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Braddom's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 6th ed. by David X. Cifu, 2021Thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advances and technologies, Braddom’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 6th Edition, remains the market leader in the field of PM&R. For more than 20 years, this bestselling reference has been the go-to resource for the entire rehabilitation team, providing in-depth coverage of essential core principles along with the latest research, technologies, and procedures that enhance patient care and facilitate optimal return to function. In this edition, lead editor Dr. David X. Cifu and his team of expert associate editors and contributing authors employ a more succinct format that emphasizes need-to-know material, incorporating new key summary features, including high-yield information and study sheets for problem-based learning.
Focuses more heavily on rehabilitation, with case studies throughout and more comprehensive coverage of stroke evaluation, rehabilitation, and therapies.
Provides expanded information on key topics such as interventional pain management options, gait and prosthetics, USG, fluoroscopy, electrodiagnosis and more.
Features a new chapter on Occupational Medicine and Vocational Rehabilitation, plus enhanced coverage of the neurogenic bladder, rehabilitation and prosthetic restoration in upper limb amputation, and acute medical conditions including cardiac disease, medical frailty, and renal failure.
Discusses quality and outcome measures for medical rehabilitation, practical aspects of impairment rating and disability determination, integrative medicine in rehabilitation, and assistive technology.
Offers highly illustrated, templated chapters that are easy to navigate without sacrificing coverage of key topics.
Includes access to dozens of even more practical videos and hundreds of integrated self-assessment questions for more effective learning and retention.
Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
ISBN: 9780323625395
Publication Date: 2020-09-25
Clinical Diagnosis in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1st ed. by Subhadra Nori; Michelle Stern; Se Won Lee, 2022Offering a strong focus on investigative methods and action strategies for diagnosis of musculoskeletal issues, Clinical Diagnosis in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Case by Case is a must-have resource for quick reference during daily rounds, as well as a handy study and review tool for oral boards. This portable reference covers what approaches to take when a patient presents with specific musculoskeletal issues (including differential diagnoses possibilities), what tests are appropriate to order, how to determine the relevance of results, and what treatment options to consider. Practical and easy to use, it helps you apply foundational knowledge to everyday clinical situations. Provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary guidance for clinical diagnosis and problem solving of musculoskeletal issues that are commonly encountered in an office or clinic setting. Offers a case-by-case analysis organized by chief complaint, body part, or condition, allowing for optimal on-the-spot reference. Helps physiatrists and residents think through every aspect of clinical diagnosis, clearly organizing essential information and focusing on a quick and accurate thought process required by limited time with each patient. Covers neck pain, back pain, total body pain (fibromyalgia), lymphedema, tingling and numbness, gait difficulty, and much more. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase, which allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
ISBN: 9780323720847
Publication Date: 2021-01-11
Michlovitz's Modalities for Therapeutic Intervention, 7th ed. by James W. Bellew; Thomas P. Nolan, 2022A volume in the Contemporary Perspectives in Rehabilitation Series, curated by Steven L. Wolf, PhD, PT, FAPTA. Implement a current, evidence-based approach to the selection, application, and uses of therapeutic modalities as an essential tool for functionally based rehabilitation and as a complement to other types of interventions in a patient-centered model of care. The 7th Edition of this groundbreaking text fosters an in-depth understanding of the science behind each modality, its advantages and limitations, its appropriateness for specific conditions, and its implementation. A hands-on problem-solving approach promotes the development of essential clinical decision-making skills through a wealth of full-color photographs and illustrations, special features, and challenging cases studies. Case studies with clinical decision components feature rationales for selecting and applying each therapeutic modality. Suggested Lab Activities promote discussion and hands-on practice. Illustrations, photographs, and graphs bring the text to life and familiarize you with the equipment you'll need to know about when you enter your clinical rotations. Important facts, highlighted in each chapter, prepare you for tests on the clinical application of the modality. "Key Word Literature Searches" and "Websites for Literature for Evidence" boxes enhance your understanding of research and evidence. New To This Edition: Updated, Enhanced, & Revised! The content reflects the most current information on the science and practice of therapeutic interventions. Updated & Enhanced! A more step-by-step approach to the application of the agents makes the procedures easier to follow and easier to understand. New! Case Studies are followed by open-ended questions that promote active discussions of clinical decision-making. New! "For Whom and When" boxes succinctly describe which patients are most appropriate for the application of a specific physical agent and when administration of the agent is most indicated and supported. "Complementary Role" sections highlight how specific agents play a complementary role to other interventions as part of the larger plan of care. Updated! References at the end of each chapter reflect timely and relevant sources of information.
