Therapeutic stretching /
Jane Johnson.
- Leeds : Human Kinetics, 2012.
- 168 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
- Hands-on guides for therapists .
- Hands-on guides for therapists. .
Introduction to therapeutic stretching -- Preparing for stretching -- Active and passive stretching -- Advanced forms of stretching -- Stretching the lower limb -- Stretching the upper limb -- Stretching the trunk -- Prone stretching routine -- Supine stretching routine -- Seated stretching routine.
Covering all forms of stretches for able-bodied, injured and selected special populations, this book is a comprehensive resource for both practitioners and students of massage therapy, osteopathy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation and personal training.
Stretching exercises. Musculoskeletal system--Diseases--Exercise therapy Sports training & coaching Health, relationships & personal development Health and Wellbeing. Muscle Stretching Exercises. Musculoskeletal Diseases--rehabilitation Physical Therapy Modalities.