BOOK
Illustrated Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis Using Massage Therapy
(2011)
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Abstract
Cervical Spondylosis is a condition in which cervical vertebrae and invertebral discs in the neck degenerate. The condition is an almost inevitable part of aging and can cause extreme neck pain and lead to arm and hand problems. Unlike any form of Western medical treatment, Massage Therapy from Traditional Chinese Medicine is a non-invasive, successful method of relieving this pain and increasing the movement and daily comfort of sufferers.
The authors explain the nature of Cervical Spondylosis and symptoms associated with the condition. They clearly outline every stage of the treatment process, providing anatomical diagrams and illustrations, as well as details on meridians, collaterals and acupoints. Easy-to-follow techniques and a step-by-step guide on how to perform massage therapy treatments are accompanied by clear instructions and live demonstrations on the accompanying DVD. Written for practitioners, the book also includes clear advice for advising the patient on how they might continue treatments at home, and precautions that should be taken to prevent this painful condition recurring and worsening.
The book will be an invaluable basic resource for practitioners of Chinese medicine and massage therapy, as well as all other massage and bodywork professionals.
Tang Xuezhang graduated from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a major in Acupuncture and Tuina Massage. He has worked as a doctor for over 20 years and is currently an Associate Chief Physican at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing. Yu Tianyuan studied Integrated, Traditional and Western Medicine at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. He currently works in the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine where he undertakes teaching, research and clinical work with a focus on Tuina Massage and Acupuncture.
Table of Contents
| Section Title | Page | Action | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| About the Authors | 9 | ||
| Preface | 11 | ||
| Summary | 13 | ||
| Chapter 1: Introduction to \rCervical Spondylosis | 15 | ||
| Section I Definition and Presentation | 15 | ||
| Section II Pathogeny and Pathological Mechanisms | 22 | ||
| Chronic injuries and degeneration | 22 | ||
| Acute injuries | 23 | ||
| Deformities | 23 | ||
| Section III Clinical Manifestations | 23 | ||
| Stiff neck type of cervical spondylosis | 23 | ||
| Cervical spondylotic radiculopathy | 23 | ||
| Vertebral artery type of cervical spondylosis | 27 | ||
| Cervical spondylotic myelopathy | 28 | ||
| Sympathetic cervical spondylosis | 29 | ||
| Chapter 2: Fundamentals of Treatment for \rCervical Spondylosis | 31 | ||
| Section I Meridians and Collaterals | 31 | ||
| 1. The Lung Meridian of Hand-Taiyin | 32 | ||
| 2. The Large Intestine Meridian of \nHand-Yangming | 33 | ||
| 3. The Heart Meridian of Hand-Shaoyin | 34 | ||
| 4. The Small Intestine Meridian of \nHand-Taiyang | 35 | ||
| 5. The Bladder Meridian of Foot-Taiyang | 36 | ||
| 6. The Pericardium Meridian of Hand-Jueyin | 37 | ||
| 7. The Sanjiao Meridian of Hand-Shaoyang | 38 | ||
| 8. The Gallbladder Meridian of \nFoot-Shaoyang | 39 | ||
| 9. Governor Vessel | 40 | ||
| Section II Acupoints | 41 | ||
| 1. The Large Intestine Meridian of \nHand-Yangming | 41 | ||
| 2. The Stomach Meridian of Foot-Yangming | 42 | ||
| 3. The Spleen Meridian of Foot-Taiyin | 43 | ||
| 4. The Heart Meridian of Hand-Shaoyin | 43 | ||
| 5. The Small Intestine Meridian of Hand-Taiyang (Figure 2.15) | 44 | ||
| 6. The Bladder Meridian of Foot-Taiyang | 45 | ||
| 7. The Kidney Meridian of Foot-Shaoyin | 46 | ||
| 8. The Pericardium Meridian of Hand-Jueyin | 46 | ||
| 9. The Sanjiao Meridian of Hand-Shaoyang | 47 | ||
| 10. The Gallbladder Meridian of Foot-Shaoyang | 47 | ||
| 11. Governor Vessel (Figure 2.21) | 48 | ||
| 12. Conception Vessel | 49 | ||
| 13. The Extraordinary Points | 49 | ||
| Section III Anatomy | 50 | ||
| The intervertebral foramen | 50 | ||
| The vertebral artery | 51 | ||
| The brachial plexus | 52 | ||
| The cervical spinal cord | 53 | ||
| Section IV Manipulations | 54 | ||
| Pushing manipulation with one finger | 54 | ||
| Rolling manipulation | 56 | ||
| Kneading manipulation | 59 | ||
| Rubbing the abdomen | 61 | ||
| Pushing outwards across the forehead | 62 | ||
| Grasping manipulation | 62 | ||
| Percussing with the sides of the hands | 64 | ||
| Digital acupoint pressure | 66 | ||
| Percussing with the fingertips | 67 | ||
| Wiping manipulation | 68 | ||
| Combing hair | 69 | ||
| Twisting the fingers | 70 | ||
| Rubbing to-and-fro | 71 | ||
| Stretching the brachial plexus | 72 | ||
| Traction of the rotated and \nlocalized neck [AQ] | 73 | ||
| Lateral traction of the neck | 75 | ||
| Holding and stretching the cervical spine | 76 | ||
| Rotation of the neck | 77 | ||
| Traction of the cervical spine | 79 | ||
| Chapter 3: Massage Therapy Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis | 81 | ||
| Section I Massage Therapy Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis | 81 | ||
| Loosening tendons by pressing \nand kneading | 81 | ||
| Digital pressing and kneading of pain spots | 84 | ||
| Treatment according to the different types of cervical spondylosis | 85 | ||
| Traction for readjustment | 102 | ||
| Traction for decompression | 103 | ||
| Rotation to improve the range of movement | 104 | ||
| Lateral traction to improve the range of movement | 104 | ||
| Finishing manipulations | 105 | ||
| Section II Errors to Avoid in Massage Therapy Ttreatment | 107 | ||
| Performing massage therapy without a clear diagnosis | 107 | ||
| Misapplication of traction | 108 | ||
| Over-energetic Tuina | 108 | ||
| Failure to consider local anatomy | 108 | ||
| Poor judgment | 108 | ||
| Chapter 4: Prevention of \rCervical \rSpondylosis | 111 | ||
| Section I Do’s and Don’ts for the Neck | 111 | ||
| Choose your pillow with care | 111 | ||
| Don’t bend your neck forward for too long | 112 | ||
| Avoid exposure to cold | 113 | ||
| Avoid dangerous working conditions | 114 | ||
| Care of the neck when using a computer | 115 | ||
| Section II Self-Massage for the Neck | 116 | ||
| Squeezing and pressing the muscles on both sides of the nape | 116 | ||
| Pressing and kneading the muscles \nwith four fingers on both sides \nof the nape | 117 | ||
| Digital pressing and kneading on acupoints of the occiput | 118 | ||
| Pinching and grasping the shoulders | 119 | ||
| Gently patting the nape and shoulders | 120 | ||
| Section III Functional Exercises for the Neck | 121 | ||
| Forwards bending and backwards bending | 121 | ||
| Lateral bending | 123 | ||
| Turning | 124 | ||
| Antagonistic training | 125 | ||
| Throwing out the chest | 126 |