The second edition of the Neurological Physiotherapy Pocketbook is the only book for physiotherapists that provides essential evidence-based information in a unique and easy-to-use format for the current evidence in clinical settings.

Written by new international editors and contributors, this pocketbook provides quick and easy access to essential clinical information.

 Key feature:

Pocketbook size for when out on clinical placement or working in clinical practice

Revised and brand new chapters on neurological rehabilitation and essential components

Concentrates on the six most common conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury

Use of case studies to illustrate specifics of assessment, management and recommended measurement tools

Together with the textbook Physical Management for Neurological Conditions 4E, it presents all essential components and conditions for undergraduates and therapists working in neurological clinical practice.

 

Pocketbook size for when out on clinical placement or working in clinical practice

Revised and brand new chapters on neurological rehabilitation and essential components

Concentrates on the six most common conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury

Use of case studies to illustrate specifics of assessment, management and recommended measurement tools

- Expands guiding principles of neurological rehabilitation

- Contains completely revised chapters on essential components

- Concentrates on six most common conditions (stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's and Guillain Barré Syndrome)

Beginning with the pathophysiology of stroke and spinal cord injury and the anatomical context of the brain and spinal cord, this book describes the changes, complications, systemic involvement, medical and surgical management of stroke and spinal injury patients.

It focuses not only on the neuromuscular rehabilitation but also discusses multi-system rehabilitation management.

With an international author group with vast collective experience in the field, the book examines secondary conditions such as urological, GI, cognitive, respiratory, speech & language and occupational problems.

The book also incorporates recent advances in Western spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation science, along with global perspectives.

Key points

·         Guide to medical and surgical management of stroke and spinal injury

·         Discusses both neuromuscular rehabilitation and multi-system rehabilitation management

·         Covers secondary conditions associated with stroke and spinal injury

·         Includes recent advances in Western spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation science

 

 

The third edition of this convenient pocket guide presents a comprehensive collection of clinical tests for all the major musculoskeletal structures. New tests have been added and existing tests fully revised to include the most practical, relevant, and up-to-date information for the effective evaluation of the musculoskeletal system.

The book is organized by body region, with chapters devoted to the spine; shoulder; elbow; wrist, hand, and fingers; hip; knee; and foot and ankle. Each of these chapters opens with a figure depicting range of motion and an algorithm that provides a quick overview of symptoms, tests, imaging, and diagnosis. Additional chapters on posture deficiencies, venous thrombosis, occlusive arterial disease and neurovascular compression syndromes, and disturbances of the central nervous system complete the book.

For each clinical test, readers will find a step-by-step description of the procedure, followed by a concise discussion of assessment and possible diagnoses for that test.

Special Features:

• Succinct descriptions of initial tests, functional tests, stress tests, and stability tests
• More than 600 precise line drawings augment the text and reinforce key concepts
• Helpful tips and guidance for the clinical examination, from taking patient history to selecting the appropriate tests and further course of action
• Extensive bibliography of recommended literature for additional reading

The third edition of Clinical Tests for the Musculoskeletal System is an essential tool for the physical examination and diagnosis of functional impairments of musculoskeletal structures. This user-friendly handbook is ideal for orthopaedists, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, osteopathic physicians, and residents in these specialties.

 This volume provides integral knowledge of all aspects of stroke care and rehabilitation after stroke, and is therefore highly relevant for nurses who work in rehabilitation centers. It  outlines the several phases after stroke, for example the type of care patients may receive in the chronically phase at home. Nurses will obtain knowledge about treatment, importance of observation and caring with a special focus on communication problems, swallowing problems, activities of daily living, urinary and defecation problems, shoulder and hand issues.

Thanks to photographs, nurses will learn to transfer patients in the adequate positions. Several chapters provide nurses with examples of effective and efficient collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals, informal caregivers and patients themselves. There is also an emphasis on behavior and cognitive functioning. And lastly, in the final chapters authors highlight the organization of rehabilitation and integrated care issues.

Nurses play a very important role in rehabilitation, education, counseling, prevention, and caring for patients with cerebrovascular accident (CVA). In caring for stroke patients, nurses need specific competences and abilities that go beyond the general neurologic knowledge and experience. Nurses need to collaborate in an efficient and effective manner with multidisciplinary team members in their organization and  across organizations. This book discusses medical aspects and specific symptoms of a stroke, as well as the limitations that patients experience, and which interventions are indicated for recovery.

 

...jam-packed with...information and illustrations....a practical, compact, and handy guide to assessing and treating clients who have any number of complaints pertaining to their neck, back and spine and providing aftercare instructions. -- BIZ INDIA

For any therapist who has been challenged by a client complaining of pain or stiffness in the neck or back, The Big Back Book: Tips & Tricks for Therapists is packed with ideas and suggestions for the assessment, treatment, and aftercare of the spine. The author shares tips gathered from many years of experience as a physical therapist and massage therapist, providing step-by-step guidance on everything from testing range of motion and documenting findings, to locating specific muscles and vertebrae, to identifying the source of pain and managing posture and muscle tone issues. With a clear and conversational writing style and easy-to-follow organization of chapters, this book allows readers to gain valuable insights and immediately apply techniques into practice.

Highlights:

• Organizes material by sections on cervical spine, thoracic spine, and lumbar spine with each section following a consistent format to aid in quick reference of needed information
• Presents commonly asked questions, answered by the author, throughout the text
• Offers helpful hints for encouraging client self-care
• Includes useful tables, forms, checklists, and questionnaires to optimize treatment outcomes
• Clarifies methods and concepts with more than 900 simple line drawings

The wealth of practical advice and information contained within makes The Big Back Book: Tips & Tricks for Therapists a must-have volume for massage therapists, physical therapists, and osteopaths with clients seeking relief from neck and back pain. Practitioners and students alike will enhance their knowledge and expand their repertoire of assessment and treatment techniques.

 An account of the neurobiology of motor recovery in the arm and hand after stroke by two experts in the field. Stroke is a leading cause of disability in adults and recovery is often difficult, with existing rehabilitation therapies largely ineffective. In Broken Movement, John Krakauer and S. Thomas Carmichael, both experts in the field, provide an account of the neurobiology of motor recovery in the arm and hand after stroke. They cover topics that range from behavior to physiology to cellular and molecular biology. Broken Movement is the only accessible single-volume work that covers motor control and motor learning as they apply to stroke recovery and combines them with motor cortical physiology and molecular biology. The authors cast a critical eye at current frameworks and practices, offer new recommendations for promoting recovery, and propose new research directions for the study of brain repair. Krakauer and Carmichael discuss such subjects as the behavioral phenotype of hand and arm paresis in human and non-human primates; the physiology and anatomy of the motor system after stroke; mechanisms of spontaneous recovery; the time course of early recovery; the challenges of chronic stroke; and pharmacological and stem cell therapies. They argue for a new approach in which patients are subjected to higher doses and intensities of rehabilitation in a more dynamic and enriching environment early after stroke. Finally they review the potential of four areas to improve motor recovery: video gaming and virtual reality, invasive brain stimulation, re-opening the sensitive period after stroke, and the application of precision medicine.

Description: Concise and portable, Braddom’s Clinical Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, by Drs. David X. Cifu and Henry L. Lew, gives you dependable, up-to-date content in a handbook format ideally suited for use at the bedside or in outpatient clinics. This quick reference covers the everyday topics you need - assistive devices and orthoses, spasticity, pediatric, adult, and geriatric care, pain management, outcome measures, and much more - all derived from the most trusted name in the field of PM&R.

Features:

Reader-friendly format with succinct, templated chapters for ease of use. Authoritative content derived from the #1 comprehensive reference in the field: Braddom’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. An ideal resource for the entire rehabilitation team as a quick reference or study guide. Highlights key concepts spanning the full spectrum of rehabilitation medicine to help optimize outcomes for patients with a range of chronic diseases, impairments, and disabilities. Online videos provide guidance on essential techniques including Muscle Energy Technique; Paraffin Bath; Monophasic Arterial Doppler Waveform; Feeding Training with Putty; Lachman Test; and Carbidopa- and Levodopa-Induced Dyskinesia. Includes eSlides complied by internationally renowned experts to summarize key teaching points and clinical pearls. Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Table Of Contents:

SECTION 1 Evaluation 1. The Physiatric History and Physical Examination 2. History and Examination of the Pediatric Patient 3. Adult Neurogenic Communication and Swallowing Disorders 4. Psychological Assessment and Intervention in Rehabilitation 5. Practical Aspects Of Impairment Rating And Disability Determination 6. Employment of People with Disabilities 7. Quality and Outcome Measures for Medical Rehabilitation 8. Electrodiagnostic Medicine SECTION 2 Treatment Techniques and Special Equipment 9. Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Restoration in Upper Limb Amputation 10. Lower Limb Amputation and Gait 11. Upper Limb Orthoses 12. Lower Limb Orthoses 13. Spinal Orthoses 14. Wheelchairs and Seating Systems 15. Therapeutic Exercise 16. Manipulation, Traction, and Massage 17. Physical Agent Modalities 18. Integrative Medicine in Rehabilitation 19. Computer Assistive Devices and Environmental Controls SECTION 3 Common Clinical Problems 20. Bladder Dysfunction 21. Neurogenic Bowel: Dysfunction and Rehabilitation 22. Sexual Dysfunction and Disability 23. Spasticity 24. Chronic Wounds 25. Vascular Diseases 26. Burns 27. Acute Medical Conditions 28. Chronic Medical Conditions: Pulmonary Disease, Organ Transplantation, and Diabetes 29. Cancer Rehabilitation 30. The Geriatric Patient 31. Rheumatologic Rehabilitation SECTION 4 Issues in Specific Diagnoses 32. Common Neck Problems 33. Low Back Pain 34. Osteoporosis 35. Upper Limb Pain and Dysfunction 36. Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Lower Limb 37. Chronic Pain 38. Pelvic Floor Disorders 39. Sports Medicine and Adaptive Sports 40. Motor Neuron Diseases 41. Rehabilitation of Patients with Neuropathies 42. Myopathy 43. Traumatic Brain Injury 44. Stroke Syndromes 45. Degenerative Movement Disorders of the Central Nervous System 46. Multiple Sclerosis 47. Cerebral Palsy 48. Myelomeningocele and Other Spinal Dysraphisms 49. Spinal Cord Injury 50. Auditory, Vestibular, and Visual Impairments

