The Stroke Recovery Book: A Guide for Patients and Families
Kip Burkman
ISBN 10: 1886039305 ISBN 13: 9781886039308
Published by Addicus Books, 1998
Used
Paperback
From
ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 25 May 2012
This specific item is no longer available.
About this Item
Description:
May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1886039305I4N00
Synopsis:
Are You Recovering from a Stroke?
If you or someone you love has had a stroke, you are probably frightened and worried. And, you’re filled with questions. What can be expected in recovery? How much rehabilitation will be needed?
No health professional can predict the exact outcome of a stroke. Still, research shows that patients tend to do better when they have supportive families and friends. Learning the basics about stroke and rehabilitation can help families provide a stronger support system as well as reduce their fears of the unknown.
Author Kip Burkman, M.D., is a rehabilitation physician who has worked with thousands of stroke patients and families. He understands what families go through when a loved one has a stroke, and he offers answers to many of your questions.
Among the topics Dr. Burkman covers:
If you or someone you love has had a stroke, you are probably frightened and worried. And, you’re filled with questions. What can be expected in recovery? How much rehabilitation will be needed?
No health professional can predict the exact outcome of a stroke. Still, research shows that patients tend to do better when they have supportive families and friends. Learning the basics about stroke and rehabilitation can help families provide a stronger support system as well as reduce their fears of the unknown.
Author Kip Burkman, M.D., is a rehabilitation physician who has worked with thousands of stroke patients and families. He understands what families go through when a loved one has a stroke, and he offers answers to many of your questions.
Among the topics Dr. Burkman covers:
? How strokes occur?what happens in the brain
? Major types of strokes and effects
? Cognitive changes?personality, emotions, intellect, behavior
? Speech and language impairments
? Weakness in limbs
? Swallowing problems
? Recover and rehabilitation?what to expect
? Stroke prevention?reducing your risk of stroke
A quick reference book to help you cope with the effects of stroke!
A quick reference book to help you cope with the effects of stroke!
About the Author:
Kip Burkman Burkman, MD, is medical director of rehabilitation at the Rusk Rehabilitation Center in Columbia, Missouri. He is also the director of the Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitaion Program and the Rehabilitation Center Outpatient Program.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Stroke Recovery Book: A Guide for ...
Publisher: Addicus Books
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Bob Hoganmiller
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket