The text expands on Robin McKenzie's original philosophy of patient empowerment and self-treatment, which was first introduced for the lumbar spine in 1981.
The Cervical and Thoracic Spine: Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
: It provides operational definitions and symptoms for classifying patients into specific mechanical subgroups: Derangement , Dysfunction , and Postural Syndrome .
is a definitive two-volume clinical text by Robin McKenzie and Stephen May that outlines the application of the McKenzie Method® (MDT) to the upper and middle spine. This evidence-based resource is considered essential for healthcare professionals—including physiotherapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths—specializing in the non-surgical management of neck pain, headaches, and trunk-related mechanical syndromes. Core Concepts and Philosophy
: It details a logical system of mechanical force progressions, moving from patient-generated movements to clinician-applied manual therapy when necessary. Content Highlights by Volume
While the set is often sold together, it comprehensively covers both theoretical and practical applications. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
: Central to the method is identifying a "directional preference"—the specific movement that causes pain to centralize (move from the extremities toward the spine) or abolish entirely.