This updated reference provides a contemporary perspective on pediatric Physical Therapy in a convenient outline format ideal for daily consultation. Consistent with APTA's "Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 3.0," Handbook of Pediatric Physical Therapy , 3rd Edition helps both students and professionals quickly locate essential information necessary to effectively assess, diagnose, and plan interventions. This edition reflects the latest advances in the field as it presents each condition's etiology, assessment considerations, treatment, and all other information related to contemporary pediatric physical therapy practice. UPDATED! The latest information on growth and development, pediatric disorders, measurement, interventions, assistive technology, and administrative issues is presented in an outline format that allows readers to answer clinical questions quickly. NEW! Additional coverage on orthopedics, wellness, and autism spectrum disorder brings the book thoroughly up-to-date. NEW! Up-to-date material has been added on the latest interventions, including strategies that are implemented in the NICU. NEW! Use of current language and perspectives used across service systems and the field's latest assessments prepares readers to meet the need of clients in today's pediatric practice. NEW! Information from up-to-date fact sheets produced by the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy outline current best practices. UPDATED! A focus on a comprehensive, holistic intervention approach that leads to functional outcomes and active participation of the child is supplemented by coverage of today's available protocols. NEW! Coverage of standardized tests now appears in a separate Measurement Instrument Section at the end of Chapter 3. eBook available for purchase. Fast, smart, and convenient, today's eBooks can transform learning. These interactive, fully searchable tools offer 24/7 access on multiple devices, the ability to highlight and share notes, and more.

·  1. Growth and Development

·  Biomechanical Influences on Development

·  Motor Development

·  Development of Ambulation

·  Development of Postural Control

·  Development of Adaptive Skills

·  Cognitive Development

·  Speech and Language Development

·  Development of vision

·  Play

·  Psychosocial and Emotional Development

·  Physical Growth

·  2. Pediatric Conditions

·  Introduction

·  Disruptions to the Typical Process of Development

·  Genetic Disorders

·  Prematurity

·  Disorders of Growth

·  Infections

Fully revised and updated, the second edition of Hand Surgery has been broadened to reflect the diverse nature of the speciality, providing more detail on hand therapy and alternatives to hand surgery, whilst maintaining surgical techniques in line with current guidelines. The compact format of Hand Surgery, part of the Oxford Specialist Handbooks in Surgery series, is designed to work both as a revision guide, with clearly organised chapters and headings throughout, and as an aide-memoire for fine detail such as pathology classifications. Featuring an authoritative list of contributors from hand surgeons and therapists, this new edition reflects the close working relationships between the two disciplines and draws from the knowledge of experts in the field.

Description: The fifth edition of this seminal textbook continues to provide those who are studying or are in practice with comprehensive evidence-based coverage of all the main aspects of respiratory and cardiac physiotherapy throughout the whole lifespan – neonates, infants, children, adolescents and adults – with the patient at centre and advocating a problem-based approach. For the new edition, Jennifer Pryor and Ammani Prasad hand the baton of editorship and their lasting legacy over to Eleanor Main and Linda Denehy. With a team of over 60 international expert authors, the new editors have incorporated major changes reflecting current cardiorespiratory physiotherapy education and practice. These changes are heralded by a new title – Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy: Adults and Paediatrics (formerly Physiotherapy for Respiratory and Cardiac Problems: Adults and Paediatrics) – and a significant restructure of the content with a new set of chapters. A new key chapter on anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system lays the foundation which is then followed by a chapter on clinical assessment of adults, infants and children, and acutely ill or deteriorating patients. Additional new content includes a chapter on outcome measurement in practice and a large chapter describing rehabilitation in acute and chronic conditions in special populations including spinal cord injury, oncology, trauma and paediatrics. The chapter on therapeutic interventions is comprehensive and reflective of evidence based practice.
Features:
Integrates evidence with clinical practice Case studies used to facilitate problem solving Boxes throughout highlighting key issues and points Emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to patient care Bank of 350 images on Evolve Resources. Log on to https://evolve.elsevier.com/Main/cardiorespiratory and register to access.
New To This Edition:
Newly appointed editors – Eleanor Main (UK) and Linda Denehy (Australia) Content restructure and overhaul with contributions from over 60 world leading experts Chapters on: Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system Clinical assessment of the adult, infant/child and the acutely ill/deteriorating patient Outcome measurement in practice Therapeutic interventions Managing special populations Over 180 new figures including additional full-colour photographs
Table Of Contents:
Foreword About The Editors Preface Acknowledgements Contributors 1 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM Mandy Jones, Alex Harvey, Eleanor Main 2 CLINICAL ASSESSMENT Adults Amanda Thomas, Lyndal J Maxwell Infant and Child Eleanor Main The Acutely Ill or Deteriorating Patient Sarah Keilty 3 THORACIC IMAGING Adults Conor D Collins, Susan J Copley Paediatrics Joy L Barber, Christopher D George 4 CARDIAC AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES Andrew D Hirschhorn, Sean F Mungovan, David A B Richards 5 RESPIRATORY DISEASES Anne E Holland, Jennifer A Alison With a contribution from Alex Harvey and Mandy Jones 6 OUTCOME MEASUREMENT IN CARDIORESPIRATORY PHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE Selina M Parry, Linda Denehy With Contributions from Claire E Baldwin, Bronwen Connolly, Elizabeth H Skinner, Sally J Singh, Sarah Rand, Craig A Williams 7 PHYSIOTHERAPY INTERVENTIONS Eleanor Main With contributions from Sue Berney, Linda Denehy, Michelle Chatwin, Mark R Elkins, Daniel Flunt, Amanda J Piper, Annemarie L Lee, Bredge Mccarren, Harriet Shannon, Rosemary Moore, Sarah Rand, Barbara A Webber, Marie T Williams 8 OPTIMIZING ENGAGEMENT AND ADHERENCE WITH THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS Mandy Bryon 9 ADULT INTENSIVE CARE Jennifer Paratz, George Ntoumenopoulos, Alice Y M Jones, Claire Fitzgerald 10 PAEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE Paediatric Mechanical Support Stewart Reid, Mark J Peters Physiotherapy Management of Ventilated Infants and Children Eleanor Main, Alicia J Spittle 11 CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY FOR ADULTS Doa El-Ansary, Julie C Reeve, Sulakshana, Balachandran, Michelle Mulligan, Linda Denehy 12 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND REHABILITATION Physical Activity and Physical Fitness in Health and Disease Chris Burtin, Vasileios Andrianopoulos, Martijn A Spruit Pulmonary Rehabilitation Katy Mitchell, Fabio Pitta, Anne E Holland, Annemarie L Lee, Linda Denehy Cardiac Rehabilitation Julie Redfern, Jennifer Jones 13 CARDIORESPIRATORY MANAGEMENT OF SPECIAL POPULATIONS Linda Denehy, Eleanor Main With contributions from Sarah Smailes, Anita Plaza, Jennifer Paratz, Leanne Williams, Claire Bradley, Jacqueline L Luke, Jacqueline Ross, Brooke Wadsworth, Kate J Hayes, Prue E Munro, Paul Aurora, Helena Van Aswegen, Craig A Williams, Sarah Rand, Catherine L Granger, Sue Berney, Amy Nordon-Craft, Linda Denehy APPENDIX – NORMAL VALUES, CONVERSION TABLE AND ABBREVIATIONS

 

 

 

 The importance of physical therapy for neurological disease cannot be underestimated. Stroke, for example, is the second leading cause of death worldwide, and its global effect is considerable, based on disability-adjusted life years. With an ageing population, the risk of stroke increases exponentially with age, and accordingly, the number of patients increases as well. It follows that specially tailored neurorehabilitation regimens are crucial in helping patients return to the workplace and maintain their independence. This concise and practical work, created by authors with decades of experience in the practice and teaching of physical therapy, serves that purpose well, with its emphasis on the targeted use of training equipment to match the patients' exact needs. Key Features: * Concise, practical, and goal-oriented. * Provides expert guidance in creating individualized training regimens with the goal of training and enhancing endurance, strength, and balance. * An emphasis on types of equipment and instructions for their use, tailored specifically the individual needs of patients. * All training exercises are well illustrated for optimal understanding. * Author team with more than 30 years' experience in practice and teaching of physical therapy. Lamprecht's 'Training in Neurorehabilitation' is certain to be an essential reference for all students and practitioners in physical therapy involved in the treatment of patients with neurological disorders. Sabine and Hans Lamprecht run a successful physical therapy practice in Kirchheim, Germany, where, in addition to treating patients, they also provide advanced training courses for physical therapists nationwide.

Description: Evidence suggests a direct correlation between the quality of postoperative orthopaedic rehabilitation and the effectiveness of the surgery. Clinical Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, 4th Edition, helps today’s orthopaedic teams apply the most effective, evidence-based protocols for maximizing return to function following common sports injuries and post-surgical conditions. Charles Giangarra, MD and Robert Manske, PT continue the commitment to excellence established by Dr. S. Brent Brotzman in previous editions, bringing a fresh perspective to the team approach to rehabilitation.

