Description
Robert Lever BA DO is a highly-skilled and well-respected practising osteopath with over 40 years' of experience in providing holistic and compassionate care. He is also a gifted and empathetic teacher who strives to share with his students the understanding of the background science and philosophy of osteopathy which is essential for the effective delivery of care. For over 35 years he lectured on the Principles of Osteopathic Practice at European School of Osteopathy, Maidstone, UK which later awarded him its Medal of Honour for services to osteopathic education.
Prologue Introduction Finding the health and the holistic paradigm The Diagnostic Framework Focal points: less is more Listening touch, projection and intention: reaching the Total Lesion The Lesion: somatic dysfunction for osteopaths Structure and patterns of unwellness: examples Transcending technique The Magic of Correction 'Classical', 'Cranial' .....What does it all mean? As treatment unfolds Stress and Trauma Wider connections for both patient and practitioner Prognosis: pathology versus dysfunction The Practitioner Experience