now well established. <I>Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body</I> constitutes the most comprehensive foundational textbook available that also provides the latest research theory and science around fascia and their function. </P>
<P>This book is unique in offering consensus from scientists and clinicians from across the world and brings together the work of the group behind the international Fascia Research Congress. It is ideal for advanced sports physiotherapists /physical therapists, musculoskeletal/orthopaedic medicine practitioners, as well as all professionals with an interest in fascia and human movement.</P>
<P>The comprehensive contents lay the foundations of understanding about fascia, covering current scientific understanding of physiology and anatomy, fascial-related disorders and associated therapies, and recently developed research techniques. </P>00add-to-cart97807020718362021ProfessionalEdited by Robert Schleip, PhD, MA, Carla Stecco, MD, Mark Driscoll, Eng, PhD and Peter Huijing, PhD20212Book191w x 235h (7.50" x 9.25")Approx. 332 illustrations (332 in full color)Elsevier74414 Dec 2021IN STOCKEdited by <STRONG>Robert Schleip</STRONG>, PhD, MA, Director Fascia Research Project, Ulm University Germany; Research Director European Rolfing Association; Director Deutche Gesellschaft fur Myofascial Release; Registered Naturopath, Certified Rolfing & Feldenkrais Teacher; <STRONG>Carla Stecco</STRONG>, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon; Professor of Human Anatomy and Movement Science, University of Padua, Italy; <STRONG>Mark Driscoll</STRONG>, Eng, PhD, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, McGill University; Canada NSERC Chair Design Engineering for Interdisciplinary Innovation of Medical Technologies; Director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Lab at McGill University; Co-director of the Orthopaedic Research Lab, Montreal General Hospital; Associate member, Biomedical Engineering, McGill University; Professional Engineer with the Order of Engineers of Quebec, Canada and <STRONG>Peter Huijing</STRONG>, PhD, Professor of Biomechanics and Physiology, Research Instituut MOVE, Faculteit Bewegingswetenschappen, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsBooksNoNoNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
