Neurological Physiotherapy Pocketbook: 2ed
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.
- Background Knowledge including common neurological conditions, neural plasticity, and common motor impairments and their impact on activity
- Clinical Decision Making including assessment and treatment of the acute patient before and during stabilisation; the acute patient with potential for recovery; and the patient with degenerative disease
- Respiratory, communication, cognitive and orthotic management
- Medical investigations and drug treatments
A glossary of terms and abbreviations
- 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)
| Book | |
|---|---|
| Author | Lennon, Sheila |
| Pages | 248 |
| Year | 2019 |
| ISBN | 9780702055089 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Language | English |
| Uncategorized | |
| Edition | 2/e |
| Weight | 260 g |
| Dimensions | 12.7 x 19.05 x 1.27 cm |
| Binding | Paperback |