David obtained his primary degree from the University of Queensland and subsequently earned a Graduate Diploma in Advanced Manipulative Therapy in 1985 and a Masters by research in 1996 from the University of South Australia.
He has written and co-written many publications and is the author of the texts, Mobilisation of the Nervous System written in 1991 and published by Churchill Livingstone, and The Sensitive Nervous System, published by NOI. David has also recently completed the text Explain Pain, a patient directed book, co-authored with Lorimer Moseley.
David has taught concepts of clinical reasoning, physical health of the nervous system and pain sciences for many years and in many countries. In Australia, he is an adjunct lecturer at the University of South Australia.
David has research interests in pain measurement and mechanisms based classifications of pain. Food, wine and fishing are also research interests.
Country of Residence: Australia
Publications:
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ISBN
Abstract
The Sensitive Nervous System
9780975091005
The Sensitive Nervous System updates and integrates the growing science of neurodynamics into current practise. Physical examination of the nervous system is carefully illustrated and explained, and management strategies are underpinned by cutting-edge neurobiology and evidence-based medicine.
Explain Pain
9780975091005
A ground-breaking concept in its content and presentation, Explain Pain aims to demystify the process of understanding and managing pain. It brings the body to life in a way that makes an interesting read for therapists and pain sufferers alike.
Peripheral Nerve: Structure, Function and Physiology
Butler DS, Tomberlin J 2007 In: Magee DJ, Zachazewski JE & Quillen WS (eds) Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Vol 2, Elsevier, New York