Fundamentals of Chiropractic

1 Edición - 21 de agosto de 2003
Última edición
Autores: Daniel Redwood, Carl S. Cleveland
Idioma: Inglés

Fundamentals of Chiropractic covers basic chiropractic philosophy and history, principles and practice. In addition to covering chiropractic care techniques, this textbook also p… Leer más

Descripción

Fundamentals of Chiropractic covers basic chiropractic philosophy and history, principles and practice. In addition to covering chiropractic care techniques, this textbook also provides a section on anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology, and a section on spinal analysis and diagnostic procedures. A variety of scientific and philosophical issues within the chiropractic community are addressed in this book so that it can easily be used as a core text for several introductory courses.Fundamentals of Chiropractic retains nine core chapters from Contemporary Chiropractic (with revision) and includes 24 new chapters, all focusing on grounding the beginning student in the practice of chiropractic. Additionally, chapter authors present material in a textbook type format, clearly defining all terms, explaining and illustrating concepts, providing key terms, and writing review/critical thinking questions. Scope and content is appropriate for and specifically tailored to first and second year chiropractic students taking introductory chiropractic courses, but still appeals to the chiropractic community in general because of its diverse subjects.

Puntos claves

Topics and content parallel the test plan outlines from the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, ensuring that all material is relevant, up-to-date, and accurate.
Well-known chapter contributors - some of the most respected and influential names in the field - give the book a balanced approach, reflecting the diversity within the profession on issues related to the science and philosophy of chiropractic.
Well-referenced discussions include the most up-to-date research.
Key terms and critical thinking/review questions in each chapter familiarize the reader with important concepts and promote a solid understanding of the material.

De interès para

Primary: chiropractic students, chiropractors, other health care professionals, health care administrators
Secondary: Consumers

Índice

Part 1: HISTORY, PHILOSOPHY AND SOCIOLOGY

1. Forerunners of the Chiropractic Adjustment

2. The Chiropractic Paradigm

3. Major Themes in Chiropractic History
Part 2: ANATOMY, BIOMECHANICS AND PHYSIOLOGY

4. Spinal Anatomy

5. Spinal Neurology

6. Basic Biomechanics

7. Vertebral Subluxation

8. Neurobiologic Relations and Chiropractic Applications

9. Nociceptors, Pain, and Chiropractic
Part 3: SPINAL ANALYSIS AND DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES

10. Palpation: The Art of Manual Assessment

11. Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging
Part 4: CHIROPRACTIC CARE

12. Chiropractic Manual Procedures

13. Manual Soft Tissue Procedures

14. Reactivation and Rehabilitation

15. Pediatrics

16. Caring for the Aging Patient

17. Adjusting the Aging Patient

18. Occupational Health

19. Sports Chiropractic

20. Wellness: A Lifestyle

21. A Patient's Introduction to Chiropractic
Part 5: RESEARCH

22. Research Essentials

23. Musculoskeletal Disorders Research

24. Headaches

25. Somatovisceral Research
Part 6: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE

26. The Comparative Safety of Chiropractic

27. Chiropractic and the Law

28. Appropriate Care, Ethics and Practice Guidelines

29. Managed Care

30. Pathways for an Evolving Profession
Appendix I. Statistical Methods for Determining Reliability
Appendix II. Relative Physical Invasiveness of Selected Techniques
Appendix III. The ACC Chiropractic Paradigm
Glossary
Index

Detalles del producto

Edición: 1
Última edición
Publicado: 25 de septiembre de 2003
Idioma: Inglés

Sobre los autores

Daniel Redwood

Afiliaciones y experiencia

Private Practice, Redwood Chiropractic & Wellness, Virginia Beach, VA

Carl S. Cleveland