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Physical Therapy of Cerebral Palsy / edited by Freeman Miller

By: Resource type: Ressourcentyp: Buch (Online)Book (Online)Language: English Series: SpringerLink BücherPublisher: New York : Springer Science+Business Media, Inc, 2007Description: Online-Ressource (X, 416p. 178 illus. in color, digital)ISBN:
  • 9780387383057
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: 9780387383033 | Buchausg. u.d.T.: 9780387383033 DDC classification:
  • 615.81
  • 616.836062 22
RVK: RVK: YG 4415LOC classification:
  • RM695-950
  • RJ496.C4
NLM classification:
  • WS 342
DOI: DOI: 10.1007/978-0-387-38305-7Online resources:
Contents:
Preface; CONTENTS; Contributors; Section I Cerebral Palsy Management; 1 The Child, the Parent, and the Goal; 2 Etiology, Epidemiology, Pathology, and Diagnosis; 3 Neurologic Control of the Musculoskeletal System; 4 Therapy, Education, and Other Treatment Modalities; 5 Durable Medical Equipment; 6 Gait; Section II Rehabilitation Techniques; 1 Neurodevelopmental Therapy; 2 Strengthening Exercises; 3 Balance Interventions; 4 Electrical Stimulation Techniques; 5 Hippotherapy; 6 Aquatic Therapy; 7 Assistive Devices; 8 Seating Systems; 9 M.O.V.E.™ (Mobility Opportunities Via Education) Curriculum
10 Occupational Therapy Extremity Evaluation11 Intrathecal Baclofen Pumps; References; Index
Summary: This book is a derivative of the author's well-regarded Cerebral Palsy and focuses on rehabilitation techniques. The book discusses the theory and techniques used by physical and occupational therapists, and also provides suggestions for implementing an Individual Education Plan. The book includes chapters on rehabilitation techniques. Tables and algorithms are included to help in the decision-making process for determining what treatment would be most beneficial. On the accompanying CD there are more than 100 case studies, as well as videos of children with gait disorders.Summary: Focusing on rehabilitation techniques, this book discusses the theory and techniques used by physical and occupational therapists. It provides suggestions for implementing an Individual Education Plan and also deals with fundamental aspects of cerebral palsy managementPPN: PPN: 1648992161Package identifier: Produktsigel: ZDB-1-SMI | ZDB-2-SME
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