The Mulligan Concept of Manual Therapy, 2e

A Practical Reference for Clinicians

The Mulligan Concept of Manual Therapy, second edition, brings together the core techniques used in Mulligan Concept courses around the world. Rather than a theoretical overview, this textbook focuses on the clinical application of mobilisation with movement, home exercises, and taping methods. The authors—Wayne Hing, Toby Hall, and Brian Mulligan—draw on decades of teaching and clinical practice to create a resource that can be opened in the clinic, classroom, or home study space.

What Makes This Edition Different

More than 250 techniques are presented using a consistent, easy-to-follow format. Each technique includes clear indications, step-by-step application details, and modifications where relevant. The second edition adds new techniques that were not part of the first edition, updates images for improved clarity, and incorporates current evidence references throughout the chapters. This structure helps readers understand not only what to do, but also why a particular approach may be appropriate.

Coverage from Head to Foot

The book is organized into 14 regional chapters that span the entire body. Upper quadrant coverage includes the cervical spine, temporomandibular joint, shoulder complex, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand—along with chapters on cervicogenic headache and dizziness. Lower quadrant chapters address the lumbar spine, sacroiliac joint, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. A final chapter focuses on pain release phenomena, which are distinct from mobilisation with movement but can be useful in resistant clinical presentations.

Using the Techniques Safely

The Mulligan Concept is built on a simple principle: techniques should be pain-free when indicated and immediately effective. The text explains the underlying guidelines and clinical reasoning needed to select and progress techniques appropriately. Descriptions are detailed enough for learners, while the standardized format allows experienced clinicians to quickly locate a technique and review modifications.

Who Will Find This Useful

The authors designed this book for physiotherapy students, educators, researchers, and both novice and experienced manual therapists. Because it follows the curriculum of Mulligan Concept courses, it serves as a companion for formal training while also standing alone as a clinical reference. Anyone working with musculoskeletal conditions who wants a systematic, evidence-informed approach to mobilisation with movement will find relevant guidance in these pages.