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Physical Therapy of Cerebral Palsy (eBook, PDF)

Beschreibung

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. Tables and algorithms are included to help in the decision-making process for determining what treatment would be most beneficial. Chapters in section one deal with fundamental aspects of cerebral palsy management. In section two, physical therapists cover specific rehabilitation techniques. The book includes chapters on rehabilitation techniques.

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Autor

Dr. Freeman Miller is Co-Director of the Cerebral Palsy Program and Medical Director of the Gait Analysis Laboratory at the Alfred I. duPont Institute in Wilmington, Delaware. He specializes in treating children with cerebral palsy and gait disorders and is well renowned and highly respected in his field. Dr. Miller is a member of eight professional societies, including the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Springer US
• Seitenzahl: 416
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. Mai 2007
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780387383057
• Artikelnr.: 37287793

Rezensionen

From the reviews:

"This book was written by an orthopedic surgeon and the contents is broad, covering the etiology and overall medical management of cerebral palsy, with the longest chapter devoted to gait. ... In addition, there are quizzes to test the reader's knowledge. This is a wonderful teaching tool. ... This is valuable for all clinicians ... . this book will be useful for physicians who are new to the area of cerebral palsy ... ." (Eileen Fowler, Journal of the American Medical Association, Vol. 298 (20), 2007)