The second edition of the
Neurological Physiotherapy Pocketbook
is the only book for physiotherapists that provides essential evidence-based information in a unique and easy-to-use format for the current evidence in clinical settings.
Written by new international editors and contributors, this pocketbook provides quick and easy access to essential clinical information.
Key feature:
Pocketbook size for when out on clinical placement or working in clinical practice
Revised and brand new chapters on neurological rehabilitation and essential components
Concentrates on the six most common conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury
Use of case studies to illustrate specifics of assessment, management and recommended measurement tools
Together with the textbook
Physical Management for Neurological Conditions
4E
, it presents all essential components and conditions for undergraduates and therapists working in neurological clinical practice.
Background Knowledge
including common neurological conditions, neural plasticity, and common motor impairments and their impact on activity
Clinical Decision Making
including assessment and treatment of the acute patient before and during stabilisation; the acute patient with potential for recovery; and the patient with degenerative disease
Respiratory, communication, cognitive and orthotic management
Medical investigations and drug treatments
A glossary of terms and abbreviations
- Expands guiding principles of neurological rehabilitation
- Contains completely revised chapters on essential components
- Concentrates on six most common conditions (stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and Guillain Barré Syndrome)