Examination to the Facet Joints of the Upper Thoracic Spine.

Examination to the facet joints of the upper thoracic spine, note the facet joint angles. Range of motion (ROM) in the thoracic region is necessary for a number of daily activities and sporting tasks such as golf, throwing sports, tennis, and rowing. Dysfunction of the thoracic spine can also play a role in breathing difficulties and may be linked to postural issues in the later stages of life. Additionally getting more ROM through the thoracic spine has impact on areas upstream and downstream the body. Restrictions in motion have the potential to impact performance and may manifest as local or distant musculoskeletal pathology. Movement of the thoracic spine is coupled with movement of the adjoining ribs. Thoracic extension involves concurrent posterior rotation (external torsion) and depression of the posterior ribs with elevation of the anterior ribs. Bending to the side is a combination of spinal segments side bending, ribs on the same come together while ribs on the opposite side separate. Inability to move well in all directions predisposes people to injury and pain. "THE ART OF HVT" is a clinical tutorial collection of safe and easy to follow videos, to develop or revise competent manipulation skills for use in the clinical setting. The video is aimed at Manual Medicine Practitioners, Chiropractors, Student Chiropractors, Osteopaths, Student Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, Student Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, Sports & Remedial Massage Therapists, Physical Therapists, Manual Therapists including TCM Practitioners and other Healthcare Providers. Along with its companion E book, the work features a number of clinical examinations and treatment techniques including more advanced skilled techniques. Also included in this DVD, is a downloadable 500-page book describing the techniques in detail. The author, David Lintonbon DO is internationally recognised by leading accreditation bodies as an authority in his field, with over 35 years teaching experience both in the UK & over 30 countries Worldwide. The material has all been used successfully in both initial training and Continuing Professional Development Courses. It is laid out in easy-to-follow sections. New/Experienced Practitioners and those preparing for exams will find them invaluable in the development of necessary skills and knowledge. Part of a series of educational videos from David Lintonbon DO, who practices at the Integrated Medical Centre, 121 Crawford Street, London W1U 6BE United Kingdom. Tel +44 7958488784 Email: [email protected] Instagram:   / integratedmanual   Linkedin:   / manualmedicine   Facebook:   / immltduk   Twitter:   / davidlintonbon   To purchase the entire DVD go to: https://integratedmanualmedicine.com/...