Il testo ha l'obiettivo di aiutare a identificare le disfunzioni correlate alla fascia e di implementare le loro conoscenze, illustrando le tecniche e gli approcci di trattamento più accreditati. Le modalità di valutazione e le manualità descritte permetteranno di orientarsi nella scelta della tecnica più appropriata. Da sempre la terapia manuale si è interessata al trattamento dei tessuti molli. La fascia, tra questi, è attualmente riconosciuta come una delle principali sedi di dolore, causa di riduzione della mobilità e di disfunzioni muscoloscheletriche. Questi sintomi vengono efficacemente alleviati trattando i tessuti fasciali. Dalla ricerca sono emerse evidenze scientifiche estremamente importanti che forniscono una maggior comprensione delle caratteristiche della funzione fasciale, offrendo spunti rispetto ai meccanismi che supportano gli aspetti intrinseci dell'autoregolazione. Questa seconda edizione presenta molte novità relative all'aspetto fondamentale del dosaggio nell'applicazione delle terapie manuali e di movimento nella gestione delle disfunzioni fasciali.

A 10-point program to naturally treat yeast overgrowth, the root cause of countless chronic ailments

• Details a proven anti-Candida diet, enzymes and herbs to support it, detox methods, and immune-boosting strategies to rebuild and prevent future Candida overgrowth

• Explains how antibiotics, antacids, contraceptive pills, and steroids as well as a sugar-rich diet lead to Candida overgrowth within the body

• Reveals how Candida can contribute to a wide variety of physical and mental problems, from depression to irritable bowel syndrome and fibromyalgia

The yeast Candida albicans lives inside every one of us. Normally it presents no problems, but today’s widespread use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, antacids, contraceptive pills, and steroids, as well as the all-too-common sugar-rich diet, can lead to a proliferation of this parasitic yeast within the body. Often overlooked by doctors, overgrowth of Candida has been linked to a wide variety of physical and mental problems such as:

• depression 
• heartburn 
• 'brain fog' 
• muscular pain 
• anxiety 
• irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) 
• allergies 
• menstrual problems 
• irritability 
• acne 
• fibromyalgia 
• bloating and constipation 
• chronic fatigue 
• migraine 
• cystitis 
• and more . . . 

Using the latest research and his decades of clinical experience, Dr. Leon Chaitow explains how to recognize if yeast is your problem and offers a 10-point program for getting it back under control. He reveals how Candida overgrowth occurs and its connection to many common health problems. He explores how to control Candida naturally with enzymes and herbs as well as detailing a sugar-eliminating anti-Candida diet to “starve” existing yeast overgrowth in the body. He explains the importance of probiotics and bitters and how antibiotic treatment as well as inflammation disturbs the balance of normal “friendly” intestinal bacteria, allowing Candida to colonize the gut.

Offering strategies for detoxing after controlling Candida and reducing inflammation, Dr. Chaitow also highlights the importance of rebuilding the immune system to enhance health and help prevent future Candida imbalances.

Do you remember the last time you had the flu--the aches, pains, stiffness, headache, lethargy, inability to concentrate, discomfort and sheer unpleasantness from it? Imagine having the flu all the time--for months or years--now you have an idea of what fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) can be like. As one of those misunderstood and often overlooked syndromes, its primary symptoms are similar to those of other illnesses. Sufferers experience widespread muscle pain, chronic fatigue, disturbed sleep, bowel disorders, headaches, anxiety, PMS, and more.

Leon Chaitow, one of the leading experts on FMS, evaluates the most common treatments for fibromyalgia, including massage and bodywork, hydrotherapy, hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, acupuncture, skin brushing, homeopathy, nutrition, antioxidants and other supplements, and relaxation techniques, and advises on what works and what doesn't.

Fibromyalgia and Muscle Pain is a practical guide that contains a range of self-tests and checklists to help pinpoint symptoms, and it arms the patient with all of the necessary information they need to take charge of the process that can help restore them to good health.

