Foundations of Osteopathic Medicine: Philosophy, Science, Clinical Applications, and Research - Kurt P Heinking - LWW

Providing broad, multidisciplinary coverage of many aspects of osteopathic practice, Foundations of Osteopathic Medicine: Philosophy, Science, Clinical Applications, and Research, 5th Edition, remains the most current, comprehensive text available in osteopathic medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM). Endorsed by the American Osteopathic Association, this proven resource defines osteopathic terminology and techniques and instills a confident understanding essential to clinical success. The fully revised fifth edition reflects current osteopathic considerations in the basic sciences, behavioral sciences, family practice and primary care, and the clinical specialties, making the key tenets of osteopathic practice more accessible. This new edition also demonstrates a wide variety of osteopathic manipulative methods in vivid detail.