Kategoria BISAC: Medical >> Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Lo scopo del presente volume e quello di spiegare attraverso un linguaggio semplice e ricco di figure esemplificative il processo psico-biologico con il quale acquisiamo nuova conoscenza e quanto tale meccanismo sia importante nello sviluppo. La finalita principale e, infatti, quella di fornire al futuro logopedista il maggior numero di strumenti possibili per un valido ed efficace intervento nei disturbi caratteristici dell'eta evolutiva. A tal fine e nata l'esigenza di articolare il volume in diversi capitoli che analizzano l'apprendimento in una prospettiva scientifica globale, in cui...

Over the past decade, the scientific information on psychology of injury has increased considerably. Despite dramatic advances in physical education of coaches, field of medicine, athletic training, and physical therapy, the sport-related traumatic injuries is our major concern. Athletic injuries, both single and multiple, have a tendency to grow dramatically. Accordingly, prevention of sport-related injuries is a major challenge facing the sport medicine world today. The purpose of this book is to accumulate the latest development in psychological analyses, evaluation, and management of...

Despite the apparently distinct differences between the disciplines of ergonomics and rehabilitation, they deal with the same issues, although at different ends of the spectrum. Keeping this in mind, Ergonomics for Rehabilitation Professionals explores their philosophies and goals, their parallel, divergent, and complementary aspects. It traces the origin of each field and examines the role of ergonomics in rehabilitation.

The book begins with a theoretical and conceptual review of ergonomics and its role in rehabilitation. It covers anthropometry and its...

The complex nature of the postural control system makes it vulnerable to adverse conditions during early life, such as prenatally or perinatally acquired lesions of the brain or preterm birth. Children with disorders of the developing brain nearly always have dysfunctions in postural control. The postural control system of children with other neurodevelopmental disabilities such as myelomeningocele or muscle disease is also challenged: it has to find age-specific solutions for the postural problems posed by the disorder. These...

Prescribing the right aquatic exercise program for those with functional limitations is challenging, in part because the literature on water exercise is limited. That prescription is made all the more difficult when working with clients and patients with a wide range of limitations. Aquatic Exercise for Rehabilitation and Training shows professionals how to design aquatic rehabilitation and exercise programs for various groups and individuals across the life span. The authors guide readers in choosing the right exercises for their clients--including the appropriate exercise...

Lower-Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics: Clinical Concepts is a comprehensive overview of lower-limb prosthetics and orthotics, covering normal and pathological gait, lower-limb biomechanics, clinical applications, as well as prosthetic and orthotic designs and components.

Die anstehenden Veranderungen im Gesundheitswesen bringen auch fur die Berufsgruppe der ErgotherapeutInnen neue Aufgabenfelder und Herausforderungen mit sich. ErgotherapeutInnen nehmen immer mehr Managementaufgaben wahr und arbeiten in entsprechenden Leitungspositionen.

Management in der Ergotherapie beschreibt neue konkrete Aufgabenfelder fur Fuhrungskrafte und zeigt Moglichkeiten der Qualifizierung im Managementbereich auf. Es richtet sich gezielt an Leitungskrafte, die ihre Aufgaben reflektierend, aber auch unter dem Aspekt neuer Gestaltungsmoglichkeiten...

Recent years have witnessed a trend toward the use of minimally invasive techniques in all areas of orthopedic surgery, including hip replacement. This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to the use of minimally invasive surgery in total hip arthroplasty. The four commonly employed approaches - anterior, anterolateral OCM, anterolateral supine, and posterior - are described in detail with the aid of high-quality illustrations. For each approach, clear guidance is offered on patient selection, patient positioning, surgical procedure, postsurgical care, and rehabilitation. Potential...

Musculoskeletal Examination of the Shoulder: Making the Complex Simple by Dr. Steven B. Cohen answers these questions. Written by experts, this easy-to-carry book provides a thorough review of the most common pathologic shoulder conditions, techniques for diagnosis, as well as the appropriate...

The physical examination of the hip and knee can be a complex topic for professionals with all levels of clinical experience. How can advance concepts be taught in a user-friendly, clear format, while still providing necessary information for effective diagnosis and treatment of the hip and knee?

Musculoskeletal Examination of the Hip and Knee: Making the Complex Simple by Drs. Anil Ranawat and Bryan T. Kelly answers these questions. Written by experts, this easy-to-carry book provides a thorough review of the most common pathologic hip and knee conditions, techniques...