About the authors vii
Preface ix
Acknowledgements xi
About the companion website xiii
1 Introduction 1
2 Anatomy: structure and function of the musculoskeletal system 7
3 Healing 29
4 Clinical examination 47
5 Modalities 69
6 Manual therapies 91
7 Common neurological conditions and their rehabilitation 115
8 Therapeutic exercise 147
9 Splints supports and aids 195
10 Pain 211
11 Treatment protocols 225
12 Setting up a physiotherapy clinic 259
Appendix 1 Nomenclature 279
Appendix 2 Regenerative medicine 281
Appendix 3 Further reading 283
Appendix 4 Useful websites for aids and equipment 285
Index 287