A two part text on fascia and how to treat disorders of its function. Section 1: Fascial Foundations provides a summary of the latest understanding relating to the anatomy and physiology of fascia including an exploration of what can go wrong. It reviews the latest research findings and hypotheses. Containing 4 chapters written by the Editor, Leon Chaitow it also includes a chapter by Thomas Myers on Global Postural Assessment. Section 2 : Selected Fascial Modalities presents 15 chapters each addressing a different therapeutic approach to the treatment of fascia dysfunction. Each of these chapters is written by a different internationally respected and well-known clinical expert in the modality discussed. The complete book therefore proves a compilation of fascia related/directed techniques (including to the treatment of scars), that builds on a background of what is now known or hypothesised on in relation to fascial dysfunction and its repercussions for physical activity. • Compiled and edited by an internationally respected author, practitioner and teacher.• Constructed in 2 distinct sections to cover (1) the necessary background research and knowledge base and (2) the most effective manual therapy approaches for restoring or improving fascial function • Includes 16 chapters contributed by clinical experts in different therapy approaches to managing fascia dysfunction.• The therapies discussed are all supported by research and relevant clinical evidence is summarised for each modality.• All the clinical chapters are written in a similar format making it easy to dip into. • All chapters are fully referenced.• Brings together contributions from some of the best known practitioners and authors in the field • Highly illustrated with black and white photographs and line drawings and a colour plate section to illustrate key anatomy. Section A. The first 4 chapters will be tightly written with photos and drawings to illustrate the anatomy/physiology etc.

Compiled by experts of international renown, Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body brings together very different contributors who share the desire to bridge the gap between theory and practice as much as possible in our current knowledge of the human fascia. With contributions from over 100 specialists and researchers from throughout the world, this new volume will be ideal for all professionals who have an interest in fascia and human movement - physiotherapists, osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, chiropractors, structural integration practitioners, manual therapists, massage therapists, acupuncturists, yoga or Pilates instructors, exercise scientists and personal trainers - as well as physicians involved with musculoskeletal medicine, pain management and rehabilitation, and basic scientists working in the field.

• Reflects the efforts of almost 100 scientists and clinicians from throughout the world
• Offers comprehensive coverage ranging from anatomy and physiology, clinical conditions and associated therapies, to recently developed research techniques
• Explores the role of fascia as a bodywide communication system
• Presents the latest information available on myofascial force transmission which helps establish a scientific basis for given clinical experiences
• Explores the importance of fascia as a sensory organ - for example, its important proprioceptive and nociceptive functions which have implications for the generation of low back pain
• Describes new imaging methods which confirm the connectivity of organs and tissues
• Designed to organize relevant information for professionals involved in the therapeutic manipulation of the body's connective tissue matrix (fascia) as well as for scientists involved in basic science research
• Reflects the increasing need for information about the properties of fascia, particularly for osteopaths, massage therapists, physiotherapists and other complementary health care professionals
• Offers new insights on the fascial related foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridians and the fascial effects of acupuncture

Edited by Leon Chaitow and Ruth Lovegrove, this clearly written and fully illustrated multi-contributor volume offers practical, comprehensive coverage of the subject area accompanied by a range of video clips on a bonus DVD. Covering all aspects of current diagnosis and management, this new book is suitable for physiotherapists, osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, medical pain specialists, urologists, urogynaecologists, chiropractors, manual therapists, acupuncturists, massage therapists and naturopaths worldwide.

• Offers practical, validated, and clinically relevant information to all practitioners and therapists working in the field
• Edited by two acknowledged experts in the field of pelvic pain to complement each other's approach and understanding of the disorders involved
• Carefully prepared by a global team of clinically active and research oriented contributors to provide helpful and clinically relevant information
• Abundant use of pull-out boxes, line artwork, photographs and tables facilitates ease of understanding
• Contains an abundance of clinical cases to ensure full understanding of the topics explored
• Focuses on the need for an integrated approach to patient care
• Includes an appendix based on recent European Guidelines regarding the nature of the condition(s) and of the multiple aetiological and therapeutic models associated with them
• Contains a bonus DVD presenting film clips of the manual therapy, biofeedback and rehabilitation techniques involved

The founder for the book has been laid over the last 15 years starting with Robert Becker documenting the bioelectric nature of the human body in 'The Body Electric' and continuing with authors such as James Oschman, PhD describing the biophysics of energy medicine in 'Energy Medicine, The Scientific Basis'.

Frequency-specific microcurrent in pain management describes the origins, mechanisms, beneficial applications and practical details of frequency specific therapy-a treatment technique that uses frequencies, micro amperage current and the principles of biological resonance to treat pain and a wide range of medical conditions.

-It includes condition-specific frequency protocols for the treatment of various pain complaints, and multi-center clinical case reports documenting successful application of the technique.

-Each section includes a review of condition pathophysiology and differential diagnosis, plus current research.