ISBN: 9781719641999
Publication Date: 2022-01-30
Musculoskeletal Interventions: Techniques for Therapeutic Exercise, 4th ed. by Barbara J. Hoogenboom; Michael L. Voight; William E. Prentice, 2021The definitive resource for designing and implementing evidence-based rehabilitation programs using therapeutic exercise Written and edited by top experts in their fields, Musculoskeletal Interventions provides the rehabilitation techniques, strategies, and considerations you need to effectively treat patients of all ages, abilities, and functional levels. With expanded coverage of movement systems, along with clinical pearls and hundreds of illustrations, this edition has been fully revised to reflect a contemporary movement system approach patient care. It focuses on the practical application of theory in a clinical setting, making it ideal for students and experienced physical therapists alike. Designed to make finding what you need quickly and easily, Musculoskeletal Interventions is organized into five sections: Foundations of the Rehabilitation Process Introduces the human movement system, the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, and the clinical reasoning process Provides grounding on tissue healing, the Neuromuscular Scan Examination, pain, posture, and function Treating Physiologic Impairments During Rehabilitation Details general impairments that require attention throughout the rehabilitation process Covers muscle performance, endurance and aerobic capacity, mobility, range of motion, and neuromuscular control Tools of Rehabilitation Explains how to achieve optimal outcomes using various tools, including plyometric exercise, open- and closed-kinetic chain interventions, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques, joint mobilization, postural stability and balance interventions, core stabilization training, aquatic therapy, functional movement screening, and more Interventions Strategies for Specific Regions Describes applications of techniques and interventions related to common movement-based, overuse, traumatic, and postoperative musculoskeletal dysfunction Provides guidance on conditions common to the shoulder complex, elbow, wrist, hand, digits, groin, hip, thigh, knee, lower leg, ankle, foot, and spine Discusses pathomechanics and injury mechanisms while focusing on rehabilitation strategies and concerns for specific injuries and providing example protocols Special Considerations for Specific Patient Populations Provides application of all previous intervention strategies and how these may need to be selected, adapted, and utilized for geriatric patients, pediatric patient, and physically active females Musculoskeletal Interventions is filled with features that help you understand and retain critical information. Learning aids include objectives, tales, clinical pearls, figures, video links, summary points, chapter-ending treatment guidelines, and references.
ISBN: 9781260459951
Publication Date: 2021-08-09
O'Sullivan and Schmitz's Physical Rehabilitation, 8th ed. by Kevin K. Chui; George D. Fulk, 2024Rely on this comprehensive, curriculum-spanning text and reference now and throughout your career! You’ll find everything you need to know about the rehabilitation management of adult patients… from integrating basic surgical, medical, and therapeutic interventions to how to select the most appropriate evaluation procedures, develop rehabilitation goals, and implement a treatment plan.
New! Six immersive, full-color video case study modules online mirror the real world in which you will practice and help you to develop your critical-thinking and clinical judgment skills. Activities and guiding questions highlight the importance of careful observation during evaluation and documenting all aspects of an intervention.
Features more than 60 narrated, full-color video clips of patients in treatment, including the initial examination, interventions, and outcomes for a variety of the conditions commonly seen in rehabilitation settings.
Incorporates current research in basic and clinical sciences with physical therapy assessments and treatment procedures and features “Evidence Summary” tables in most chapters which evaluate current research on specific topics and support evidence-based practice.
Integrates the goals, examination procedures, and interventions of the APTA’s Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and aligns to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability & Health (ICF) model of the World Health Organization.
ISBN: 9781719646918
Publication Date: 2024-03-25
Pharmacology in Rehabilitation, 5th ed. by Charles D. Ciccone, 2022Up-to-date, must-know coverage Bring your understanding of the rapidly evolving world of pharmacological agents and their impact on rehabilitation up to date with the Updated 5th Edition of this groundbreaking reference. An easy-to-understand writing style and easy-to-follow design help you to understand the what, why, and how of this complex subject to ensure the most effective plans of care for your patients.
ISBN: 9781719645348
Publication Date: 2022-01-30
Principles of Rehabilitation Medicine by Raj Mitra, 2019A concise, expertly written overview of physical medicine and rehabilitation --- from leaders in the field Doody's Core Titles for 2022! Principles of Rehabilitation Medicine is comprehensive and authoritative review for the specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. The book offers a wide array of chapters with complete reviews of classical rehabilitation topics such as brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, pain management and electrodiagnostic medicine. Additionally, there is in-depth coverage of musculoskeletal medicine, pediatric rehabilitation and sports. An expansive first section reviews fundamental knowledge essential to the basic rehabilitation assessment. Chapters reflect cutting edge topics in the field such as: Regenerative medicine Rehabilitation of the veteran Rehabilitation of the polytrauma patient Hand rehabilitation Ethics Rehabilitation in pregnancy Sexual rehabilitation Rehabilitation of the injured worker Rehabilitation issues in the developing world Rehabilitation at the end of life Chapters are authored by proven leaders in the field with a focus on pathophysiology, diagnosis and rehabilitative management. Information is presented in a clear, concise manner, with direct patient applications. The text is complemented by numerous figures, tables and patient care algorithms which are designed to confer a basic understanding of principles.
