Spasticity Management: A Practical Multidisciplinary Guide, Second Edition - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1482299526 ISBN 13: 9781482299526

Publisher: CRC Press, 2016

Synopsis

Spasticity is a common symptom that arises in a wide range of neurological conditions. Unfortunately, a poor understanding and inadequate management of spasticity often results in it having a greater impact on patients than necessary.

Using a multidisciplinary approach, Spasticity Management: A Practical Multidisciplinary Guide provides the essential knowledge for the effective management of spasticity as well as the practical tools for developing wide-ranging services.

In line with the previous edition, this book emphasises the importance of all team members being involved in educating the individual with spasticity and, if appropriate, their carers and families. Thoroughly updated, this edition discusses new medications available for spasticity management, increased coverage of postural management via occupational therapy input, and pragmatic guidance using illustrations, algorithms and linkages to real-world clinical practice.

New chapters have been added to address individuals making the transition from paediatric to adult services as well as the provision of optimal end-of-life care. Also included are real-life case studies to emphasise learning points while engaging the reader, making this a valuable guide to any practitioner involved in managing spasticity.

About this title

About the Author

Edited by

Valerie L. Stevenson, MD, MRCP (UK), National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London, UK

Louise Jarrett, RGN, PhD, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK

From the Back Cover

This book provides the essential knowledge for the effective management of spasticity as well as the practical tools for developing wide-ranging services. It emphasises the importance of all team members being involved in educating the individual with spasticity and, if appropriate, their carers and families as well. Thoroughly updated, this edition also discusses new medications available for spasticity management, functional electrical stimulation, specialist seating and other adjuncts to management. New chapters have been added to address individuals making the transition from paediatric to adult services as well as the provision of optimal end-of-life care. Also included are real-life case studies to illustrate learning points while engaging the reader.

Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1482299526
• ISBN 13: 9781482299526
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 290
• Editor: Stevenson Valerie L., Jarrett Louise