Myofasical Massage

Preface vii Acknowledgments xi Reviewers xiii An Introduction to Myofascial Massage 1(10) Definitions of Myofascial Massage 2(1) The Rationale for Myofascial Massage 3(2) Objectives of the Text 5(2) The Sequencing of Chapters 7(1) Summary 8(3) PART I: THE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF MYOFASCIAL MASSAGE 11(52) The Anatomy and Physiology of Muscle Tissue 13(14) Muscle Tissue Anatomy 14(4) Muscle Tissue Physiology 18(4) The Implications of Myofascial Massage for Muscle Tissue 22(2) Summary 24(3) The Anatomy and Physiology of Connective Tissue 27(16) Connective Tissue Anatomy 28(3) Connective Tissue Physiology 31(8) The Implications of Myofascial Massage for Connective Tissue 39(1) Summary 40(3) The Anatomy and Physiology of Nerve Tissue 43(20) Nervous System Anatomy 44(8) Nervous System Physiology 52(6) The Implications of Myofascial Massage for Nerve Tissue 58(2) Summary 60(3) PART II: DIRECT METHODS USED IN MYOFASCIAL MASSAGE 63(70) Neuromuscular Approach 65(20) Myofascial Trigger Point Massage 67(5) Other Manual Neuromuscular Techniques 72(2) Neuromuscular Techniques Using Stretching with Resistance: Muscle Energy Techniques 74(3) Positioning, Draping, and Support 77(2) Treatment Planning and Decision Making 79(4) Summary 83(2) Direct Connective Tissue Approach 85(26) Components of the Direct Connective Tissue Approach 86(1) The Direct Connective Tissue Approach to Superficial Fascia 86(7) The Direct Connective Tissue Approach to Deep Fascia 93(11) Positioning, Draping, and Support 104(1) Treatment Planning and Decision Making 104(2) Summary 106(5) Hatha Yoga to Supplement Direct Methods 111(22) Background and History 112(1) Clinical Uses and Mechanism of Action 113(1) Hatha Yoga Techniques 114(12) Lessons to Learn from Hatha Yoga Practice 126(2) Summary 128(5) PART III: INDIRECT METHODS USED IN MYOFASCIAL MASSAGE 133(54) Indirect Connective Tissue Approach 135(18) Why Use an Indirect Connective Tissue Approach? 136(1) Description of the Indirect Connective Tissue Approach 137(1) Origins of and Influences on the Indirect Connective Tissue Approach 137(3) Physiological Effects of the Indirect Connective Tissue Approach 140(1) Indirect Connective Tissue Techniques 141(7) Positioning, Draping, and Support 148(1) Treatment Planning and Decision Making 148(2) Summary 150(3) Exercises to Supplement Indirect Methods 153(12) Research on Exercise and Health 154(1) Principles of Exercise Therapy 154(1) Recommendations for Using Exercise to Supplement Indirect Methods 155(7) Summary 162(3) Craniosacral Approach 165(22) Overview of the Craniosacral Approach 166(5) Craniosacral Techniques 171(9) Recommendations for Optimal Use of the Craniosacral Approach 180(3) Positioning, Draping, and Support 183(1) Treatment Planning and Decision Making 184(1) Summary 185(2) PART IV: INTEGRATING MYOFASCIAL MASSAGE INTO PRACTICE 187(16) Putting It All Together 189(14) Frequently Asked Questions 190(1) The Physical Link: Integrating Myofascial Massage Into Your Practice 191(3) The Emotional Link: Psychological Considerations 194(3) The Spiritual Link: Empowerment 197(1) The Big Picture: Speculations 198(3) Summary 201(2) Glossary 203(6) Appendix 209(2) Index 211