Applied Physiotherapy: Rehabilitation Methodology
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This is Chapter 13 from RC’s best-selling book:
“Applied Physiotherapy in Chiropractic”
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Chapter 13: Rehabilitation Methodology
The topics of this chapter have been adapted from Volume 1, Chiropractic Rehabilitation, by K. D. Christensen, DC, © 1990, and used here with permission.
INTRODUCTION
Strengthening exercises for the muscular system play an essential role in the chiropractic management of various neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Knowledge of various training methods and exercise techniques are thus among the most important requirements for effective treatment. [1] Properly conducted individual exercise programs help prevent many injuries and serve to shorten the recovery period necessary to restore the patient back to health. [2] Exercise programs can be designed to increase strength, aid weight loss, increase cardiorespiratory efficiency, or simply improve overall musculoskeletal performance.
All exercise programs should have specific goals in mind. The cornerstone of exercise is Davis’ Law, or the (SAID) principle that states that the body makes specific adaptation to imposed demands. [3] The more specific the exercise, the more specific the adaptation. Exercise, therefore, should be as specific as possible to the individual’s goals and needs.
The patient who participates in a well-devised, scientifically based, properly instructed exercise program should benefit in at least four areas: [4]
2. Decreased risk of injury
3. Decreased severity should an injury occur
4. Accelerated rehabilitation and return to activity after injury.
TYPES OF EXERCISE
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I would like the whole book for a review
RESPONSE: from Frank
It’s available on the ACAPress website
I include an exercise regimen in all of my treatment plans and find that most patients are compliant.
Great article, can’t wait to read the book. I believe in a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of sports and life injuries. I use physiotherapeutic technology and a hands on approach along with encouraging patients to play an active role in managing the recovery of an injury. I utilize the philosophy that body alignment and joint biomechanics are the cornerstone for proper movement. Muscle strength and balance are an integral part of a healthy body. Preventive healthcare can help you avoid injury, illness, and even manage stress. Body balance, nutrition, exercise and good spinal health can help improve your mental and physical well being.
Exercise is so important. Can you really decrease the risk of injury?
RESPONSE from Frank: Sure…ask any sports trainer.