Sharon Gustowski

Osteopathic Techniques

The resources in this book are a good blend and represent a useful resource for osteopathy practitioners and students learning and enhancing their skills. -- Physical Therapy in SportFIVE STARS from Doody's Star RatingsTM...a masterful book that clearly delineates the philosophy and the skills that comprise osteopathic manipulative medicine. -- Doody's Book Review (Score: 97)A robust multimedia tool for learning osteopathic manipulative techniquesThis step-by-step instruction manual with videos introduces a spectrum of osteopathic manipulative techniques incorporating principles of psychomotor learning that enable optimal skill acquisition during both independent and supervised practice. Introductory chapters contain historical and essential concepts for performing osteopathic manipulative techniques including somatic dysfunction diagnosis. Each technique chapter includes pertinent background and summary concepts, key features of somatic dysfunction diagnosis, an end-goal focus for performing the technique, relevant anatomic image(s), and performance steps to foster knowledge retention.Key Highlights Online access to 160 technique video demonstrationsHigh quality illustrations that reinforce anatomyPsychomotor skills learning and assessment strategiesNearly 100 self-study/review questions in multiple choice format, also accessible online This evidence-based manual for learning manipulation treatment is the must-have tool for all osteopathic medical students and residents.This print book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.