Whiplash, Headache, and Neck Pain: Research-Based Directions for Physical Therapies

Whiplash, Headache, and Neck Pain: Research-Based Directions for Physical Therapies by Sterling PhD MPhty BPhty Grad Dip Manip Physio FACP, Michele. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780443100475.

• 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.