James Earls Livres

"The revised edition of the definitive book on the mechanics, mysteries, and methods of upright walking"-- Provided by publisher

Fascia, the soft tissue surrounding muscles, bones, and organs, plays a crucial role in supporting the body. By learning to intelligently manipulate it, a bodyworker or therapist can help clients with many chronic conditions, providing immediate pain relief as well as reducing ongoing aches and pains. In Fascial Release for Structural Balance, authors James Earls and Thomas Meyers—both respected bodywork professionals—argue that approaching the fascia requires “a different eye, a different touch, and tissue-specific techniques.” Designed for any bodywork practitioner using manual therapy, including physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, myofascial and trigger point therapists, and massage therapists, this book offers a detailed introduction to structural anatomy and fascial release therapy, including postural analysis, complete technique descriptions, and the art of proper assessment of a patient through “bodyreading.” Featuring 150 black-and-white photographs, Fascial Release for Structural Balance provides the information therapists need to give effective treatments and create long-lasting, systemic change in clients’ shape and structure.

"An essential resource for bodyworkers, physical therapists, and sports medicine practitioners-a vital guide to understanding the anatomy, form, and mechanics of the human foot"-- Provided by publisher

"The ability to walk upright on two legs is one of the major traits that define us as humans; yet, scientists still aren't sure why we evolved to walk as we do. In Born to Walk, author James Earls explores the mystery of our evolution by describing in depth the mechanisms that allow us to be efficient in bipedal gait. Viewing the whole body as an interconnected unit, Earls explains how we can regain a flowing efficiency within our gait--an efficiency which, he argues, is part of our natural design. This book is designed for movement therapy practitioners, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, massage therapists, and any bodyworker wishing to help clients by incorporating an understanding of gait and its mechanics. It will also appeal to anyone with an interest in evolution and movement. Drawing on recent research from paleoanthropology, sports science, and anatomy, Earls proposes a complete model of how the whole body cooperates in this three dimensional action."--Publisher description

Designed to help movement therapists, physical therapists, and bodyworkers understand gait and its mechanics, and will appeal to anyone with an interest in evolution and movement. It offers a concise model for understanding the complexity of movement while gaining a deeper insight into the physiology and mechanics of the walking process.

Focusing on myofascial continuities, this book delves into the dynamics of movement, linking real-life and athletic activities with familiar Yoga and Pilates practices. It offers insights into how these disciplines relate to the body's connective tissues, enhancing understanding of movement efficiency and physical well-being. Through this exploration, readers can gain a deeper appreciation for the interplay between various forms of exercise and the anatomical principles that govern them.

Accessibly written and fully illustrated, Functional Anatomy of Movement offers practical applications for physical therapists, chiropractors, and bodyworkers, as well as new tools for teachers of yoga and Pilates to develop a deeper understanding of anatomy and movement.

​Schopnost chodit vzpřímeně na dvou nohách je jednou z hlavních vlastností, která nás odlišuje jako člověka, a přesto důvody jejího vývoje zůstávají mezi vědci tajemstvím. Navíc má chůze zásadní vliv na naše zdraví. V knize Zrozeni k chůzi autor James Earls zkoumá záhadu evoluce chůze tím, že popisuje složité mechanismy, které nám umožňují efektivní chůzi po dvou nohách. Pohlíží na celé tělo jako na propojenou jednotku a vysvětluje, jak můžeme znovu dosáhnout plynulosti v tomto komplexním a složitém typu pohybu. Zásadní publikace o mechanice nabízí fyzioterapeutům, učitelům i všem ostatním, kteří chtějí poznat složitý proces lidské chůze, nový výzkum v oblasti hodnocení, diagnostiky a léčebných přístupů. Earls představuje vhodný model pro porozumění složitosti pohybu a zároveň získává hlubší vhled do fyziologie a mechaniky procesu chůze. Tato kniha je určena praktikům pohybové terapie, fyzioterapeutům, osteopatům, chiropraktikům, masérům, trenérům a dalším, kteří zkoumají pohyb a jeho mechaniku.