Overview

Integrating holistic treatments into movement and wellness practices, Cultivating a Sustainable Core is an indispensable guide for initiating and organizing assessments and interventions for patients with multiple injuries. Drawing on clinical research and years of experience in physical therapy, sports medicine, athletic conditioning and yoga, this book explains why the author first addresses the body's dynamic central motor stability and efficiency when treating clients. Cultivating a Sustainable Core demonstrates how the application of breathing, mindful movement and cognitive reframing practices can counteract the effects of detrimental postural and movement habits, breath and thought patterns, pain, and chronic stress. Extensive research backs up the author's discoveries while illustrations and user-friendly practices bring the theory and practical techniques to life.

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Author:   Elizabeth Duncanson ,  Masha Pimas ,  Shelly Prosko ,  Alicia Freile
Publisher:   Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint:   Singing Dragon
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 22.60cm
Weight:   0.461kg
ISBN:  

9781787754201

ISBN 10:   1787754200
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   21 July 2023
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

"Acknowledgements Disclaimers Foreword by Shelly Prosko Preface Author Journey Core Concepts How To Use This Book PART I: CORE FOUNDATIONS 1. Introduction To The Core Integrated and Holistic Rehabilitation Trends Regional Interdependence Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Models of Health 2. Introduction To Yoga Koshas Eight Limbs of Yoga 3. Layers Of The Core 4. Basic Terminology Planes of Movement Relative Anatomical Locations and Movements PART TWO: THE SUSTAINABLE CORE 5. The Bony Core Bony Core Anatomy Neutral Spine Posture Discussion How to Find a Neutral Spine Zone Passive Connective Tissue Fascia Tensegrity 6. The Muscular Core Core Muscles Proximal Stability Yields Distal Mobility Sustainable Core Muscles Pelvic Floor Muscles (PFM) Healthy PFM PFM Influencers Compromised PFM PFM Rehabilitation Coordination of PFM with Abdominal Muscles Transverse Abdominis Muscle (TVA) Healthy TVA Compromised TVA Parallel PFM and the Diaphragm Respiratory Diaphragm Muscle (RD) Traditional Core Intra-Abdominal pressure ""Wings"" Kinetic Chain Theory Glottis / Vocal Folds Three Diaphragm Muscles Axial Extension and Co-contraction Exploring The Sustainable Core Muscles Barriers to Sustainable Core Recruitment Barrier 1: Chronic Poor Posture with Crossed Syndromes Barrier 2: Unmanaged Intra-Abdominal Pressure Barrier 3: Persistent Overuse of Accessory Breathing Muscles 7. The Breathing Core Breathing Mechanics Inspiration Accessory Inspiration Muscles Expiration and Accessory Expiration Muscles Breathing Pattern Disorders (BPD) Chest Breathing Mouth Breathing and Sleep Apnea Respiratory Muscle Training Hyperventilation Emergency Core Muscles (Accessory Breathing Muscles) Sympathetic Core Muscle Recruitment Vagal Tone Pranayama Deep Slow Breathing Polyvagal Theory Abdomino-Diaphragmatic Breath (Calming Breath) Thoraco-Diaphragmatic Breath (Centering Breath) Three-Part Breath (Dirga Pranayama; Full, Yogic Breath) Ujjayi Breath (Controlled Glottal Breath) Three Diaphragms and Energy 8. The Mindful Core Why Does Yoga Work? Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Vagal Tone Gut-Brain Axis Interception Mindfulness Conscious Competence Learning Model Pain Science Compassionate Health Care 9. Energetic Core Gunas Prana Nadis Chakras Vayus Bandhas and Diaphragm Mudras Modified Maha Bandha PART THREE: PRACTICES 10. Implementing Change via Therapeutic Exercise Yoga and Healthy Lifestyles Order of Exercise Progression Graded Load And Pacing Planes Of Gravity And Developmental Progress Check in with Sustainable Core 11. Breathing Exercises Duration Instructions Box Breath Lengthening the Exhalation Instructions Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana) Instructions ""Abdomino-Diaphragmatic Breath"" Instructions ""Thoraco-Diaphragmatic Breath"" Instructions ""Three-Part Breath"" (Dirga Pranayama) Instructions ""Ujjayi Breath"" (Controlled Glottal Breath) Instructions 12. Therapeutic Physical - Energetic Practices Reverse Kegel (PFM Awareness) Exercise Instructions Transverse Abdominis (TVA) Recruitment with Belly Breath Scapular Retraction and Depression Supine Marching Neutral Spine Posture in Quadruped Pregnant Cat Quadruped Spinal Extension and Flexion (Cat and Cow) Quadruped with Spinal Side-Bending and Rotation Standing Thorax Rotation at the Wall Plank on Forearms/Elbows Plank on Hands Downward Facing Dog Mountain Pose Standing Side-Bends with Overhead Arm Stretch Chair Pose Functional Squat"