Features:

Every section is written by a combination of surgeons, physical therapists, and occupational therapists, making this respected text a truly practical "how-to" guide for the appropriate initial exam, differential diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. Treatment and rehabilitation protocols are presented in a step-by-step, algorithmic format with each new phase begun after criteria are met (criteria-based progression, reflecting current best practice). Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

New To This Edition:

Revised content brings you up to date with new evidence-based literature on examination techniques, classification systems, differential diagnosis, treatment options, and criteria-based rehabilitation protocols. Extensive updates throughout include new chapters on: medial patellofemoral ligament, shoulder impingement, pec major ruptures, thoracic outlet syndrome, general humeral fractures, foot and ankle fractures, medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction, the arthritic hip, athletic pubalgia, and labral repair and reconstruction. Easy-to-follow videos demonstrate rehabilitation procedures of frequently seen orthopaedic conditions and commonly used exercises, and new full-color images complement the highly visual nature of the text.

 

Learn how to apply kinesiology concepts and treat dysfunction with Muscolino’s Kinesiology: The Skeletal System and Muscle Function, 3rd Edition! With more than 1,200 full-color illustrations, this highly visual text offers a vividly illustrated look at the skeletal system and how muscles function as movers, antagonists, and stabilizers in the body. Part One covers the fundamentals of structure and motion, including essential terminology that is used in kinesiology. Part Two covers the skeletal system including the makeup of skeletal and fascial tissues. Part Three contains a detailed study of the joints of the body. And lastly, Part Four examines how muscles function. This new edition also boasts an all-new chapter on biomechanics, more than 100 online video clips, and an interactive muscle program. If you want a thorough understanding of muscle function and how to apply that knowledge on the job, then there’s no better guide than Muscolino!

Features:

Coverage of strengthening exercises and stretching emphasizes the purposes and benefits of stretching and how to perform various stretching techniques. The most up-to-date information on posture and the gait cycle features high-quality art. Comprehensive chapter on muscle action and attachments includes illustrations of all of the muscles of the human body organized by function. Clinical applications throughout the book are directly related to kinesiology concepts and challenge you to apply what you’ve learned to clinical practice. Complete atlas of bones, bony landmarks, and joints includes more than 100 full-color photographs of every bone in the human body, giving you comprehensive coverage of bones not found in other kinesiology books. Clear, simple explanations of kinesiology concepts cover muscle contraction(s), coordination of muscles with movement, core stabilization, posture, exercise, reflexes, and how the nervous system controls and directs the muscular system. Approximately 1,200 four-color illustrations help you visualize important concepts. A wide variety of user resources include a comprehensive glossary of terms from the book, radiographs, answers to the review questions at the end of each chapter in the book, an interactive muscle program, and videos featuring joint actions and palpation techniques.

New To This Edition:

NEW! A new chapter on biomechanics helps you understand how the body moves under normal circumstances and what may impair its movement in pathology. NEW! Improved illustrations in The Skeletal Muscles of the Human Body offer a vivid muscle atlas within the text.  NEW! Expanded resources on Evolve companion site include a new collection of video clips and an interactive muscle program which help you identify the necessary skills for professional success.

Table Of Contents:

Part I: Fundamentals of Structure and Motion of the Human Body 1. Parts of the Human Body 2. Mapping the Human Body Part II: Skeletal Osteology: Study of the Bones 3. Skeletal Tissues 4. Fascia 5. Bones of the Skeleton Part III: Skeletal Arthrology: Study of the Joints 6. Joint Action Terminology 7. Classification of Joints 8. Joints of the Axial Body 9. Joints of the Lower Extremity 10. Joints of the Upper Extremity Part IV: Myology: Study of the Muscular System 11. Attachments and Actions of Muscles 12. Anatomy and Physiology of Muscle Tissue 13. How Muscles Function – The Big Picture 14. Types of Muscle Contractions 15. Roles of Muscles 16. Types of Joint Motion and Musculoskeletal Assessment 17. Determining the Force of a Muscle Contraction 18. Biomechanics NEW!  19. Neuromuscular System 20. Posture and the Gait Cycle 21. Postural Distortion Patterns 22. Stretching 23. Strengthening Exercises

 

In rich yet practical detail, this book describes the Bobath Concept of physical rehabilitation following injury to the central nervous system. Unlike many technique-driven resources, this work explores the integral relationships... -- Doody's Review (starred review)

The text is highly factual, accurate, and well-written....The subject is more than adequately covered and the text is organized to continually bring concepts back to clinical relevance, which is helpful for all clinicians. -- American Journal of Neuroradiology

The pioneering text by internationally renowned Bobath instructor and therapist Bente Gjelsvik is now in a revised and expanded second edition. The Bobath Concept in Adult Neurology, Second Edition, is updated with the latest theoretical insights, research literature, and clinical guidelines to provide an evidence-based, practice-oriented guide to the assessment and treatment of patients with lesions of the central nervous system. Bridging the gap between theoretical assumptions and everyday therapy practice, the book offers an understanding of the interaction between the central nervous system, the musculoskeletal system, movement, and function, and helps readers apply their knowledge to form hypotheses through clinical reasoning in the rehabilitation of adults with neurological conditions.

Highlights:

• Completely revised case histories chapter with entirely new patient cases
• Key coverage of recent clinical trials and research studies
• Restructured and reorganized chapters for a more logical presentation of content
• Concise descriptions of the central nervous system and the neuro-musculo-skeletal systems, motor control, and neural and muscular plasticity
• Useful discussion of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health as a basis for assessment
• More than 200 lucid photographs and illustrations aid in quick grasp of the material

The new edition of this seminal volume contains the theoretical information, clinical details, and practical examples of the Bobath Concept for the management of neurological disability. It is a must-read for physical therapists and occupational therapists at all levels who seek the best assessment and treatment outcomes for neurologically impaired individuals.

Description:

A unique blueprint to a successful physical therapy practice from renowned experts

In the last 100 years, the profession of physical therapy has grown from a little-known band of "reconstruction aides" to a large and expanding worldwide group of dedicated professionals at the cutting edge of health care diagnostics, interventions, research, ethics, and altruistic community service. Foundations: An Introduction to the Profession of Physical Therapy by distinguished physical therapist and educator Stephen Carp reflects nearly 40 years of expertise in this evolving field.

The book covers the "the background music" of physical therapy – important issues aspiring physical therapists and physical therapist assistants need to master prior to starting clinical practice. Sixteen chapters present a broad spectrum of content, covering core behavioral, clinical, and professional concerns encountered in practice. Experts provide firsthand guidance on reimbursement, working as a healthcare team, documentation, ethical issues and community service, clinical research and education, an overview of the APTA, career development, and more.

Key Highlights

• From the history of the profession to cultural, spiritual and legal aspects of practice, this unique resource provides insights not found in traditional physical therapy foundation textbooks
• About 20 comprehensive vignettes with real-life experiences enhance the text
• Text boxes with insightful "first-person" narratives highlight chapter content
• A list of review questions and meticulous references at the end of every chapter enhance learning and encourage further research

All PT and PTA students will benefit from the expert wisdom and pearls shared in this essential reference.

 

·  1. The Evolution of Physical Therapy Practice

·  2. Insurance and Reimbursement

·  3. The Health Care Team

·  4. Documentation

·  5. Physical Therapy and Community Service

·  6. The Physical Therapist as a Researcher

·  7. Clinical Education in Physical Therapy: Past, Present, and Future

·  8. A Student’s Perspective of Clinical Education

·  9. Resources for Career Development

·  10. Professionalism in Society

·  11. Acquisition of a First Job

·  12. Evaluating the Job Offer

·  13. The Physical Therapist as an Effective Teacher

·  14. Cultural and Spiritual Competence in Health Care

·  15. The Legal Aspects of Physical Therapy Practice

·  16. The Future of Physical Therapy

 

 

Description:   This practical reference, edited by Drs. Blessen C. Eapen and David X. Cifu, covers the full spectrum of assessment, management, and rehabilitation after concussion. It includes best practices and considerations for numerous patient populations and their unique needs in an easy-to-read, concise format. Geared toward physiatrists, neurologists, primary care physicians, and rehabilitation professionals, this book provides the key information you need to guide your treatment plans and help patients recover after concussion.
Table Of Contents:
1 Acute Management of Concussion and Diagnostic Criteria 2 Neuropsychological Assessment 3 Neuroimaging in Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation 4 Postconcussive Syndrome (PCS) 5 Assessment and Management of Psychiatric Symptoms Among Adults With Mild Traumatic Brain Injury 6 Postconcussive Headache 7 Assessment and Treatment of Sleep in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury 8 Management and Rehabilitation of Cognitive Dysfunction 9 Neurosensory Deficits Associated with Concussion (Auditory, Vestibular, and Visual Dysfunction) 10 Rehabilitation and Management of Fatigue 11 Management of Adult Sports Concussion 12 Assessment, Management, and Rehabilitation of Pediatric Concussions 13 Assessment and Treatment of Concussion in Service Members and Veterans 14 Gender and Sex Considerations in Traumatic Brain Injury 15 A Look Ahead: Cutting Edge Research in the Diagnosis, Assessment, Rehabilitation Management, and Prevention of Concussion and Its Sequelae

 

 

 

Comprehensive in scope and invaluable for both practitioners and students, Mechanisms and Management of Pain for the Physical Therapist, 2nd Edition, thoroughly covers the wide range of issues requiring the interdisciplinary management of pain. Joined by more than 20 international contributors, Dr. Kathleen Sluka provides a practical, evidence-based framework for understanding the basics of pain mechanisms and management. This highly regarded, updated text covers the basics of pain neurobiology and reviews evidence on the mechanisms of action of physical therapy treatments, as well as their clinical effectiveness in specific pain syndromes. 

