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THE PELVIC GIRDLE The 3rd edition of The Pelvic Girdle presents a straightforward and logical approach to the examination, assessment and treatment of the lumbopelvic region and its related disorders. The book follows the 'Integrated Model of Function' originally proposed by Diane Lee and Dr Andry Vleeming. This model is derived from anatomical and biomechanical studies of the pelvis, as well as from clinical experience of treating patients with lumbopelvic and hip pain. It addresses the reasons why the lumbopelvic-hip region is painful and no longer able to sustain and transfer loads, as opposed to seeking to identify pain-generating structures. In this 3rd edition the author has incorporated the key findings of research published from 1999 - 2004, which have relevance for the clinician treating low back and pelvic girdle pain. The clinical content of the book has been entirely rewritten and reorganised as a result. The first four chapters have been updated in the light of this research but Chapters 5–10 are brand new for this edition. Specific changes and additions to the text include: Updated information on the biomechanics of the lumbopelvic-hip region with specific reference to the recent work of Dr Barbara Hungerford Important new material on the classification, assessment and treatment of the muscles of the local and global systems, drawing on the latest research of Drs Paul Hodges, Lorimer Moseley, Peter O’Sullivan and others. Specific new clinical tests for analysing load transfer through the pelvis and hip Regional tests for the clinical analysis of form closure, force closure and motor control The use of real-time ultrasound imaging for augmenting the assessment and treatment of the muscles of the lumbopelvic local system A different way to interpret standard muscle strength and length tests Guidance for the clinician on how these tests help when prescribing manual therapy and/or exercises to improve mobility, stability and motor control of the lumbopelvic-hip A comparative review of clinical findings from subjective and objective examinations for specific lumbar, pelvic girdle and hip impairments, according to the integrated model Treatment for specific impairments of the lumbopelvic-hip including specific manual therapy techniques and ‘exercises’ for restoring motor control and mobile stability for the lumbopelvic-hip region The role of imagery, manual and verbal cueing when training neuromuscular motor control New clinical photographs to illustrate all assessment and treatment techniques as well as exercises. It has long been recognized that physical factors impact joint function. The Integrated Model of Function developed by Lee and Vleeming suggested that joint mechanics can be influenced by multiple factors, some intrinsic to the joint itself and some produced by muscle action, which in turn is influenced by the emotional state. The Pelvic Girdle focuses on the assessment and treatment of the first three components of this model (form closure, force closure and motor control) and on their application to the lumbar spine, pelvic girdle and hip. It provides a unique integration of the latest research and related clinical material with guidance on how to apply the research evidence in day-to-day clinical practice. The aim is to help clinicians to improve their ability to accurately assess and safely and effectively treat their patients. No clinician working with patients with back pain or other lumbopelvic-hip related disorders can afford to be without the wealth of information and clinical guidance that The Pelvic Girdle provides. Read the Foreword by Dr. Paul Hodges Chapter 5: Principles of the Integrated Model of Function and its Application to the Lumbopelvic-hip Region (PDF Format) Read a review by Peter Huijbregts, editor for the Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Cost: $75.00 Cdn funds         plus GST for Canadian orders, plus shipping for all orders

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THE THORAX: AN INTEGRATED APPROACH Acute and chronic thoracic pain is a common problem seen in orthopedic rehabilitation today. Currently, there is very little biomechanical or clinical research available for guidance in evaluation and treatment planning. The Thorax: An Integrated Approach presents an integrated model (Lee & Vleeming) for understanding thoracic function. The principles of this model are derived from lumbopelvic research and provide a foundation from which the practicing clinician can evaluate and treat the thorax. Included with this second edition is a CD-ROM containing video clips of the assessment and treatment techniques as well as patient exercises. Assessment video clips include active and passive mobility and stability techniques. New techniques are presented to analyze the force closure mechanism (dynamic stability) of a thoracic segment. The classification of dysfunction within the thorax has been changed to follow the integrated model of function. New intervention techniques are discussed and demonstrated via video clips on the CD-ROM showing passive and active mobilization and manipulation techniques for the thorax. Restoring Force Closure/Motor Control of the Thorax is a new chapter contributed by Linda-Joy Lee and contains vital information for an exercise program aimed at stabilization of the thorax. The information is still empirical since research is lacking in this area and comes primarily from clinical experience. This chapter reviews the concepts of load transfer through the body, the anatomy and function of the lumbopelvic core (Lee D G, 1999) and the application of this protocol for stabilization of the thorax. Over 140 photographs and illustrations with detailed descriptions of specific tests and mobility techniques. Full-motion video clips of tests, techniques and exercises are demonstrated on the enclosed CD-ROM. THE CDROM WITH THIS TEXT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MACINTOSH COMPUTERS THE CDROM IS NOT ACCOMPANIED BY AUDIO – THE INTENT IS TO READ THE TEXT AND WATCH THE VIDEOS SIMULTANEOUSLY Cost: $75.00 Cdn funds         plus GST for Canadian orders, plus shipping for all orders