内容简介
Written by an expert on alternative bodywork, this book
presents techniques for manipulating the soft tissues of the back
in a safe, simple manner. The method avoids the high velocity, low
amplitude thrusting techniques employed by chiropractors. Instead,
it utilizes the intuitive sense of somatic bodyworkers combined
with the proven theory and technique of Rolfing to provide safe and
effective treatment. Maitland shows how to elegantly release joint
fixations in the spine, sacrum, pelvis, and ribcage by using subtle
soft tissue techniques, rather than the thrusting techniques that
"pop" the joints. This gentler kind of individualized Rolfing work
is thoroughly described within an explanation of biomechanics,
aided by drawings and photographs which depict techniques and
anatomy.