The second edition features:

• Basic Concepts and Mechanisms - provides a clear infrastructure for the rest of the book.
• Physical Therapy Pain Management - focuses attention on pain regardless of medical diagnosis, using evidence to support clinical decision making.
• Interdisciplinary Pain Management - includes both medical management of pain and psychological approaches to pain.
• Case Studies -  discuss a series of pain syndromes using an evidence-based approach.

Description:

Offering a comprehensive look at physical therapy science and practice, Guccione’s Geriatric Physical Therapy, 4th Edition is a perfect resource for both students and practitioners alike. Year after year, this text is recommended as the primary preparatory resource for the Geriatric Physical Therapy Specialization exam. And this new fourth edition only gets better. Content has been thoroughly revised to keep you up to date on the latest geriatric physical therapy protocols and conditions. Five new chapters have also been added to this edition to help you learn how to better manage common orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and neurologic conditions; become familiar with functional outcomes and assessments; and better understand the psychosocial aspects of aging. In all, you can rely on Guccione’s Geriatric Physical Therapy to help you effectively care for today’s aging patient population.

• Comprehensive coverage of geriatric physical therapy prepares students and clinicians you to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for aging patients.
• Combination of foundational knowledge and clinically relevant information gives you a meaningful background in how to effectively manage geriatric disorders
• Updated information reflects the most recent and relevant information on the Geriatric Clinical Specialty Exam.
• Standard APTA terminology introduces you to the terms you will hear in practice.
• Expert authorship ensures all information is authoritative, current, and clinically accurate.

• NEW! Thoroughly revised and updated content across all chapters keeps you up to date with the latest geriatric physical therapy protocols and conditions.
• NEW! References located at the end of each chapter point you towards credible external sources for further information on a given topic.
• NEW! Treatment chapters guide you in managing common conditions in orthopedics, cardiopulmonary, and neurology.
• NEW! Chapter on functional outcomes and assessment lists relevant scores for the most frequently used tests.
• NEW! Chapter on psychosocial aspects of aging give students a well-rounded view of the social and mental conditions commonly affecting their geriatric patients.
• NEW! Chapter on frailty covers a wide variety of interventions to optimize treatment.

 

·  Chapter 1: Geriatric Physical Therapy in the 21st Century: Overarching Principles and Approaches to Practice

·  Introduction

·  Aging

·  Health, function, and disablement

·  Key principles in geriatric physical therapy

·  The physical therapist in geriatrics

·  Summary

·  Chapter 2: Aging Demographics and Trends

·  Introduction

·  Demography

·  Mortality

·  Morbidity

·  Function

·  Health and Health Care Utilization

·  Chapter 3: Age-Related Physiological Changes: An Overview

·  Introduction

·  Aging: a decline in homeostasis

·  Musculoskeletal System

·  Exercise for reversing decline/preventing disease and sedentary lifestyle

·  Summary

·  Chapter 4: Psychosocial Aspects of Aging

·  Introduction

·  Psychosocial theories

·  Successful aging

·  Motivation and engagement

·  Life transitions

·  Gender and sexual identity

·  Sex and intimacy

·  Spirituality

·  Trauma-informed care and mental health conditions

·  Summary

·  Chapter 5: Environmental Design: Accommodating Sensory Changes and Mobility Limitations in the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  General principles of design

·  General theories of environmental design

·  Sensory changes impacting independence and well-being within the environment

·  Impact of Sensory Changes on Driving

·  Adapting living environments to accommodate sensory changes

·  Teaching/consulting strategies

·  Summary

·  Chapter 6: Geriatric Pharmacology

·  Introduction

·  Pattern of Drug Use in Older Adults: Problems of Polypharmacy

·  Altered Response to Drugs

·  Other factors that increase the risk of adverse drug reactions in older adults

·  Common Adverse Drug Reactions

·  Drug Classes Commonly Used In Older Adults

·  General strategies for coordinating physical therapy with drug treatment in older adults

·  Chapter 7: Functional Performance Measures and Assessment for Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Purposes of Measuring Functional Performance

·  Relationship Between Function And Impairments

·  Types of Functional Outcome Measures

·  Selection of Functional Performance Measures

·  Functional Performance Measures

·  Balance Measures

·  Summary

·  Chapter 8: Exercise and Physical Activity for Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Physical activity

·  Physical stress theory

·  General indications and precautions

·  Elements of an exercise prescription

·  Application of principles to exercise types

·  Safety

·  Summary

·  Chapter 9: Age-Related Changes in Gait and Mobility

·  Introduction

·  Normal gait

·  Pathologic gait changes

·  Interrelatedness of gait and cognition

·  Functional ambulation requirements

·  Examination and evaluation of gait

·  Plan of care and interventions

·  Summary

·  Chapter 10: Balance and Falls in Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Definition and Classification of Falls

·  Fall Risk Factors

·  Postural Control and Aging

·  Examination and Evaluation of Balance and Risk of Falls

·  Examination of Impairments in Postural Control

·  Intervention

·  Summary

·  Chapter 11: Patient Education: Implications for Physical Therapist Practice

·  Introduction

·  Patient Education in Physical Therapy

·  Learning Theory: Understanding How We Learn

·  The Older Learner

·  The Therapist as Teacher

·  Environmental Influences

·  Patient Education: Putting It All Together

·  Learning Assessment

·  Chapter 12: Caregiving of the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Caregiving Context and Statistics

·  Domains of Caregiver Activities

·  The Caregiver Role Trajectory

·  The Stress Process

·  Specific Caregiving Relationships

·  Multicultural Issues in Caregiving

·  Elder Abuse

·  Summary

·  Chapter 13: The Older Adult Who Is Frail

·  Introduction

·  Prevalence

·  Models of frailty

·  Domains of frailty

·  Frailty transitions

·  Implications of frailty

·  Pathophysiology of frailty

·  Frailty and sarcopenia

·  Assessment of frailty

·  Management of frailty

·  Prevention

·  Chapter 14: Management of the Acutely Ill and Medically Complex Older Patient

·  Introduction

·  Review of Systems

·  Systems Review

·  Other Medical Issues

·  Prevention

·  Summary

·  Chapter 15: Impaired Joint Mobility in Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Joint mobility with aging

·  Joint Examination

·  Evaluation and Diagnosis

·  Intervention

·  Outcomes

·  Summary

·  Chapter 16: Impaired Muscle Performance in Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Consequences of sarcopenia

·  Muscle countermeasures for older individuals

·  Summary

·  Chapter 17: Impaired Motor Control and Neurologic Rehabilitation in Older Adults

·  Acknowledgments

·  Introduction

·  Common Motor Control Impairments

·  Examination of Patients With Impaired Motor Control

·  Prognosis and Diagnosis

·  Plan of Care and Rehabilitation Approach

·  Current Evidence Underlying Impaired Motor Control Interventions

·  Summary

·  Chapter 18: Aerobic Capacity and the Management of the Patient with Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Limitations

·  Introduction

·  Physiology of aerobic capacity in older adults

·  Common Medical Conditions Impacting Aerobic Capacity

·  Pulmonary disease

·  Summary

·  Chapter 19: Cognitive Issues in the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Normal cognitive aging

·  Structural Changes in the Brain

·  Delirium

·  Dementia

·  Cognitive screening and assessment tools

·  Management

·  Carepartner education

·  Summary

·  Chapter 20: The Management of Post-Surgical Orthopedic Conditions in the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Health Behavior Change

·  Fractures

·  Hip and knee joint arthroplasties

·  Shoulder surgeries

·  Spinal surgeries

·  Summary

·  Chapter 21: Management of Integumentary Conditions in Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Aging-Related Changes in the Skin

·  Physical Skin Assessment

·  Common Skin Conditions

·  Common Wound Conditions

·  Quality of Life and Future Directions

·  Chapter 22: Management of the Pelvic Floor in Older Men and Women

·  Introduction

·  Normal Bladder Function

·  The Pelvic Floor

·  Bladder Control as a Geriatric Syndrome

·  Aging of the Genitourinary System

·  Urinary Tract Infections and Urinary Retention

·  Identification, Screening, and Assessment of Bladder Control Problems

·  Interventions

·  Summary

·  Chapter 23: Wellness in the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Physical Wellness

·  Psychological wellness

·  Social wellness

·  Physical activity and exercise–focused wellness programs

·  Physical therapists’ scope of practice

·  Summary

·  Chapter 24: Acute Care Management of the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Issues with Hospitalization of the Older Adult

·  Preventative Initiatives and Programs

·  Care Coordination and Communication

·  Role of the Physical Therapist in the Acute Care Environment

·  Hospital-Acquired Deconditioning and Post-ICU Syndrome

·  Physical Therapy Contribution to Fall Prevention

·  Physical Therapist Role in the ICU

·  Trauma Management

·  Oncology Considerations

·  Differentiating “Simple” from “Complex” Management Considerations

·  Postsurgical Acute Management of Common Orthopedic Surgeries

·  Role of the Physical Therapist in Emergency Department

·  Summary

·  Chapter 25: Postacute Care Management of the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities

·  Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facilities

·  Physical Therapy Patient Management in the Skilled Nursing Facility and Long-Term Care Settings

·  Examination and Evaluation

·  Interventions

·  Unique Challenges in the Long-Term Care Setting

·  Restorative programs

·  Dealing With Dementia and Depression

·  Future Trends in Postacute Care

·  Chapter 26: Home Health Management of the Older Adult

·  Introduction

·  Definition of homebound

·  Role of the physical therapist in home health

·  Documentation

·  The initial visit

·  Goal setting

·  Episode of care

·  Physical therapy intervention in the home

·  Care transitions and patient self-management: a vision for home health

·  Summary

·  Chapter 27: Hospice and End of Life

·  Introduction

·  An Overview of Hospice and Palliative Care

·  Planning for Death with Dignity: Advanced Directives

·  Hospice Care: Supporting Death with Dignity and Comfort

·  Models of Physical Therapy Practice in Hospice and Palliative Care

·  Clinical Issues—Considerations for Care

·  Pain and Symptom Management

·  Palliative Sedation

·  The Physiological Process of Dying

·  Cultural Issues With Acceptance of Death

·  Confronting the Reality of Death

·  Summary

·  Chapter 28: The Senior Athlete

·  Introduction

·  Defining the Population: Who Is the Senior Athlete?

