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Back Stability: Integrating Science and Therapy, Second Edition
Back Stability is designed to help practitioners recognize and manage back conditions using proven clinical approaches to stabilize the spine. More than just another sequence of back exercises, this text provides a theoretical foundation that will guide you in selecting the most effective exercises for each client and integrating them into a complete program to offer the best possible care in back health.
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Books by Christopher Norris |
Stretching for RunningBased on the hugely successful Complete Guide to Stretching,this new series from Chris Norris is a sport-specific three-phaseprogramme of stretching, from beginner level, through intermediatestretches, to advanced dynamic development. Chris introduces the bookwith some advice on self-assessment and warm-ups, and at the end of thebook there is a training log to assess development and a handy sectionon treating injuries encountered in running. With stretches illustrated with full-colour photography, and in a handy training bag-sized format, Stretching for Running is your ideal running partner. | |
Stretching for Racquet SportsBased on the hugely successful Complete Guide to Stretching,this new series from Chris Norris is a sport-specific three-phaseprogramme of stretching, from beginner level, through intermediatestretches, to advanced dynamic development. Chris introduces the bookwith some advice on self-assessment and warm-ups, and at the end of thebook there is a training log to assess development and a handy sectionon treating injuries encountered in racquet sports. With stretches illustrated with full-colour photography, and in a handy sports bag-sized format, Stretching for Racquet Sports is your ideal partner on court. | |
Body ToningThe essential reference for all those using gym-based exercises. Bodytoning explains the principles of training preparation, body fuel systems, how muscles work and factors affecting body shape. The reader is then taken through a series of exercises adaptable for all levels of ability working with weight training machines, barbells, dumbells, bands, gymballs and stretches.With an emphasis on safety throughout, Bodytoning offers clear and comprehensive illustrations, full colour pictures, up to date background information and cutting edge training programmes. In addition to basic programmes, you will find information on core stability, power, speed, stretching and specific programmes for target populations including back pain, pregnancy, circulatory problems and general aches and pains. With its science based, cutting edge approach Bodytoning is a must for today’s gym user. 216 pages - 260 full colour photo - 45 line drawings £ 17.99 | |
AcupunctureLinks practical physiotherapy techniques with acupuncture. Principles of TCM/The Zang Fu organs/Meridians/Acupuncture and Pain Relief/Acupuncture Points/Patient Questioning and Poin Selection/Acupuncture Treatment Methods/Treatment Protocols for the lower limb, upper limb, back and trunk. 2001, 192 pages. Heinemann | |
Acupuncture PocketbookA handy point location reference for the busy practitioner. Details the most commonly used acupuncture points, using clear colour line drawings throughout. Over 188 separate points are shown, with anatomical location, uses and needling methods. Important surface anatomy relations are clearly illustrated, and points are shown in regions for ease of selection. At the end of the book, tables list point categories. A general index is provided together with a separate points index. Tabs at the page edges make point finding easy, and the book comes in a high quality satin finish paper for durability. | |
Sports Injuries (3rd edition)Updated and extended, the 3rd edition of Sports Injuries provides the most comprehensive single source for the management of soft tissue injuries. Written for clarity and divided into 20 chapters this new edition provides a balance of scientific information and clinical guidance, emphasizing an evidence based approach. Biomechanics/healing/sports massage/taping/exercise therapy/first aid/gait/lower limb/upper limb/trunk. 2004. Hardback 476 pages, 571 line figs and photographs. 2 colour throughout. Butterworth Heineman. | |
Back StabilityBased on Chris Norris popular 3 day course this book describes a muscle balance approach to rehabilitation of the spine. - Biomechanics/stabilisation mechanisms/posture/muscle imbalance/abdominal training/establishing stability/advanced training/building a program/preventing re-injury. 2000, 272 pages, 251 figs, Hardback. Human Kinetics. | |
Abdominal TrainingThe 2nd edition of this best selling book, which has become the definitive guide to safe effective development of the trunk muscles. - How the spine works/concepts of abdominal training/posture/diet/trunk exercise dangers/foundation movements exercise progressions/ab training in sport and water/abdominal muscle research/ developing programmes.2001. 166 pages, 108 figures.Abdominal training Book & Video packageA package combining the Abdominal training book (£11.99) with the abdominal training video (£14.99). SAVE £10.99 ON SEPARATE PRICES!! £ 15.99Please ring 0161 972 0512 for more details, or contact us. | |
Complete Guide to Stretching (3rd edition)For its 3rd edition (2007) the complete guide to stretching has been expanded and fully updated. Full colour photographs and live models are now used for each exercise and 157 exercises are featured. The book has 248 pages divided into three main sections: scientific principles, exercise description and practical application. Each section is colour coded for easy identification. There are 17 chapters with 80 colour line figures and 17 detailed tables.In section (i) biomechanics, joint structure and function, muscle action, posture and stretching research are fully covered. Section (ii) details beginner, intermediate and advanced stretches. Partner and dynamic stretching is covered with new material describing stretching to nerves and fascia- a vital part of rehabilitation. Part (ii) details stretching and trigger points, measuring flexibility, stretching and sports injuries and sport-specific stretching. RRP £15.99 |
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