Revised and updated: a fresh new look to this established best seller, offering unique insights into this versatile and highly effective technique in the physical therapists' toolbox. Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) is a must for any student or practitioner of physical therapy, osteopathy, physiotherapy, chiropractic, or massage therapy.
The explosion of information about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has demanded the attention of health professionals and responsible consumers, in cluding the elderly.
While evidence for the biological effects of high dilutions (above Avogadro's number) has been extensively documented since the 1980s, it seems to remain invisible to part of the global scientific community.
This book explores the field of ethnomedicine in Nigeria, documenting the plants traditionally used by the local population and the traditional beliefs around the use. It argues for a return to a community-based approach to medicine.
By recognising the components of the therapeutic work that makes the HEARTS (Hands-on, Empathy, Aromas, Relaxation, Textures and Sounds) technique effective, this book promotes peace, calm and tranquillity in palliative care settings and bridges the gaps in the choices that can be offered to patients.