·  Effects of Aging on Performance and Physiological Changes in Senior Athletes

·  Movement Performance in Senior Athletes

·  Mechanical Constraints in Senior Athletes

·  Sport-Specific Training and Programming Considerations for Senior Athletes

·  Summary

·  Chapter 29: Health Policy for Physical Therapists and Older Adults

·  Introduction

·  Public Policy, Health Policy, and Advocacy

·  Federal and State Payment Systems for Older Adults

·  Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

·  Shift to Outcomes, Quality, and Value

This book presents a comprehensive interdisciplinary team approach to the rehabilitation of acquired brain injury (ABI) survivors. Medical and clinical specialists will receive a deeper understanding of not only each other’s roles but of their complementary functions in this field. Many case examples are provided, illustrating a wide range of challenges and stages of recovery. This edition features 3 entirely new chapters and multiple updated chapters by new and returning authors. Featured in the coverage:  The role of Robotics in acquired brain injury A comprehensive chapter on physical therapy in ABI Outstanding recoveries woven together by a video news producer who recovered from a meningioma   State of the art updates on neurosurgery, neurology, physiatry, neuropsychiatry and neuro-optometry. Updated chapters on neuropsychology, speech-language and occupational therapies including new technology and approaches as well as evidence based practices Psychosocial challenges and treatment following ABI The importance of family as team members Post rehabilitation options and experiences Acquired Brain Injury: An Integrative Neuro-Rehabilitation Approach, 2nd edition provides clarity and context regarding the rehabilitation goals and processes for rehabilitation specialists, interdisciplinary students of neuro-rehabilitation as well as practicing clinicians interested in developing their knowledge in their field.

 

·  1. Introduction

·  2. Neurosurgery and Acquired Brain Injury

·  3. The Role of the Neurologist in the Assessment and Management of Individuals with Acquired Brain Injury

·  4. Physiatry and Acquired Brain Injury

·  5. Practical Review of Robotics in the Treatment of Chronic Impairment After Acquired Brain Injury

·  6. The Role of Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation

·  7. The Role of Occupational Therapy in Neurorehabilitation

·  8. The Role of the Physical Therapist on the Neuro-Rehabilitation Team

·  9. Rehabilitation of Speech, Language, and Swallowing Disorders in Clients with Acquired Brain Injury

·  10. Neuropsychiatry and Traumatic Brain Injury

·  11. Neuropsychology in the Outpatient Rehabilitation Setting

·  12. Counseling Individuals Post Acquired Brain Injury: Considerations and Objectives

·  13. Acquired Brain Injury and the Family: Challenges and Interventions

·  14. Postrehabilitation After Acquired Brain Injury

·  15. Successful Transitions After Acquired Brain Injuries

Description: Master the techniques and problem-solving skills needed to manage spinal and TMJ disorders! Manual Physical Therapy of the Spine, 2nd Edition provides guidelines to manipulation, manual physical therapy examination, and treatment procedures of the spine and temporomandibular joint. Informed by evidence-based research, this text offers detailed instructions for reaching an accurate diagnosis and developing a plan of care. And to support the descriptions and photos in the book, over 200 videos on a companion website demonstrate spinal examination and manipulation procedures. Written by well-known spinal manipulation expert Kenneth Olson, this resource provides the complete information you need to make sound decisions during clinical interventions.
Features:
Descriptions of manual therapy techniques include evidence-based coverage of the examination and treatment of spine and TMJ disorders, along with discussions of alternative treatment methods and potential adverse effects and contraindications to manipulation. Guidelines for completing a comprehensive spinal examination include medical screening, the patient interview, disability assessment, and tests and measures, along with an evaluation of the examination findings and the principles involved in arriving at a diagnosis and plan of care. Impairment-based manual physical therapy approach includes a review of the evidence to support its use to evaluate and treat spinal and TMJ conditions. Case studies demonstrate the clinical reasoning used in manual physical therapy. Guide to Physical Therapist Practice terminology is incorporated throughout the book, using accepted terms familiar in physical therapy settings. Expert author Ken Olson is a highly respected authority on the subject of spinal manipulation in physical therapy. Video icons in the book indicate the procedures demonstrated with online videos. A clear, consistent format for explaining techniques makes this reference easy to use in the clinical setting. Spiral binding allows the text to lay open for ease of use while on the job.
New To This Edition:
NEW! Coverage of emerging topics includes soft tissue assessment, mobilization, dry needling, myofascial pain and trigger points, thoracic outlet syndrome, cervicogenic dizziness, and differentiation of headache types, plus expanded coverage of examination procedures and psychologically informed management strategies for chronic low back pain. 120 NEW video clips are added to the companion website — over 200 videos in total provide unique 3-dimensional views of exam and manipulation techniques, showing each procedure step by step from frontal, lateral, and cranial perspectives. NEW! Full-color design and photographs show essential concepts and procedures from multiple angles, illustrating hand and body placement and direction of force. UPDATED evidence-based research provides the latest thinking on manual therapy of the spine.
Table Of Contents:
1. Introduction 2. Spinal Examination and Diagnosis in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy 3. Manipulation: Theory, Practice, and Education 4. Examination and Treatment of Lumbopelvic Spine Disorders 5. Examination and Treatment of Thoracic Spine Disorders 6. Examination and Treatment of Cervical Spine Disorders 7. Examination and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders

 

Description: Written for hand therapy specialists and non-specialists, Cooper's Fundamentals of Hand Therapy, 3rd Edition emphasizes treatment fundamentals, and provides tips and guidelines for hand therapy practice. This easy-to-use illustrated text and reference guide helps further develop your clinical reasoning skills by describing what goes into the evaluation process, highlighting the humanistic side of each encounter through case studies, and providing the wisdom the contributing authors have acquired through years of practice. This new edition also features additional chapters on the use of common physical agents and orthoses, plus added content on how to integrate evidence-based findings into daily hand practice.
Features:
UPDATED! Chapter covering Orthoses Essential Concepts reflects the latest information in the field. Case studies with questions and resolutions help you develop strong clinical reasoning skills while presenting the human side of each client encounter. Special features sections such as Questions to Discuss with the Physician, What to Say to Clients, Tips from the Field, and more help you find your own clinical voice. Anatomy sections throughout text highlight important anatomical bases of dysfunctions, injuries, or disorders. Clinical Pearls highlight relevant information from an experienced author and contributors that you can apply to clinical practice in the future. Evaluation Techniques and Tips help you master appropriate and thorough clinical evaluation of clients. Diagnosis-specific information in the final section of the book is well-organized to give you quick access to the information you need.
New To This Edition:
NEW! Chapter covering Physical Agent Modalities helps you understand how to use common hand therapy tools. NEW! Evidence-Based Practice content outlines how to closely examine evidence and integrate it into daily hand therapy practice. NEW! Photos and illustrations throughout provide clear examples of tools, techniques, and therapies.
Table Of Contents:
Part One: Fundamentals 1. Fundamentals: Hand Therapy Concepts and Treatment Techniques 2. Evidence-Based Practice: The Basic Tools 3. Functional Anatomy 4. Evaluation of the Hand and Upper Extremity 5. Assessment of Functional Outcomes 6. Hand Coordination 7. Orthoses: Essential Concepts 8. Fundamentals of Edema Management 9. Physical Agent Modalities in the Hand Clinic 10. Tissue-Specific Exercises for the Upper Extremity 11. Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving in Upper Extremity Rehabilitation 12. Fundamentals of Client-Therapist Rapport 13. Facilitating Adherence to the Plan of Care 14. Narratives in Hand Therapy 15. Utilization of Therapy Assistants in Hand Therapy 16. Some Thoughts on Professionalism Part Two: Clinical Reasoning and Treatment Guidelines for Common Diagnoses of the Upper Extremity 17. Wounds 18. Common Shoulder Diagnoses 19. Elbow Diagnoses 20. Peripheral Nerve Problems 21. Wrist Fractures 22. Wrist Instabilities 23. Hand Fractures 24. Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Tendinopathies 25. Finger Sprains and Deformities 26. Flexor Tendon Injury 27. Extensor Tendon Injury 28. Tendon and Nerve Transfers 29. Arthritis 30. Burns 31. Infections 32. Dupuytren Contracture 33. Ganglions and Tumors of the Hand and Wrist 34. Traumatic Hand Injury Involving Multiple Structures 35. The Stiff Hand 36. The Neurologic Hand 37. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Pain 38. Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy 39. Functional Somatic Syndromes or Challenging Behavior Index

 

FOUR STARS from Doody's Star Ratings™

This book provides students and clinicians with high quality information supported by illustrations and a useful combination of treatment principles and real-life examples.-- Doody's Book Review (Score: 98)

This comprehensive volume provides vital support for both novice and experienced practitioners of Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) by integrating the latest theoretical foundations of NDT with real-life practice examples. The book is the culmination of a 5-year project by instructors of the Neuro-Developmental Treatment Association to develop an up-to-date guide to the neurorehabilitation approach originally developed by Karl and Berta Bobath. With a large section of case studies in the book, additional online case studies, and supplemental materials including videos, tables, and photos, this book makes it simple to learn the practical aspects of neuro-developmental treatment.

Special Features:

• Presents the contemporary NDT Theory and Practice Model
• Covers the entire what, why, who, and how of NDT
• Includes thorough discussions of current and evolving research in neurorehabilitation
• Offers insight into treatment techniques through supplemental videos that walk viewers through cases
• Presents a detailed look at how occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists practice NDT within the scope of the individual disciplines
• Demonstrates case histories visually through tables with baseline information and treatment updates, impairments as related to regions, and proposed interventions with expected impact
• Illustrates NDT examination, evaluation, and intervention through a series of case reports spanning from infants to adults with posture and movement disorders
• Facilitates learning with a practice model flow chart and schematic included on Thieme's MediaCenter online platform
• Provides educators with instructional materials and strategies for entry-level to advanced learners
• Written by more than 30 NDT practitioners (OTs, PTs, SLPs) giving a broad range of perspectives

Used as the core textbook in NDT Certificate courses, Neuro-Developmental Treatment: A Guide to NDT Clinical Practice sets the standard in clinical practice for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists who use, or intend to use, NDT in their work with infants, children, adolescents, and adults with postural and movement disorders.

Description:   Get all the pediatric physical therapy background and guidance you need with Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult, 5th Edition. Insightful and comprehensive coverage walks you through all aspects of working with children, including: decision making, screening, development, motor control and motor learning, the impairments of body function and structure, and the PT management of pediatric disorders. Like the previous bestselling editions, this edition also follows the practice pattern categories of the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and uses the IFC model of the disabling process as it presents up-to-date, evidence-based coverage of treatment. New to this edition are a number of added and extensively revised chapters - covering topics such as tests and measures, autism spectrum disorder, pediatric oncology, and the neonatal intensive care unit - to keep you at the cutting edge of the latest issues and best-practices. Finally, with it’s wealth of online resources and learning aids, you’ll have all the tools and support you need to tackle every aspect of pediatric physical therapy!
Features:
Focus on the International Classification of Function, Disability, and Health (ICF) of the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes activity rather than functional limitations and participation rather than disability. Incorporation of practice pattern guidelines from the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition sets the standard for physical therapy practice. Comprehensive reference offers a thorough understanding of all aspects of pediatric physical therapy, including: decision making, screening, development, motor control, and motor learning, the impairments of body function and structure, and the PT management of pediatric disorders. Expert authorship and editors lend their experience and guidance for on-the-job success. Variety of user resources to enhance study include review questions, critical questions, and additional resources and activities. Questions and exercises offer great preparation for the APTA’s Pediatric Specialist Certification Examination.
New To This Edition:
NEW! Revised chapter on motor development and control now closely examines the when, how, why, and what of developing motor skill and how it contributes to effective physical therapy. NEW! Chapter on children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) covers the characteristics of ASD, the diagnostic process, program planning, and evidence-based decision making for children with ASD. NEW! Chapter on pediatric oncology addresses the signs and symptoms of pediatric cancers, the most common medical interventions used to treat these diseases, the PT examination, and common therapeutic interventions. NEW! Chapter on tests and measures offers guidance on how to effectively use tests and measures in pediatric physical therapy practice. NEW! Extensively revised chapter asthma offers more detail on the pathology of asthma; the primary and secondary impairments of asthma; the impact on a child’s long term health and development; pharmacological management; and more. NEW! Revised chapter on the neonatal intensive care unite better addresses the role of the physical therapist in the neonatal intensive care unit. UPDATED! Full color photos and line drawings clearly demonstrate important concepts and clinical conditions that will be encountered in practice. NEW! Expert Consult platform provides a number of enhancements, including a fully searchable version of the book, case studies, videos, and more. NEW! Revised organization now includes background information - such as pathology, pathophysiology, etiology, prognosis and natural evolution, and medical and pharmacologic management - as well as foreground information - such as evidence-based recommendations on physical therapy examination strategies, optimal tests and measurement, interventions, patient/caregiver instruction, and more. NEW! Additional case studies and videos illustrate how concepts apply to practice.
Table Of Contents:
Section 1: Understanding Motor Performance in Children 1. Evidence-Based Decision Making in Pediatric Physical Therapy 2. Tests and Measures 3. Motor Development and Control 4. Motor Learning: Application of Principles to Pediatric Rehabilitation 5. Musculoskeletal Development and Adaptation 6. Physical Fitness during Childhoold and Adolescence Section 2: Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions 7. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis 8. Spinal Conditions 9. Congenital Muscular Torticollis and Cranial Deformation 10. Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita 11. Osteogenesis Imperfecta 12. Muscular Dystrophy and Spinal Muscular Atrophy 13. Limb Deficiencies and Amputations 14. Orthopedic Conditions 15. Sports Injuries in Children Section 3: Management of Neurologic Conditions 16. Developmental Coordination Disorder 17. Children with Motor and Intellectual Disabilities 18. Cerebral Palsy 19. Perinatal Brachial Plexus Injury 20. Spinal Cord Injury 21. Acquired Brain Injuries: Trauma, Near Drowning, and Tumors 22. Myelodyspasia 23. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Section 4: Management of Cardiopulmonary Conditions 24. Children Requiring Long-term Mechanical Ventilation 25. Cystic Fibrosis 26. Asthma: Multisystem Implications 27. Thoracic Surgery (Cardiac) Section 5: Special Settings and Special Considerations 28. Serving Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families: Early Intervention Services under IDEA 29. The Education Environment 30. Pediatric Oncology 31. The Special Care Nursery 32. Transition to Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities 33. Assistive Technology 34. Development and Analysis of Gait

 

 

 

This essential guide encompasses the core principles of Manual Lymph Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy for a wide range of pathologies across the age continuum. Key elements from the prior edition are incorporated, such as color-coded sections for anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Advances in the field are reflected in expanded chapters and efficacy meta-analyses, updates on genetics, refinements in manual compression, and new insights on fat disorders and edema.

Key highlights in fourth edition

• More than 140 new color images, over 30 new tables, and updated ICD-10 codes
• Expanded discussion of lipedema and related conditions such as Dercum's and Madelung's diseases
• Surgical approaches such as vascularized lymph node transfer, anastomosis and bypass techniques, suction assisted protein lipectomy, and combined and staged lymphedema operations
• Wound care options for edema and advanced venous disease
• Integration of conventional therapies and techniques in collaboration with surgeons who perform specialized lymphatic procedures
• Tips and guidance for growing numbers of home care focused practitioners who encounter lymphedema and related edemas in patients
• Management of garments including fit, functionality, and patient independence
• Rare pediatric syndromes and adaption of CDT for children
• Expanded discussion of sequential intermittent pneumatic compression including contraindications and usages in lymphedema management

This is a must-have resource on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of lymphedema and lymphatic insufficiency. Its unique practicality will enable educators to teach techniques and clinicians to adeptly incorporate a wide range of treatment strategies into practice.

 

The aim of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of the most important movement disorders and describe the rehabilitation tools available for each disease. The management of movement disorders is challenging since most of these diseases are not curable and hardly treatable. Many of the disorders are chronic or degenerative diseases, therefore patients develop motor complications that could improve with rehabilitation interventions. Movement Disorders Rehabilitation intends to serve as a practical guide on the field, attracting the interest of professionals and researchers on the fields of neurology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and other correlated therapies.

 

 

Presenting over 100 rehabilitation protocols for the hand and upper extremity in an easy-to-use, step-by-step format, this practical reference provides surgeons and therapists alike with a go-to source for the therapy technique or strategy appropriate for their patients. Covering injuries from the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand and fingers, each protocol includes bullet-pointed steps in daily or weekly increments following the injury or surgery and are inherently adaptable to the specific surgical intervention or rehabilitation requirement. Procedures following arthroplasty, extensor and flexor tendon injuries, fractures and dislocations, ligament and soft tissue injures, and nerve compression syndromes are among the many and multifaceted therapies presented. This book will be an invaluable resource for the orthopedic surgeon, hand surgeon, physical therapist, occupational therapist, hand therapist and any active clinician treating injuries to the hand and upper extremity.

 

 

Description:

Therapeutic Exercise for Children with Developmental Disabilities, Fourth Edition, has been expanded and updated to include everything a student or professional needs to know when working with children with developmental disabilities. Continuing the emphasis on evidence-based practice from the previous editions, this comprehensive edition enhances critical thinking and evaluation skills. Throughout the course of the text, Drs. Barbara H. Connolly and Patricia C. Montgomery present case studies of 5 children with various developmental disabilities to bring a problem-solving approach to each individual chapter topic.

The case studies include 2 children with cerebral palsy (Gross Motor Function Classification System Levels I and V), a child with myelomeningocele, a child with Down syndrome, and a child with developmental coordination disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Each chapter’s examination, evaluation, and intervention recommendations are accompanied by specific treatment objectives and therapeutic activities, plus a companion website with 17 videos, which contains 90 minutes of content to illustrate concepts.

Recent research and clinical recommendations, as well as related references, are also provided in each chapter. This Fourth Edition utilizes the American Physical Therapy Association’s Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 3.0 and the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health—Children and Youth as its framework. The focus of the chapters is on children’s participation and empowerment, rather than body function and structure. With helpful videos, informative figures, and compelling case studies, Therapeutic Exercise for Children with Developmental Disabilities, Fourth Edition is the perfect resource for both students and practicing clinicians.

