Introduction to Manual Therapy
PTA 101 Introduction to Clinical Practice 1
Contents
Page 1
Instructional Use Statement
Page 2
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Page 3
Definitions and Context
Terms for manual techniques in physical therapy
Page 4
Types of Soft Tissue Mobilization/Manipulation
Examples of Strain Counter Strain
Overview of Trigger Points and Myofascial Release
Approaches used in Physical Therapy for Joint Mobilization
Kaltenborn method
Maitland techniques (PAIVMs) Posterior-anterior intervertebral motion
Mulligan technique - Mobilization with Movement
Cross Friction Massage
Recreational versus Therapeutic Massage
Page 5
Therapeutic Presence
Summary of Therapeutic Technique
Page 6
Lubricants
Types of Lubricants
Page 7
Massage Parameters
Classification of Massage Strokes
Massage Procedures
Page 8
End of Lesson
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