Physical Management for Neurological Conditions: [Formerly Physical Management in Neurological Rehabilitation] (Physiotherapy Essentials) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0702071749 ISBN 13: 9780702071744

Publisher: Elsevier, 2018

Synopsis

Following the success of the previous three editions, Physical Management for Neurological Conditions 4^th edition remains the most up-to-date evidence-based textbook for undergraduate students in health professions and qualified therapists.

Written by an international team of clinicians and researchers, it is applicable to a number of healthcare systems, with a special focus on physiotherapy. New chapters have been added to cover both common and rare conditions, such as Hereditary Disorders, Functional Motor disorders and Neuromuscular diseases.

• 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

• 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

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0702071749
• ISBN 13: 9780702071744
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 592
• Editor: Lennon PhD MSc BSc FCSP Sheila, Ramdharry BSc (Hons) PG Cert MSc PhD Gita, Verheyden PhD Geert