Examples of new and updated topics in the Fourth Edition:

• Practice in the NICU
• Early mobility strategies
• Communication strategies with children and families
• Aquatic therapy
• Upper extremity constraint-induced therapy
• Mirror therapy
• Lower extremity treadmill training

Table of Contents:

 

Contents

Dedication

Acknowledgments

About the Editors

Contributing Authors

Preface

 

Chapter 1: Foundational Sciences for Intervention

Chapter 2: Examination and Evaluation: Tests and Measures

Chapter 3: Establishing Functional Goals and Organizing Intervention

Chapter 4: Communications to Establish Rapport with Children and Their Families

Chapter 5: The Children: History and Tests/Measures

Chapter 6: Applying the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 3.0

Chapter 7: Physical Therapy in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Chapter 8: The Influence of Oral, Pharyngeal, and Respiratory Functions

Chapter 9: Sensory Considerations in Therapeutic Interventions

Chapter 10: Developing Postural Control

Chapter 11: Facilitating Early Mobility

Chapter 12: Assessment and Development of Gait Skills

Chapter 13: Promoting Upper Extremity Control

Chapter 14: Selection and Use of Assistive Technology Devices

Chapter 15: Physical Therapy in the Educational Environment: Early Intervention and School-Based

Chapter 16: Aquatic Therapy

Chapter 17: The Children: Physical Therapy Management

Chapter 18: Issues in Aging in Individuals with Lifelong Disabilities

 

Financial Disclosures

Index

 

 

This issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, guest edited by Drs. C. Scott Hultman and Michael W. Neumeister, is devoted to Burn Care: Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Recovery. Articles in this issue include: Role of Physiatry in the Management of Chronic Pain; New Concepts in OT, PT, RT: Focus on Functional Cutaneous Units; Rehabilitation in the Acute vs Outpatient Setting; Role of Anesthesia in the Management of Chronic Pain; Pathophysiology and Treatment of Hypertophic Burn Scars; Laser Modulation of Hypertrophic Scars; Fat Grafting for Burn, Traumatic, and Surgical Scars; Peripheral Neuropathy and Nerve Compression Syndromes; New Frontiers in Skin Grafting: The Painless, Scarless Donor Site; Tissue Rearrangements: The Power of the Z-pasty; Prefabricated Flaps for Burn Reconstruction; Microsurgery: Timing and Indications in Burn Patients; Hand Reconstruction: Functional Results; Head and Neck Reconstruction; Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation: Hand and Face; Ethics in the Setting of the Burned Patient; Psychosocial-spiritual Needs of Burn Patients; Aftercare, Survivorship, and Peer Support; Global Health Initiatives, Public Policy, and International Missions;Outcomes: Scar Scales, Physiologic Metrics, Measuring QOL; and Big Data: EBM and Best Practices.

This is a good reference for anyone looking to delve deeper into the study of anatomy and human movement. The author has taught anatomy for more than 25 years, and the book reflects the author's vast experience. -- Doody's Book Review (starred review)

Effective examination and treatment in physical therapy rely on a solid understanding of the dynamics of the joints and the functions of the surrounding muscles. This concise instructional manual helps readers to not only memorize anatomy but also to truly comprehend the structures and functions of the whole body: the intervertebral disk, the cervical spine, the cranium, the thoracic spine, the thorax, the upper extremities, lumbar spine, pelvis and hip joint, and the lower extremities. Through precise descriptions, efficiently organized chapters, and beautiful illustrations, this book relates functional anatomy to therapy practice. It provides extensive coverage of the palpation of structures and references to pathology throughout.

Highlights:

• Accurate and detailed descriptions of each joint structure in the body, including their vessels and nerves, and their function
• Comprehensive guidance on the palpation of individual structures
• Detailed discussions on the functional aspects of muscles and joint surfaces, and the formation of joints
• Concise tips and references to pathology to assist with everyday practice
• More than 1000 illustrations clearly depicting anatomy and the interconnections between structures

Physical therapists will find Functional Anatomy for Physical Therapists invaluable to their study or practice. It makes functional anatomy easier for students to learn and is ideal for use in exam preparation. Experienced therapists will benefit from practical tips and guidance for applying and refining their techniques.

 

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Description: Packed with practical, up-to-date guidance, Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 4th Edition, by Walter R. Frontera, MD, PhD; Julie K. Silver, MD; and Thomas D. Rizzo, Jr., MD, helps you prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders, pain syndromes, and chronic disabling conditions in day-to-day patient care. This easy-to-use reference provides the information you need to improve patient function and performance by using both traditional and cutting-edge therapies, designing effective treatment plans, and working with interdisciplinary teams that meet your patients’ current and changing needs. An easy-to-navigate format provides quick access to concise, well-illustrated coverage of every essential topic in the field.
Table Of Contents:
Frontera: Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Part 1. MSK disorders SECTION 1. Head, Neck, and Upper Back 1. Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy 2. Cervical Facet Arthropathy 3. Cervical Degenerative Disease 4. Cervical Radiculopathy 5. Cervical Dystonia 6. Cervical Sprain or Strain 7. Cervical Spinal Stenosis 8. Cervicogenic Vertigo 9. Trapezius Strain SECTION 2. Shoulder 10. Acromioclavicular Injuries 11. Adhesive Capsulitis 12. Biceps Tendinopathy 13. Biceps Tendon Rupture 14. Glenohumeral Instability 15. Labral Tears of the Shoulder 16. Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy 17. Rotator Cuff Tear 18. Scapular Winging 19. Shoulder Arthritis 20. Suprascapular Neuropathy SECTION 3. Elbow and Forearm 21. Elbow Arthritis 22. Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis elbow) 23. Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's elbow) 24. Median Neuropathy 25. Olecranon Bursitis 26. Radial Neuropathy 27. Ulnar Neuropathy (elbow) SECTION 4. Hand and Wrist 28. de Quervain's Tenosynovitis 29. Dupuytren's Contracture 30. Extensor Tendon Injuries 31. Flexor Tendon Injuries 32. Hand and Wrist Ganglia 33. Hand Osteoarthritis 34. Hand Rheumatoid Arthritis 35. Kienböck's Disease 36. Median Neuropathy (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) 37. Trigger Finger 38. Ulnar Collateral Ligament Sprain 39. Ulnar Neuropathy (wrist) 40. Wrist Osteoarthritis 41. Wrist Rheumatoid Arthritis SECTION 5. Mid Back 42. Thoracic Compression Fracture 43. Thoracic Radiculopathy 44. Thoracic Sprain or Strain SECTION 6. Low Back 45. Lumbar Degenerative Disease 46. Lumbar Facet Arthropathy 47. Lumbar Radiculopathy 48. Low Back Strain or Sprain 49. Lumbar Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis 50. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis 51. Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction SECTION 7. Pelvis, Hip, and Thigh 52. Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip 53. Adductor Strain 54. Femoral Neuropathy 55. Hip Osteoarthritis 56. Labral Tear of the Hip 57. Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Neuropathy 58. Piriformis Syndrome 59. Pubalgia 60. Quadriceps Contussion 61. Total Hip Replacement 62. Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome SECTION 8. Knee and Leg 63. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain 64. Baker's Cyst 65. Chondral Injuries 66. Collateral Ligament Sprain 67. Compartment Syndrome of the Leg 68. Hamstring Strain 69. Iliotibial Band Syndrome 70. Knee Osteoarthritis 71. Knee Bursitis 72. Meniscal Injuries 73. Patellar Tendinopathy 74. Patellofemoral Syndrome 75. Peroneal Neuropathy 76. Posterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain 77. Quadriceps Tendinopathy 78. Shin Splints 79. Stress Fractures of the Lower Limbs 80. Total Knee Replacement SECTION 9. Foot and Ankle 81. Achilles Tendinopathy 82. Ankle Arthritis 83. Ankle Sprain 84. Bunion and Bunionette 85. Chronic Ankle Instability 86. Foot and Ankle Bursitis 87. Hallux Rigidus 88. Hammer Toe 89. Mallet Toe 90. Metatarsalgia 91. Morton's Neuroma 92. Plantar Fasciitis 93. Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction 94. Tibial Neuropathy (Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome) Part 2. Pain 95. Abdominal wall pain 96. Arachnoiditis 97. Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy 98. Chronic Pain Syndrome 99. Coccydinia 100. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 101. Costosternal Syndromes 102. Fibromyalgia 103. Headaches 104. Intercostal Neuralgia 105. Myofascial Pain Syndrome 106. Occipital Neuralgia 107. Pelvic Pain 108. Phantom Limb Pain 109. Post-herpetic Neuralgia 110. Post-mastectomy Pain Syndrome 111. Post-thoracotomy Pain Syndrome 112. Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome 113. Repetitive Strain Injuries 114. Temporomandibular Joint Pain 115. Thalamic Pain Syndrome 116. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome 117. Tietze's Syndrome 118. Trigeminal Neuralgia Part 3. Rehabilitation 119. Amputations of the Upper Limb 120. Amputations of the Lower Limb 121. Ankylosing Spondylitis 122. Burns 123. Cardiac Rehabilitation 124. Cancer-related Fatigue 125. Cerebral Palsy 126. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 127. Contractures of the Joints 128. Deep Venous Thrombosis 129. Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease 130. Dysphagia 131. Heterotopic Ossification 132. Lymphedema 133. Motor Neuron Disease 134. Movement Disorders 135. Multiple Sclerosis 136. Myopathies 137. Neural Tube Defects 138. Neurogenic Bladder 139. Neurogenic Bowel 140. Osteoarthritis 141. Osteoporosis 142. Parkinson's Disease 143. Peripheral Neuropathies 144. Plexopathy - Brachial 145. Plexopathy - Lumbosacral 146. Polytrauma 147. Post-poliomyelitis 148. Post-concussion Symptoms 149. Pressure Ulcers 150. Pulmonary Rehabilitation (lung disease) 151. Pulmonary Rehabilitation (neuromuscular) 152. Rheumatoid Arthritis 153. Scoliosis and Kyphosis 154. Spasticity 155. Speech and Language Disorders 156. Spinal Cord Injury (cervical) 157. Spinal Cord Injury (thoracic) 158. Spinal Cord Injury (lumbosacral) 159. Stroke 160. Stroke in Young Adults 161. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 162. Transverse Myelitis 163. Traumatic Brain Injury

 

 

This volume is a clinically-oriented book that can be used for patient care, teaching, or research. It covers the entire field of lymphedema, including both primary and secondary disease, as well as all diagnostic and treatment modalities. The text begins with a foundation for the condition, including its pathophysiology, epidemiology, and morbidity. Next, the classification of lymphedema is covered which is the template for accurate diagnosis. Clinical, radiological, and differential diagnosis of lymphedema is also reviewed. Finally, conservative and operative management is presented, including both physiologic and excisional procedures.

