Short description:

Combines the evidence-based knowledge from the fields of orthodontics, plastic and neurosurgery, as well as otolaryngeal treatments, physiotherapy and manual therapy to provide treatment strategies for clinicians interested in craniofacial problems.

Long description:

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. The authors combine the latest evidence-based knowledge from the fields of orthodontics, plastic and neurosurgery, as well as otolaryngeal treatments, physiotherapy and manual therapy to provide new treatment strategies for clinicians interested in craniofacial problems. This approach is based on the latest clinical reasoning models. Grounded in pain science theory and modern craniofacial growth concepts, the techniques can be integrated into any manual, neuro-orthopaedic orientated treatment model. This approach can be easily used in the daily clinic and adapted to a variety of patterns of craniofacial pain.

• Practical, evidence-based and comprehensive
• Highly illustrated
• Clearly described manual techniques and management strategies
• Clinically relevant
• Includes contributions from leaders in the field
• Covers adult and paediatric treatment

Table of Contents:

Craniocervical Dysfunction and Pain - where are we today? Functional Anatomy of the Craniomandibular and Craniofacial Region: A Palpation Perspective. Guidelines for assessment of the craniomandibular and craniofacial region. Therapeutic communication during management of cranio-facial pain. Reciprocal connection between the craniocervical and the craniomandibular region - a hypothetical model. Cervical Instability. Treatment and Management of Cervical Instability. Physical Examination of Dysfunctions in the Craniomandibular Region. Craniomandibular Region - Clinical Patterns and Management. Craniomandibular dysgnathia: Orthodontic classification, assessment and management. Craniomandibular contribution to craniocervical dysfunction - management with the aid of neuromuscular splints. Muscular Dysfunction And Pain In The Craniofacial And Craniomandibular Region: Recommendations For Examination And Treatment. Neuromusculoskeletal plasticity of the craniomandibular region - basic principles and recommendations for optimal rehabilitation. The neurocranium: Assessment and treatment techniques. The Viscerocranium: examination and treatment guidelines. The Cranial Nervous System: Assessment and Treatment Basics. Assessment and treatment of cranial nervous tissue. Treatment Guidelines for Neurodynamic Techniques and Palpation of the Cranial Nervous System. Headaches in children: the state of the art. Assessment, evaluation and management of juvenile headache patients. Postural changes in the craniofacial and craniocervical regions as a result of changed breathing patterns. Management of craniofacial and cervical postural changes in children with altered breathing patterns. Clinical presentations from daily practice - how would you deal with these cases?. Appendix 1: Anamnestic -questionnaire (EWMM). Appendix 2: Checklist for non-communicating children with pain. Appendix 3: Overview of a diary for children. Appendix 4: Findings Sheet