This authoritative, research-based book, written by a team of clinical experts, offers an introduction to the symptoms and causes of disordered breathing as well as the strategies and protocols that can be used to correct and restore normal breathing. Multidisciplinary Approaches to Breathing Pattern Disorders guides readers through a discussion of the current research that links disordered breathing patterns with perceived pain levels, fatigue, stress and anxiety. Basic mechanics, physiology, and biochemistry of normal breathing are outlined to lay a foundation for understanding causes and mechanics of disordered breathing. Self-help strategies with charts and workbook pages that may be photocopied as handouts are designed to help patients overcome specific breathing problems.
"...this second edition is particularly outstanding, providing a good basis of practical hands-on techniques, well supported by pictures and the website, and giving specific focus on sports, speech and chronic pain." Reviewed by Janet Rowley on behalf of the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, January 2015
"..a fantastic resource which will help students, clinicians, and physiotherapists to carry out effective evaluation and treatment in an acute care setting." Reviewed by Poonam Mehta on behalf of the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, January 2015
Written by an international team of highly experienced clinicians in the field Addresses all the most effective aspects of therapy - physiotherapy, psychotherapy, osteopathy Includes an introduction to the understanding of the mechanics, physiology and biochemistry of normal breathing Includes self-help measures with charts and workbook material which may be photocopied for using with the patients Video clips on an associated website presents practical examples of the breathing techniques discussed in the book Includes the latest protocols on breathing rehabilitation Includes specialist chapters on breathing dysfunction associated with pain syndromes such as pain of pelvic origin and other unexplained medical conditions Discusses the use of capnography in assessment and rehabilitation Includes discussion of Vojta/Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Therapy

Christopher Gilbert; Leon Chaitow; Dinah Bradley

Gilbert, Christopher

Elsevier Health Sciences (US)

Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd

Elsevier Science Ltd

W B Saunders Co Ltd

The Leon Chaitow Library of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 2, 2014

Elsevier Inc., Health Sciences Division, Edinburgh, 2014

United Kingdom and Ireland, United Kingdom

Second edition, Edinburgh, 2014

Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014

2, 20140707

<p>This authoritative, research-based book, written by a team of clinical experts, offers an introduction to the symptoms and causes of disordered breathing as well as the strategies and protocols that can be used to correct and restore normal breathing. Multidisciplinary Approaches to Breathing Pattern Disorders guides readers through a discussion of the current research that links disordered breathing patterns with perceived pain levels, fatigue, stress and anxiety. Basic mechanics, physiology, and biochemistry of normal breathing are outlined to lay a foundation for understanding causes and mechanics of disordered breathing. Self-help strategies with charts and workbook pages that may be photocopied as handouts are designed to help patients overcome specific breathing problems.</p> <p><i>"...this second edition is particularly outstanding, providing a good basis of practical hands-on techniques, well supported by pictures and the website, and giving specific focus on sports, speech and chronic pain." </i><b>Reviewed by</b> Janet Rowley on behalf of the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, January 2015</p> <p><i>"..a fantastic resource which will help students, clinicians, and physiotherapists to carry out effective evaluation and treatment in an acute care setting." </i><b>Reviewed by</b> Poonam Mehta on behalf of the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, January 2015</p><li>Written by an international team of highly experienced clinicians in the field</li> <li>Addresses all the most effective aspects of therapy - physiotherapy, psychotherapy, osteopathy</li> <li>Includes an introduction to the understanding of the mechanics, physiology and biochemistry of normal breathing</li> <li>Includes self-help measures with charts and workbook material which may be photocopied for using with the patients</li>

This book is intended to help practitioners understand the causes and effects of disordered breathing and to provide strategies and protocols to help restore normal function. Fully updated throughout, this volume has been completely revised to guide the practitioner in the recognition of breathing pattern disorders and presents the latest research findings relating to the condition including a range of completely new techniques - many from an international perspective - to help restore and maintain normal functionality. Video clips on an associated website presents practical examples of the breathing techniques discussed in the book. Carefully prepared by a global team of renowned experts under the guidance of Leon Chaitow Focuses on practical, validated, and clinically relevant information Abundant use of pull-out boxes, line artwork, photographs and tables facilitates ease of understanding Contains clinical cases to ensure full comprehension of the topics explored Suitable for physiotherapists, manual therapists, physical therapists, osteopaths, osteopathic physicians and chiropractors, massage therapists, Pilates and yoga teachers & therapists, Tai chi and Feldenkrais practitioners, athletic coaches and voice-coaches

2025-07-19