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Somatic Patterning, 1st edition

Published by Pearson (April 11, 2012) © 2013

  • Mary Ann Foster
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Appropriate for courses in Massage Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant.

Somatic Patterning is the first book of its kind to provide a comprehensive overview of the somatic field. It covers a broad array of topics, including working with reflexes and developmental patterning to change deep-seated patterns, patterning joint and muscles function to improve efficiency and performance, and exploring organic and fluid movement approaches to release deep levels of stress. This new book also presents exercises based on the latest research for training postural muscles to achieve joint stability and is well documented with a comprehensive history, glossary, endnotes, bibliography, and index.

FEATURES:

  • Over 500 illustrations and photos
  • Chock-full of special features
    • Critical Thinking Questions
    • Bridge to Practice - for bodyworkers
    • Body Stories - case studies
  • 129 Illustrated Patterning Exercises
  • Endnotes, Glossary, Bibliography, Index

PART 1: THEORY

Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Somatic Patterns and Movement  

Chapter 2: Movement Problems, Holding Patterns, and Pain  

Chapter 3: Somatic Patterning Roots, Concepts, and Methods  

Chapter 4: Balancing Patterning Approaches  

Chapter 5: The Patterning Process

 

PART 2: PRACTICE

Chapter 6: Organic and Fluid Movement

Chapter 7: Developmental Patterning

Chapter 8: Neuromuscular Patterning

Chapter 9: Postural Stabilization

Chapter 10: Fundamental Movement Patterns

 

PART 3: HISTORY

Chapter 11: Integrative Movement Modalities

Chapter 12: Integrative Manual Therapies  

Chapter 13: Physiological Patterning

Chapter 14: Behavioral and Cognitive Patterning

Chapter 15: Body-Based Psychotherapy

 

Endnotes

Glossary

Bibliography

Index

Patterning Exercise Appendix

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