Fully updated throughout, this popular book explains the history, rationale, and detailed descriptions of the class of soft tissue manipulation methods known collectively as NMT techniques. Complete with accompanying website - www.chaitowonline.com - which contains film sequences of the author demonstrating the techniques, this book will be ideal for bodyworkers and acupuncturists in Europe, the USA and beyond.
Facilitates the rapid and accurate identification of local soft-tissue dysfunction
Explains the origin of soft tissue distress
Provides diverse maps and explanations for the patterns of tender and trigger points seen daily in clinical practice
Includes guidance on the use of NMT for the treatment of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and abdominal dysfunction
Gives important guidance on the treatment of trigger points in treating lymphatic dysfunction
Discusses the use of NMT in the management of pain and hyperventilation
Explains the diagnostic and therapeutic value of tender reflex points related to viscero-somatic and somatic-visceral reflexes
Describes both European and North American versions of NMT
Provides a clear set of treatment options for all bodywork therapists and acupuncture practitioners
Authored by a highly respected, internationally known teacher, practitioner and author, with contributions from three leading practitioners from the U.S. and Europe
Contains a new chapter on the value of Thai Yoga massage, associated with NMT methodology
Contains source material and commentary on the contribution of Raymond Nimmo DC in the evolution of NMT
Website - www.chaitowonline.com - containing updated video clips demonstrating the application of NMT