-A DVD features a lecture from the author, PowerPoint teaching slides, practical demonstrations of techniques, fully searchable text and downloadable images from the book.

Back Pain: a movement problem is a practical manual to assist all students and clinicians concerned with the evaluation, diagnosis and management of the movement related problems seen in those with spinal pain disorders. It offers an integrative model of posturomovement dysfunction which describes the more commonly observed features and related key patterns of altered control. This serves as a framework, guiding the practitioner's assessment of the individual patient.

• Examines aspects of motor control and functional movement in the spine, its development, and explores probable reasons why it is altered in people with back pain
• Maps the more common clinical patternsof presentation in those with spinal pain and provides a simple clinical classification system based upon posturomovement impairments
• Integrates contemporary science with the insights of extensive clinical practice
• Integrates manual and exercise therapy and provides guiding principles for more rational therapeutic interventions:


• which patterns of movement in general need to be encouraged
• which to lessen and how to do so
• Abundantly illustrated to present concepts and to illustrate the difference between so-called normal and dysfunctrional presentations
• Written by a practitioner for practitioners

Fully updated and revised Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders. Recent research into the physiological effects of massage has strengthened the justification for its use in the treatment of soft-tissue pain and injury conditions. Orthopedic soft-tissue problems are common among the general population, whether from sports, occupational activities, or chronic pain. This text presents a comprehensive and in-depth look at the physiological nature of these conditions and the massage treatments most effective for their relief. A particular contribution this text makes is its validation for the role of massage in treating orthopedic conditions. In addition, it aims to help the clinician understand the relationship between the soft tissues to which they apply their techniques and the overall orthopedic disorder affecting their clients. Although written chiefly for massage practitioners, the lessons it teaches are relevant to any practitioner who is concerned with the treatment of soft-tissue injuries.

• Includes detailed technical information, extensive illustrations, and reliable reference material essential to everyday practice.
• Provides a comprehensive approach to treatment of common soft tissue pain and injury.
• Explains common orthopedic problems in detail, addressing biomechanics, kinesiology, and anatomy.
• Provides an in-depth discussion of the physiologic rationale for soft tissue treatments and explains those most effective for each condition.
• Integrates treatment approaches from across the field and gives detailed, easy-to-follow steps for their application.
• Compares traditional treatments with soft tissue manipulation for each problem discussed.
• Clearly links anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics with clinical practice.
• Designed for quick and easy reference with more than 200 high-quality full colour illustrations and numerous photos of treatment techniques.
• New clinical case studies and tips illustrate the techniques discussed.

• Now presented in full colour.
• New step-by-step photographs depict the techniques described in full detail.
• Increased artwork and photographs make learning more visual.
• Case studies demonstrate techniques and managment in clinical practice
  Clincal hints and tips throughout.
• Greater guidance in treatment strategies to include 'Treatment Approaches' and 'Rehabilitation Protocol Considerations'.

Diversi fattori di origine traumatica, posturale, ma anche psicosomatica, possono disturbare il delicato equilibrio dei tessuti molli e del sistema scheletrico. Con il tempo, questo squilibrio può dare origine a dolori, mancanza di energia, disturbi cardiovascolari, ipertensione... Lo scopo di questo libro è di fornire una conoscenza operativa della massoterapia neuromuscolare, una tecnica osteopatica che può essere usata a fini sia diagnostici sia terapeutici, da affiancare e integrare con altri metodi di cura per trattare a fondo i problemi che riguardano la relazione tra struttura scheletrica e tessuti molli.

Il dolore è un segnale d'allarme, fastidioso ma indispensabile: il nostro corpo ci comunica che qualcosa non va. Ma quando il dolore diventa cronico può a sua volta causare danni alla salute, fisica e mentale. Il volume intende aiutare a combattere, o almeno alleviare, mal di schiena, mal di denti, mal di testa, mal d'orecchi, mal di gola, male agli occhi, dolori mestruali, dolori muscolari, dolori renali, ecc. Le tecniche presentate comprendono: massaggi, idroterapia, aromaterapia, floriterapia, fitoterapia, agopressione, omeopatia, rilassamento, alimentazione.

This comprehensive guide for health practitioners covers all aspects of amino acid therapy and lists conditions which are particularly responsive to such treatment. Includes information on: 
     Amino acid profiles 
     Why individual requirements differ  
     Amino acids and protein 
     Amino acids and the body cycles  
     Disorders of amino acid metabolism
     Conditions suitable for amino acid therapy