Lymphedema: Presentation, Diagnosis, and Treatment provides a comprehensive, easy-to-read reference for any health care provider managing a patient with lymphedema. The text is clinically-focused, evidence-based, and practical. The reader, regardless of his/her level of training or specialty, will be able to adequately treat a patient with lymphedema using this resource. To facilitate its use in clinical settings, the book was designed to be portable. In addition, diagnostic and treatment algorithms are included to further simplify the management of these patients. Patient images are presented throughout the text to illustrate the clinical care of lymphedema. All chapters are written by experts in the field, and contain the most current information on the topic.

This work demonstrates that hand and wrist rehabilitation calls for precise anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological expertise, as well as mastery of manual techniques and targeted physiotherapy. Particular attention is given to the complementarity between theoretical knowledge and practical aspects; accordingly, refreshers on the underlying theory; descriptions of the rehabilitation protocols and the specific manual and instrumental techniques; and the type of orthesis used depending on the delay of healing are provided for each pathology. This publication will appeal to a broad readership, from physiotherapists and occupational therapists, to surgeons and practitioners specialized in physical rehabilitation, to students in the fields of physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

Bridge the gap between orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation! Postoperative Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, published in partnership with the AAOS, is the first clinical reference designed to empower both orthopaedic surgeons and rehabilitation specialists by transcending the traditional boundaries between these two phases of patient management to achieve better outcomes.

Key Features

• Achieve the best possible outcomes with multidisciplinary content co-written by expert surgeons and physical and occupational therapists. Chapters include discussions of relevant anatomy, surgical indications and techniques, rehabilitation protocols, and specific clinical tips and pearls, as well as clear rationales for each rehabilitation protocol.
• Gain a more thorough, holistic understanding of the entire course of patient management so you can optimally collaborate with your colleagues and accomplish superior results.
• Access guidance at a glance through concise, clearly formatted chapters containing step-by-step protocols and bulleted lists as well as abundant imaging studies, intraoperative photographs and diagrams, and photographs of rehabilitation methods.

Includes eBook! Your book purchase includes a complimentary download of the enhanced eBook for iOS, Android, PC or Mac. Take advantage of these practical features that will improve your eBook experience:

• The ability to download the eBook on multiple devices at one time — providing a seamless reading experience online or offline
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Written in a succinct format, this book presents a variety of pain conditions seen in acute or sub-acute rehabilitation hospitals and in outpatient clinical settings. Bio-medical and bio-psychosocial perspectives, as well as theory, clinical practice, and practical aspects of managing pain are offered throughout this volume.  Chapters are organized by sections, beginning with an introduction to pain as well use of the multi-disciplinary treatment approach. Additional sections cover headache management,  pain diagnostics, medication management, rehabilitation, injections and procedures, behavioral management, complementary and alternative medicine, neuromoduation, neuroablation, surgical management of pain, and novel techniques.  Business and legal perspectives of pain medicine are also addressed. Comprehensive Pain Management in the Rehabilitation Patient is a handy resource for any medical, interventional, surgical, rehabilitative, behavioral, or allied health provider who treats pain across the rehabilitation continuum.

 

 

 

 

This book is the first attempt at bringing together a volume of work from a range of professionals with an interest in spasticity. The framework for the definition was developed in part by the authors contributing chapters that make up this volume. The book represents the current "state-of-the-art" regarding definition, measurement, pathophysiology (all state-of-the-art summaries) and simultaneously gives clinicians guidance on clinical management. This work combines coverage of both spasticity and contractures as these two phenomena are often closely interrelated. Current researchers do not differentiate between these individual impairments and, as such, there is significant confusion in the literature. This book discusses both conditions and then separates them into their respective components. If these two conditions co-exist (which is generally the case), then the management of a patient will need to be customized to individual clinical presentation. The clinical sections of the book are all written by currently practicing, and research active, clinicians, and the earlier chapters are written by researchers currently working on spasticity. In summary, this book: Provides information that is clinically relevant and strongly researched Includes clinical studies covering both spasticity and contractures, which is unique Presents editors and contributors that are world-class experts Takes a cookbook approach to measurements in clinical studies and research Contains extensive references that are included at the end of each chapter

This practical guide presents the most up-to-date information on the application of non-pharmacological and physical therapeutic measures, either used independently or in combination with pharmacotherapy, for the management of osteoporosis. Pharmacotherapy remains the primary treatment for osteoporosis, but to improve the biomechanical competence of bone and improve quality of life, there needs to be more comprehensive management approach involving non-pharmacological methods. The book opens with a discussion of the diagnosis, pathophysiology, complications and consequences of osteoporosis. Exercise, nutrition, orthotics, and other rehabilitation measures such as whole body vibration and electrical muscle stimulation, each described in details in chapters of their own, have had a beneficial impact on fall and fracture prevention as well as recovery post-fracture. In addition, the application of acupuncture for pain management and movement-based mind-body therapies like tai chi and the Feldenkrais method are explored.

Providing a description of independent and adjuvant techniques and practices for treatment and improving quality of life, Non-Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis is an excellent resource for endocrinologists, bone specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists and all clinical practitioners and staff working with osteoporosis patients.

 
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This book provides up-to-date knowledge on all aspects of the multidisciplinary approach to pulmonary rehabilitation that is essential in order to achieve optimal results. It will be an ideal resource especially for pulmonologists in training, but will also be of value for physiotherapists, other health care professionals, and technicians. Detailed information is presented on the diverse program components in pulmonary rehabilitation, with clear explanation of the roles of the nutritionist, psychologist, occupational therapist, respiratory nurse, and physical activity coach.

Guidance is provided on identification of candidates for pulmonary rehabilitation and on all aspects of assessment, including exercise capacity, muscle function, and physical activity. Patient-centered, economic, and other outcomes are examined, with separate discussion of combined outcome assessment. Furthermore, due consideration is given to organizational aspects of pulmonary rehabilitation and to rehabilitation in specific scenarios, e.g., thoracic oncology and surgery, transplantation, and the ICU. The authors are internationally recognized experts selected for their expertise in the topics they discuss.

 

Table of contents (30 chapters)

 

A Historical Perspective of Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 3-18

Celli, Bartolome R., M.D., F.C.C.P., F.E.R.S. (et al.)

Current Concepts and Definitions

Pages 19-22

Spruit, Martijn (et al.)

Identifying Candidates for Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 25-36

Troosters, Thierry, P.T., Ph.D.

The Complexity of a Respiratory Patient

Pages 37-43

Vanfleteren, Lowie E. G. W.

Assessment of Exercise Capacity

Pages 47-71

Vogiatzis, Ioannis (et al.)

Assessment of Limb Muscle Function

Pages 73-91

Rabinovich, Roberto A. (et al.)

Assessment of Patient-Reported Outcomes

Pages 93-107

Frei, Anja (et al.)

Assessment of Physical Activity

Pages 109-119

Demeyer, Heleen (et al.)

Global Assessment

Pages 121-129

Singh, Sally

Exercise Training in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 133-144

Burtin, Chris (et al.)

Nutrition in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 145-157

Schols, Annemie

Occupational Therapy and Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 159-169

Sewell, Louise, Ph.D.

Psychological Considerations in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 171-182

Harrison, Samantha Louise, Ph.D., M.C.S.P. (et al.)

The Respiratory Nurse in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 183-194

McDonald, Vanessa M. (et al.)

The Physical Activity Coach in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 195-204

Pitta, Fabio (et al.)

Breathing Exercises and Mucus Clearance Techniques in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 205-216

Hill, Catherine J. (et al.)

Self-Management in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 217-232

Bourbeau, Jean, M.D., M.Sc., F.R.C.P.C (et al.)

Inspiratory Muscle Training

Pages 233-249

Langer, Daniel

Patient-Centered Outcomes

Pages 253-272

Furlanetto, Karina C. (et al.)

COPD: Economical and Surrogate Outcomes—The Case of COPD

Pages 273-282

Dal Negro, Roberto W. (et al.)

Conventional Programs: Settings, Cost, Staffing, and Maintenance

Pages 285-296

Rochester, Carolyn L., M.D. (et al.)

Contemporary Alternative Settings

Pages 297-306

Holland, Anne E., B.App.Sc., Ph.D.

Telehealth in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 307-321

Vitacca, Michele, M.D., F.E.R.S. (et al.)

Thoracic Oncology and Surgery

Pages 325-335

Transplantation

Pages 337-348

Gloeckl, Rainer, Ph.D. (et al.)

Rehabilitation in Intensive Care

Pages 349-365

Gosselink, Rik (et al.)

Cystic Fibrosis

Pages 367-378

Radtke, Thomas (et al.)

Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Restrictive Thoracic Disorders

Pages 379-390

Holland, Anne (et al.)

Conclusions: Perspectives in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages 391-392

Clini, Enrico (et al.)

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Erratum to: The Physical Activity Coach in Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pages E1-E1

Pitta, Fabio (et al.)