Proven and safe manipulation techniques for extremity joints and the spine. The new edition of this established practical book now also comprehensively and up-to-date describes the theoretical foundations of manual therapy. In particular, the mechanisms of action of manipulative treatments, the manual therapeutic assessment, clinical prediction rules, and the evidence for tests and manipulative treatments based on scientific findings are presented. The practical section outlines the most important examination steps and the execution of manipulation techniques for the spine and extremity joints. The manual examination is organized according to guiding questions, and the presentation of techniques is structured by treatment goals. The high-quality image sequences are self-explanatory and supplemented by concise texts. The practical section is enriched with numerous tips.