Physical Management for Neurological Conditions Elsevier eBook on VitalSource , 4th Edition

Description

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, applicable to 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
• Key messages highlighted for assessment, treatment, and measurement of the most common neurological conditions

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

Key Features

• Comprehensive and handy reference on physical management and movement limitations, suitable to any health care context and environment
• Use of eclectic approach which focuses on selecting the appropriate evidence-based tools to assess and treat neurological conditions without subscribing to any specific treatment approaches
• International case studies are presented to provide worldwide scientific evidence

New to this Edition

• Fully revised by international contributors with the inclusion of 8 new chapters covering:

• Common impairments
• Inherited neurological disorders
• Complex case management
• Virtual reality and interactive gaming technologies

Companion Products

• Physical Management for Neurological Conditions, 4th Edition
• Physical Management for Neurological Conditions E-Book, 4th Edition : Physical Management for Neurological Conditions E-Book

Readership

Physiotherapy students

Table of Contents

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Author Information

Edited by Sheila Lennon, PhD MSc BSc FCSP, Professor of Physiotherapy, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia; Gita Ramdharry, BSc (Hons) PG Cert, MSc, PhD, Associate Professor, Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George's, University of London; Consultant Allied Health Professional, Queen Square Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, University College London NHS Foundation Trust, London UK. and Geert Verheyden, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven, University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium