Whiplash, Headache, and Neck Pain - Research-Based Directions for Physical Therapies (Hardcover)

. Textbook and practical clinical handbook for all students and practitioners concerned with evaluation, diagnosis, assessment and management of neck pain and cervical headache particularly in relation to whiplash. . Written by a group of researchers and clinicians who are leaders in the field of whiplash and related neck and head pain. . Demonstrates the clinical relevance of the research to the student and busy practitioner. . Suggests future directions for clinical management and future research. . Extensively illustrated with line diagrams and photographs. ? This book presents the applied sciences, clinical assessment methods and rehabilitation protocols for the management of persons with neck pain. ? The material presented in this book represents the translation of research into clinical practice and provides a systematic approach to assessment and an evidence base for conservative clinical management strategies for neck pain. ? Unique topics in this book include: . Provides an understanding of the pathophysiological processes in the sensory, motor and sensorimotor systems and how they present in patients with neck pain disorders. . Presents multimodal approaches to management of neck pain guided by the evidence of presenting dysfunctions . Presents a comprehensive description of a therapeutic exercise approach based on motor control which has proven efficacy.