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 books are distributed in Canada by UBC Press.
Fascia and Hypermobility Disorders
Structural, Functional and Innovative Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches
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Somatic Techniques for Massage Therapists
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Mobility
A Practical Guide to Enhancing Flexibility and Movement Quality through Myofascial Movements
This book explores how mindful, myofascial-based movement practices can profoundly enhance the quality and efficiency of everyday movement. It uniquely integrates myofascial anatomy with practical movement techniques, bridging the gap between scientific insight and hands-on application.
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The Integral Movement Method for Hypermobility Management
An essential guide to the Integral Movement method for managing hypermobility conditions, from an author with decades of personal, research and professional experience, particularly with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
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Optimizing Women’s Health and Training
Embracing Female Physiology for Performance and Wellbeing
Using research on female physiology and its effects on physical performance and psychology, this book informs physical practitioners and athletes on how best to navigate and take advantage of the female body’s cycles during physical training.
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The Head and Neck
Theory and Practice
This is a must-have multi-disciplinary and deeply comprehensive resource on the treatment and management of musculoskeletal dysfunction in the neck and head. Written for manual therapy clinicians, researchers, and educators, it covers an extensive range of conditions.
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A Movement Educator's Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth
Written for movement professionals, this book is packed full of research and practices that take a whole body approach to working with pregnant clients.
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Evolved to Move
Using the Alexander Technique to Reduce Pain and Improve Fitness
This introduction to the groundbreaking Alexander Technique shows all types of healthcare and movement professional how to improve their clients’ posture, liberate their range of motion, and reduce joint pain caused by bad postural habits.
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Pilates Applications for Health Conditions Volume 2
Locomotor System Conditions
Edited by two international experts in movement education, this comprehensive reference examines musculoskeletal and movement Conditions, and how we can improve gait, balance, and quality of life. Designed for Pilates teachers, movement educators, continuing education providers, and trainee teachers.
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Pilates Applications for Health Conditions Volume 1
Multi-System Conditions
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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Pilates Applications for Health Conditions Two-Volume Set
Edited by two international experts in movement education, this comprehensive reference examines how we can improve gait, balance, and quality of life for both multi-system and musculoskeletal conditions. Designed for Pilates teachers, movement educators, continuing education providers, and trainee teachers.
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The Principles and Practice of Yoga for Children and Adolescents
The Principles and Practice of Yoga for Children and Adolescents consists of contributions by expert scientists who have conducted and published research on yoga in children and adolescents.
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