Physical Therapy of the Thorax

This practical guide to physical therapy assessment and management of the thorax provides a step-by-step outline accompanied by illustrated techniques.

These techniques include: exercises including breathing exercises; soft tissue techniques; muscle energy techniques; mobilization techniques; and functional activities.

Chapters cover: anatomy of the thorax; respiratory muscles; biomechanics; pathophysiological considerations; objective examinination; structural diagnosis of the rib cage dysfunctions; treatment for the rib cage dysfunctions; dysfunctions of the thoracic spine; and treatment techniques for the thoracic spine.