The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise

Many people suffer from temporary or chronic musculoskeletal issues that cause pain and discomfort when performing even the simplest forms of physical activity. The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise With Online Video is designed to help fitness professionals, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning specialists, and physical therapists to identify and correct underlying imbalances so their clients and patients can resume pain-free movement. Written by Justin Price, creator of The BioMechanics Method and a former IDEA Health & Fitness Association Personal Trainer of the Year, The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise provides a systematic approach for applying effective corrective exercise strategies to assess and address muscle and joint pain: • Identify and assess common musculoskeletal imbalances • Understand how those imbalances affect different structures of the body • Learn about the various types of corrective exercises • Select appropriate exercise strategies for a client’s circumstances • Design a corrective exercise program that addresses the underlying cause or causes To fully equip professionals with various options to address their clients’ needs, part IV of the text, Complete Corrective Exercise Library, contains more than 65 self-myofascial release, stretching, and strengthening exercises along with suggestions for exercise progressions and regressions. Each technique is supplemented with full-color photos, and additional illustrations and tables aid with proper execution. Plus, the companion online video features 36 clips that provide the opportunity to directly observe and follow along with the application of many of these remarkable assessment and exercise techniques. The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise also offers practical advice and tools to further enhance the skills learned from the text. Strategies and examples for communicating with clients are integrated throughout to facilitate effective consultations and proper cuing for both the assessments and exercises. Skill acquisition activities and self-checks in every chapter allow readers to practice and perfect the real-life application of their techniques. A case study pulls it all together to demonstrate how the entire process can be implemented, from assessment to program design. Finally, to capitalize on the specialized skills that are developed by reading this text, the final section of the book is devoted to creating and managing a corrective exercise business. It covers information on networking and referral systems, tips for maintaining scope of practice, and marketing and promotion methods for attracting and retaining clients. The practices outlined in The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise have been proven successful by thousands of The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialists around the world. Mastering the strategies and techniques in this book will enable health and fitness professionals to recognize potential causes of musculoskeletal imbalances and apply appropriate corrective exercises to swiftly eliminate pain and improve physical function.

Table of Contents:
Part I. Fundamentals of Structural Assessment Chapter 1. The Process of Structural Assessment Initial Contact With Client Structural Assessment Process Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 2. Assessing the Feet and Ankles Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process How the Feet and Ankles Relate to the Knees Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 3. Assessing the Knees Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Knee How the Knees Relate to the Feet and the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 4. Assessing the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle How the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Relates to the Feet, Ankles, Knees, and Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 5. Assessing the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle How the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Relate to All Other Areas of the Body Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 6. Assessing the Neck and Head Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Neck and Head How the Head and Neck Relate to the Rest of the Body Concluding the Structural Assessment Process Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Part II. Understanding Muscles and Movement Chapter 7. Anatomy in Real Life How Gravity Affects Movement How Ground Reaction Forces Affect Movement Overview of the Musculoskeletal System Human Bungee Cord System Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 8. Functional Anatomy of the Feet and Ankles Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Foot and Ankle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 9. Functional Anatomy of the Knees Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Knee Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 10. Functional Anatomy of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 11. Functional Anatomy of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 12. Functional Anatomy of the Neck and Head Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of the Neck and Head Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 13. Fascia Fascial Systems for Flexion and Extension Fascial Systems for Lateral Movement Fascial Systems for Rotational Movement Fascial Systems and Complex Movement Review of Key Points Self-Check Part III. Fundamentals of Corrective Exercise Chapter 14. Elements of Corrective Exercise Programs Building Client Confidence Order of Exercises Evaluating Exercises Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 15. Self-Myofascial Release What Is Self-Myofascial Release? Origins of Self-Myofascial Release Benefits of Self-Myofascial Release Types of Self-Myofascial Release Teaching Tips for Self-Myofascial Release Techniques When Not to Use Self-Myofascial Release Techniques Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 16. Stretching What Is Stretching? Origins of Stretching Benefits of Stretching Types of Stretches Teaching Tips for Stretching Exercises When Not to Use Stretching Exercises Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 17. Strengthening What Is Strengthening? Origins of Strengthening Exercises Benefits of Strengthening Exercises Types of Strengthening Exercises Teaching Tips for Strengthening Exercises When Not to Use Strengthening Exercises Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 18. Static Postural Considerations Standing Postures Seated Postures Sleeping Postures Review of Key Points Self-Check 1 Self-Check 2 Part IV. Complete Corrective Exercise Library Chapter 19. Self-Myofascial Release Exercises Self-Myofascial Release Quick Tips Self-Myofascial Release Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 20. Stretching Exercises Stretching Exercise Quick Tips Stretching Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 21. Strengthening Exercises Strengthening Exercise Quick Tips Strengthening Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Part V. Corrective Exercise Program Design Chapter 22. Building Successful Client Relationships Understanding Basic Motivations and Behavior How Roles Affect Behavior Encouraging Client Participation Functioning as a Facilitator Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 23. Conducting Consultations First Contact Verbal Assessment Process Visual and Hands-On Assessment Process Closing the Deal Review of Key Points Self-Check 1 Self-Check 2 Chapter 24. Structuring Sessions and Programs Beginning and Building Programs Practical Considerations for Beginning and Building Programs Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 25. Sample Sessions and Program Client Background Information Client Goals Structural Assessment Results Exercise Programming and Recommendations Case Study Conclusion Documenting Your Own Clients’ Homework Self-Check Part VI. Business of Corrective Exercise Chapter 26. Enhancing Your Professional Image Perfecting Your Protocols and Procedures Improving Your Image to Attract New Clients Integrating Corrective Exercise Protocols With Current Clients Keys to Success Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 27. Marketing Your Corrective Exercise Services Understanding How Marketing Works Creating Marketing Messages Evaluating Delivery Methods Implementing Your Marketing Strategy Transitioning to a Full-Time Corrective Exercise Specialist Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 28. Scope of Practice, Networks, and Referrals Maintaining Your Scope of Practice Developing Professional Networks and Referrals Social Media and Networking Groups Networking With Your Clients Review of Key Points Self-Check Appendix. Blank Client Assessment Diagram