Reviews

"Liz Duncanson shares profound personal stories, insights, movement practices, and wisdom in this book. She blends yoga with updated functional biomechanics and spirituality for the ""Earth Suit"" and the ""Ethereal Realm"". The book is a treasure for health care providers, wellness practitioners, and also those seeking to optimize their own mind, body and spirit as integrated, interdependent parts. Readers will obtain a broad myofascial, viscerosomatic, neuroendocrine and energetic view of the core of the body, in contrast to what has previously been depicted in the scientific world as a fragmented isolated centre of the body core. The use of imagery, illustrations and exercise sequencing combine to create a guide for fitness as well as rehabilitation and the results of implementing this work can lead to an aligned, mindful, fully breathing core. Liz Duncanson elegantly defines and explains the yoga practices that offer spiritual awareness, growth, and a glimpse into bliss and offers readers pearls beyond yoga Asanas and Pranayama. I highly recommend it. -- Maureen Mason, DPT, WCS, PYT, author of Pelvic Rehabilitation Cultivating a Sustainable Core demonstrates the necessity for Yoga Therapy as a modality right along with Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning and Physical Therapy. This book will be useful for physical & mental health professionals, as well as anyone who is looking to perform well in any movement activity, as well as any stage of life. -- Amy Wheeler, Ph.D. Former President of the Board of International Association of Yoga Therapists Founder of Optimal State Liz Duncanson beautifully and skillfully illustrates the role of the Physical Therapist as an entry point to deeper change. She weaves the interconnection of the body itself with that of the whole person offering rich nuances and depth to the discussion of the core in an accessible and applicable manner. This book will benefit the healthcare practitioner wanting to learn more and to bring this integrative work into their practice as well as the person seeking to work with their own personal experience. -- Marlysa Sullivan DPT, C-IAYT Author of Understanding Yoga Therapy and Yoga and Science in Pain Care Cultivating a Sustainable Core by Elizabeth Duncanson is an invaluable resource that will revolutionize a clinician's approach to musculoskeletal rehabilitation. The book offers a comprehensive framework that seamlessly integrates the body, mind, and breath, providing a holistic perspective on core strength and stability. With its practical exercises and insightful guidance, this book would empower any clinician to enhance their patients' recovery journeys and achieve sustainable, long-term results. -- Dr. Susan C Clinton PT DScPT OCS WCS FAAOMPT NBC-HWC"

Liz Duncanson shares profound personal stories, insights, movement practices, and wisdom in this book. She blends yoga with updated functional biomechanics and spirituality for the Earth Suit and the Ethereal Realm . The book is a treasure for health care providers, wellness practitioners, and also those seeking to optimize their own mind, body and spirit as integrated, interdependent parts. Readers will obtain a broad myofascial, viscerosomatic, neuroendocrine and energetic view of the core of the body, in contrast to what has previously been depicted in the scientific world as a fragmented isolated centre of the body core. The use of imagery, illustrations and exercise sequencing combine to create a guide for fitness as well as rehabilitation and the results of implementing this work can lead to an aligned, mindful, fully breathing core. Liz Duncanson elegantly defines and explains the yoga practices that offer spiritual awareness, growth, and a glimpse into bliss and offers readers pearls beyond yoga Asanas and Pranayama. I highly recommend it. -- Maureen Mason, DPT, WCS, PYT, author of Pelvic Rehabilitation Cultivating a Sustainable Core demonstrates the necessity for Yoga Therapy as a modality right along with Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning and Physical Therapy. This book will be useful for physical & mental health professionals, as well as anyone who is looking to perform well in any movement activity, as well as any stage of life. -- Amy Wheeler, Ph.D. Former President of the Board of International Association of Yoga Therapists Founder of Optimal State

Author Information

Liz Gillem Duncanson is a Licensed Physical Therapist, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Athletic Trainer, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She has over 30 years of experience in Sports Medicine and over 20 years of practice in Physical Therapy and Orthopedics. She is owner and sole proprietor of Body Temple Physical Therapy and Yoga, a private physical therapy practice, in Oakland, California and Body Temple Online, an international yoga therapy education provider.

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