Functional Neurology for Practitioners of Manual Medicine
- 3rd Edition - May 8, 2025
- Latest edition
- Author: Randy W. Beck
- Language: English
Manual therapy is an effective treatment for many of the symptoms of neurological conditions. This practical book is a complete guide to the understanding and application of… Read more
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Description
Description
Manual therapy is an effective treatment for many of the symptoms of neurological conditions. This practical book is a complete guide to the understanding and application of functional neurology specifically for chiropractors, osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, manual therapists, physiotherapists, acupuncturists and massage therapists.
Easy to read and follow, this book covers basic concepts of nervous system anatomy and functional circuits. You will learn how to test for neurological problems, recognise abnormal performance, and coordinate appropriate rehabilitation for a wide range of patient presentations.
With clinical cases, quick facts and bonus videos and MCQs to support learning, Functional Neurology for Practitioners of Manual Medicine is all you will need for a detailed clinical understanding of functional neurology that will support your practice.
Easy to read and follow, this book covers basic concepts of nervous system anatomy and functional circuits. You will learn how to test for neurological problems, recognise abnormal performance, and coordinate appropriate rehabilitation for a wide range of patient presentations.
With clinical cases, quick facts and bonus videos and MCQs to support learning, Functional Neurology for Practitioners of Manual Medicine is all you will need for a detailed clinical understanding of functional neurology that will support your practice.
Key features
Key features
- Foundational concepts in the understanding and application of functional neurology, specifically written for manual therapists
- Fully updated to take in latest concepts in this fast-changing field
- Logically structured and easy to read – fully grasp each concept before you move on to the next
- Clinical cases encourage reflection and allow you to apply principles to practice
- Quick Facts summarise key information – ideal for exam revision
New chapters:
- Neuroplasticity and Connectivity of the Human Cortex
- Understanding Electroencephalography (EEG)
- Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Modalities
- Approach to Paediatric Clinical Care: A Case Study
- Understanding the Brain and How to Measure Its Activity: A Primer for Patients
Readership
Readership
Chiropractors, osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, manual therapists, physiotherapists, acupuncturists, and massage therapists
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Fundamental Concepts in Functional Neurology
2. Early Developmental Events
3. Biochemistry and Physiology of Receptor Activation
4. History and Examination
5. Neurology of Sensory and Receptor Systems
6. Neuronal Integration and Movement
7. The Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves
8. The Autonomic Nervous System
9. The Cortex
10. The Thalamus and Hypothalamus
11. The Basal Ganglia
12. The Limbic System
13. The Brainstem and Reticular Formation
14. The Cerebellum and Vestibular System
15. Neuroimmune Functional Interactions
16. Psychoneurological Aspects
17. Headaches
18. Fundamental Evidence
19. Approaches to Patient Management
20. Approaches to Treatment
21. Neuroplasticity and Connectivity of the Human Cortex
22. Understanding Electroencephalography
23. Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Modalities
24. Approach to Paediatric Clinical Care: A Case Study
25. Understanding the Brain and How to Measure Its Activity: A Primer for Patients
2. Early Developmental Events
3. Biochemistry and Physiology of Receptor Activation
4. History and Examination
5. Neurology of Sensory and Receptor Systems
6. Neuronal Integration and Movement
7. The Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves
8. The Autonomic Nervous System
9. The Cortex
10. The Thalamus and Hypothalamus
11. The Basal Ganglia
12. The Limbic System
13. The Brainstem and Reticular Formation
14. The Cerebellum and Vestibular System
15. Neuroimmune Functional Interactions
16. Psychoneurological Aspects
17. Headaches
18. Fundamental Evidence
19. Approaches to Patient Management
20. Approaches to Treatment
21. Neuroplasticity and Connectivity of the Human Cortex
22. Understanding Electroencephalography
23. Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Modalities
24. Approach to Paediatric Clinical Care: A Case Study
25. Understanding the Brain and How to Measure Its Activity: A Primer for Patients
Review quotes
Review quotes
Review of the previous edition:
"Overall this text would be an excellent resource to any practising physiotherapist or health professional within musculoskeletal and orthopaedics from the new graduate to the experienced clinician. It is concise, clear to follow and covers each subject extensively with evidence-based practise to accompany manual techniques. A must have for enhancing clinical practise." Reviewed by: Tracy Ward, MCSP, BSc (HONS), MSc, Senior Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Specialist, BMI Healthcare Albyn Hospital, Aberdeen Date: Aug 2014
"Overall this text would be an excellent resource to any practising physiotherapist or health professional within musculoskeletal and orthopaedics from the new graduate to the experienced clinician. It is concise, clear to follow and covers each subject extensively with evidence-based practise to accompany manual techniques. A must have for enhancing clinical practise." Reviewed by: Tracy Ward, MCSP, BSc (HONS), MSc, Senior Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Specialist, BMI Healthcare Albyn Hospital, Aberdeen Date: Aug 2014
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 3
- Latest edition
- Published: July 17, 2025
- Language: English
About the author
About the author
RB
Randy W. Beck
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Lecturer, Clinical Diagnosis and Neurology, Faculty of Health Sciences,Murdoch University, Perth, Australia.Associate Professor,Clinical Neurology, Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, Florida, USA.Director, Institute of Functional Neuroscience, Perth, Australia