Description
Book SynopsisSufferers of chronic pain well know the frustration of treatments involving endless rounds of drugs or expensive physical therapy--that may or may not offer relief. In Acupressure Taping, authors Hecker and Liebchen present a comprehensive guide to a new method of pain treatment--acutaping--which offers a much simpler and more effective alternative. In acutaping, elastic tape is placed over the afflicted area in accordance with related acupuncture points. During the course of normal movement throughout the day, the elastic tape provides a gentle but consistent massage to the inflamed area. Because the skin adheres to the tape, it is shifted against the subtissue during motion, causing lymph tissue to drain and connective tissue to be massaged. The authors show that most bodily dysfunctions can be self-treated through this innovative method. Combining elements of Chinese medicine with osteopathy, acutaping produces a method of treatment for ailments ranging from back pain and tennis elbow to menstrual pain and migraines. Acutaping is an easy and effective treatment--without side effects--that offers welcome relief to sufferers of chronic pain.
Trade Review"With straightforward diagnostic lists, easy instructions with tips, great color photographs, and an appendix of ailments, this guidebook will appeal to those interested in trying this conservative-care approach to pain management at home. It is also appropriate for healthcare professionals working with musculoskeletal problems. Recommended for acupuncture, massage, naturopathic, chiropractic, and osteopathic school libraries as well as for most public libraries." * Janet Tapper, Library Journal, April 2007 *
"Here's a guide to a new method of pain treatment, acutaping, which offers an easier alternative . . . Any bodywork health library needs this." * The Midwest Book Review, April 08 *
Table of Contents Introduction PART 1: WHAT IS ACUTAPING? Acutaping: A New Therapeutic Method The Foundation: Kinesio-Taping
What Is the Basis of Acutaping? The Influence of Chinese Medicine
The Influence of Acupuncture
The Influence of Manual Medicine and Osteopathy
How Does Acutaping Work? Examples of Acutaping Therapy
Who Can Benefit from Acutaping? Various Indications for the Effective Use of Acutaping
Against What Sort of Pain Is Acutaping Effective?
Acutaping in Sports Medicine When Not to Use Acutaping Complex or Structural Disorders
Other Factors Pertaining to a Disorder
When Acutaping Is Not Advised
Acutape: Information and Tips Description of the Acutape
Some Practical Tips
Acutape Colors
What Areas of the Body Can Be Treated?
Duration of Therapy
How To Prevent Failure
A Sightseeing Tour around the Human Body Head, Chest, Abdominal, and Pelvic Regions
The Arms
The Legs
PART 2: HOW TO USE ACUTAPE 1. Finger and Forearm Extensor Tape
2. Finger and Forearm Flexor Tape
3. Thumb Saddle Joint Tape
4. Elbow Joint Extensor Tape
5. Elbow Joint Flexor Tape
6. Pectoral Muscle Tape
7. Trapezius Muscle Tape
8. Levator Scapula Muscle Tape
9. Rotator Cuff Muscle Tape
10. Levator Costarum (or Scalenus) Muscle Tape
11. Rhomboid Muscle Tape
12. Cervical Spine Tape
13. Cervical Spine Lymph Tape
14. Thoracic Spine Tape
15. Lumbar Spine Tape
16. Lumbar Spine Star Tape
17. Sacroiliac Joint Tape
18. Abdominal Muscle Tape (Rectus Abdominus)
19. Abdominal Muscle Tape (Oblique Muscles)
20. Pelvic Bone Muscle Tape
21. Hip And Loin Flexor (Iliopsoas) Muscle Tape
22. Knee Tape
23. Combination Tape
24. Knee Flexor Tape
25. Achilles Tendon and Ankle Joint Tape
Appendix: Ailments From A to Z Afterword
Sources of Acutape
Index
