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"Assessment and Treatment of Muscle Imbalance: The Janda Approach" blends postural techniques, neurology, and functional capabilities in order to alleviate chronic musculoskeletal pain and promote greater functionality. Developed by Vladimir Janda, respected neurologist and physiotherapist, the Janda approach presents a unique perspective to rehabilitation. In contrast to a more traditional structural view, the Janda approach is functional, emphasising the importance of the sensorimotor system in controlling movement and chronic musculoskeletal pain syndromes from sports and general activities. This is the only text to offer practical, evidence-based application of Janda's theories. Filled with illustrations, photos and step-by-step instructions, the book uses a systematic approach in presenting information that can be used in tandem with other clinical techniques. This resource for practitioners features a rationale for rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal system based on the relationship between the central nervous system and the motor system. Through this book, it provides an evidence-based explanation of muscle imbalance. The step-by-step Janda system of evaluation is explained including analysis of posture, balance and gait; evaluation of movement patterns; testing of muscle length; and, assessment of the soft tissue. The text explores treatment options for muscle imbalance through facilitation and inhibition techniques and sensorimotor training to restore neuromucular function. It also includes four case studies examining musculoskeletal conditions and showing how the Janda approach compares with other treatments. This text combines theory, evidence and applications to assist clinicians in implementing the Janda approach into their practice.
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Phil Page, MS, PT, ATC, CSCS, trained under the guidance of Dr. Vladimir Janda and has taught the Janda approach at national and international workshops. A certified kinesiotaping practitioner, Page is currently working toward his doctorate in kinesiology at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, where his research focuses on EMG and muscle imbalance. He is also director of clinical education and research for Thera-Band products. Clare C. Frank, DPT, is an orthopedic clinical specialist in private practice in Los Angeles. She serves on the clinical faculty for Kaiser Permanente Movement Science Fellowship in Los Angeles. She also serves as a guest lecturer at the local universities and teaches throughout the United States and internationally. Frank studied under and taught with Dr. Vladimir Janda. She is a certified instructor of the Janda approach to musculoskeletal pain syndromes, a certified kinesiotaping practitioner, and a certified instructor of Kolar's approach to dynamic neuromuscular stabilization.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'm a health and fitness coach and find this book very clear and practical. It gives you enough information to understand how to apply the principles in your field.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
a good overview on the work of Vladimir Janda
and a book that's changed the way I work...
it combines theory, evidence, and step by step
instructions to assist the implementation of the
Janda approach into your clinic,
definitely one for the bookshelf...
and a book that's changed the way I work...
it combines theory, evidence, and step by step
instructions to assist the implementation of the
Janda approach into your clinic,
definitely one for the bookshelf...
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Long Over Due
25 Aug 2010
Format:Hardcover
The authors have done a great service to Pr Janda's legacy by masterfully summarizing his management approach in this comprehensive book. They have managed something which even the great Pr Janda could not - namely, summarizing his brilliant work! It is all here - posture & gait analysis; movement pattern assessment; sensory-motor training; etc.. And, most importantly, they show how current research is progressing the rehabilitation model forward consistent with Pr Janda's groundbreaking theories.
Thank you Phil, Clare & Robert!
Craig
Thank you Phil, Clare & Robert!
Craig
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Great for treating muscular skeletal problems
29 May 2010
Format:Hardcover
It is too bad that Dr.Vladimir Janda is not among us anymore. He is a genius who brought us inside treating muscular skeletal problems. Fortunately, a set of amazing clinicians wrote a nice book to bring his ideas all together. The book is easy to read, has lots of pictures and, best of all, it is all evidence-based practice. For anybody who treats muscular skeletal problems, this book will be extremely helpful. If you apply his methods, you will get results.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
A Must Read!
17 May 2010
Format:Hardcover
Finally! A comprehensive review of Vladimir Janda's work from people who worked side by side with him during his amazing life and career. Up to this point, it has been a challenge to find written works from Janda. Now, we have it all in one incredible book, which we can use for direct therapeutic application as well as reference.
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