Handspring Publishing

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Established in Scotland in 2011, Handspring Publishing is recognized as a leading publisher in the field of manual therapies and movement. Handspring publishes highly illustrated books that support bodyworkers and manual therapists to further their understanding of the human body and its movement and to practically apply this knowledge to their practice.

Handspring Publishing was acquired by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in March 2022, and is now operating under the Singing Dragon imprint. Their book are distributed in Canada by UBC Press.

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Principles and Practice of Yoga for Children and Adolescents

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing
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Principles and Practice of Yoga in Health Care, Second Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

This second edition provides the most extensive compendium of yoga therapy research and its findings. It has been fully updated with new contributors and a more accessible approach, and includes a brand-new chapter on the implementation of yoga therapy in medical systems.

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Balanced Ligamentous Tension in Osteopathic Practice

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Balanced Ligamentous Tension has been welcomed by osteopaths worldwide who seek to work precisely but with patient comfort and safety. As well as giving technical guidance and acting as a reference, this book seeks to nurture understanding of the reciprocal relationship between structural integrity and healthy function in the body.

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Pilates Applications for Health Conditions

Programs and Perspectives

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Edited by two international experts in movement education, this comprehensive reference examines 24 health conditions that improve gait, balance, and quality of life. Designed for Pilates teachers, movement educators, continuing education providers, and trainee teachers, it demonstrates applications for clinical practice, home studios and online.

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Fascia Training in Athletic Performance

Principles and Applications

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Fascia Training in Athletic Performance is a fully illustrated guide to the practical applications of fascia training for athletes. Designed specifically with sports coaches in mind, it draws on both cutting-edge fascia research, and the author's two decades of experience in performance coaching.

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The Vagus Nerve in Therapeutic Practice

Working with Clients to Manage Stress and Enhance Mind-Body Function

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

The Vagus Nerve in Therapeutic Practice explains the importance and benefits of self-regulating the nervous system, focusing on the vagus nerve. The author addresses the anatomy and evolution of the vagus nerve, and describes practical, evidence-based methods to stimulate it, giving practitioners the tools to assist their clients in myriad ways.

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Somatic Practice in Yoga Therapy

Explorations of body, movement, mind, and self

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing
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Assessment and Treatment Methods for Manual Therapists

The Most Effective and Efficient Treatment Every Time

By Jeffrey Burch; Illustrated by Peter Anthony
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

This book is a comprehensive guide to the most up-to-date assessment and treatment methods that form the cornerstone of manual therapy. Complete with step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations, this best-practice guide is essential reading for both practitioners and students across manual therapy looking to elevate their practice.

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Myofascial Induction™ 2-volume set

An Anatomical Approach to Fascial Dysfunction

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

An illustrated two-volume set depicting the effect of manual interventions on underlying body structures. Each volume contains full colour photographs of the dissection of non-embalmed cadavers and covers the science, principles and applications of Myofascial Inductions to the upper body, thoracic and lumbar spine, pelvis and lower body.

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Myofascial Induction™ Volume 2: The Lower Body

An Anatomical Approach to the Treatment of Fascial Dysfunction

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

Volume 2 of this two-book set summarizes and expands on the theoretical aspects covered in Volume 1, and explains the therapeutic procedures of MIT for the thoracic and lumbar spine, the pelvis, and the lower body with full colour photographs of non-embalmed cadavers.

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An Inner Approach to Cranial Osteopathy

By Timothy Marris; Foreword by Hollis King
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

A holistic guide to Cranial Osteopathy, helping the practitioner to understand and develop their own specific treatment approach. With a focus on strengthening both your mental and physical osteopathic skill set, this guide will help you 'centre' yourself in your practice, and apply this approach to the different areas of the body.

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The Science of Movement, Exercise, and Mental Health

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Handspring Publishing

This book provides both the scientific underpinnings of the link between movement and mental health, and practical advice to help individuals achieve their goals. Inspired by the author's 17 years' experience in movement therapy, it is professionally focussed and broadly applicable across a range of different disciplines.

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