Physiotherapy in Orthopaedics: A Problem-Solving Approach 2ed
Drawing on their many years of experience in various orthopaedic settings, the authors of this valuable resource describe how to apply clinical reasoning to a diverse range of patient problems. The content of the book progresses logically from normal to abnormal findings and from simple to complex conditions. Engaging case studies and self-assessment sections help readers develop a reasoned and logical approach to the management of orthopaedic patients.
- Chapter summaries emphasize key areas of importance.
- Case studies illustrate problem-solving approaches and demonstrate how to manage specific client groups.
- Objectives and prerequisites are included for each section, alerting readers to what they should know before and after reading.
- Reading and practice assignments include recommended prerequisite knowledge and experience.
- Well-illustrated text includes line diagrams, photographs, and radiographs to clarify important concepts.
- New chapters on Hydrotherapy and Gait present current knowledge on these areas.
- Chapters have been updated to include more information on the upper limb.
- Chapters on Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning in Orthopaedics and Gait Analysis in the Clinical Situation have been thoroughly updated and revised.
| Book | |
|---|---|
| Author | Atkinson, Karen |
| Pages | 376 |
| Year | 2005 |
| ISBN | 9780443074066 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Language | English |
| Uncategorized | |
| Edition | 2/e |
| Weight | 740 g |
| Dimensions | 19.05 x 24.77 x 2.16 cm |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Imprint | Churchill Livingstone |