ISBN: 9780071793339
Publication Date: 2019-02-04
Spinal Cord Injury: Functional Rehabilitation, 4th ed. by Martha Freeman Somers; Jade J. Bender-Burnett, 2024Updated & Revised - Incorporates current best practices based on recent evidence and clinical practice guidelines. Includes more therapeutic approaches to restoring locomotor function in patients with the potential to regain ambulatory ability using lower extremity musculature, presenting strategies consistent with current clinical practice guidelines. Expanded! Addresses how to determine whether a given patient will benefit most from therapeutic interventions that stress compensation, restoration of normal movement patterns, or a blend of the two. New! Features problem-solving exercises that offer more opportunities to develop clinical reasoning skills. Updated! Uses the most current International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as a conceptual framework for understanding both the impact of spinal cord injury and the role of rehabilitation. Builds the broad knowledge base of all areas pertinent to spinal cord injuries needed for optimal program planning and implementation, integrated with an understanding of the relationships between functioning, disability, and health. Develops knowledge of both the physical skills required for functional activities and the therapeutic strategies for achieving these skills. Emphasizes the importance of structuring the social environment of the rehabilitation unit to foster self-reliant attitudes and behaviors and to promote self-respect and autonomy. Considers the importance of psychosocial adaptation after spinal cord injury and the impact rehabilitation professionals can have.
ISBN: 9781719648103
Publication Date: 2024-03-12
Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation, 6th ed. by William E. Prentice, 2021The most comprehensive textbook available on therapeutic modalities in rehabilitation--enhanced by a full-color presentation and numerous case studies This practically oriented guide presents the basic science and current best available evidence for each type of therapeutic modality used in physical rehabilitation. Here, clinicians will find the information needed to determine which modality will be most effective in a given situation to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Each chapter examines the physiologic basis for use, clinical applications, specific techniques of application through the use of related laboratory activities, and relevant individual case studies for each therapeutic modality. Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation, Sixth Edition is divided into six parts: Part 1: Foundations of Therapeutic Modalities examines the scientific basis for using therapeutic modalities, classifies the modalities according to the type of energy each uses, and includes guidelines for selecting the most appropriate modalities for managing pain and for use in different phases of the healing process. Part II: Electrical Energy Modalities discusses the principles of electricity, components of electrical and electrotherapeutic currents, treatment parameters, physiological responses to electrical current, iontophoresis, and biofeedback. Part III: Thermal Energy Modalities focuses on modalities which produce a change in tissue temperatures through conduction and convection including thermotherapy and cryotherapy. Part IV: Sound Energy Modalities covers modalities that utilize acoustic energy to produce a therapeutic effect, including therapeutic ultrasound and extracorporeal shockwave therapy. Biologic effects and clinical applications are also discussed. Part V: Electromagnetic Energy Modalities examines diathermy, as well as photobiomodulation (light therapy) treatment techniques and protocols. Part VI: Mechanical Energy Modalities includes chapters on traction, intermittent pneumatic compression, therapeutic massage and vibration. Presented in full color, the text is enhanced by valuable learning aids, including chapter objectives and summaries, figures and tables, clinical decision-making exercises, review questions, instructional videos, a glossary of key terms in each chapter, up-to-date references, case studies, lab activities, and appendices.
ISBN: 9781264264551
Publication Date: 2021-08-10
Umphred's Neurological Rehabilitation, 7th ed. by Rolando T. Lazaro, 2020Develop problem-solving strategies for individualized, effective neurologic care! Under the new leadership of Rolando Lazaro, Umphred's Neurological Rehabilitation, 7th Edition, covers the therapeutic management of people with activity limitations, participation restrictions, and quality of life issues following a neurological event. This comprehensive reference reviews basic theory and addresses the best evidence for evaluation tools and interventions commonly used in today's clinical practice. It applies a time-tested, evidence-based approach to neurological rehabilitation that is perfect for both the classroom and the clinic. Now fully searchable with additional case studies through Student Consult, this edition includes updated chapters and the latest advances in neuroscience. Comprehensive reference offers a thorough understanding of all aspects of neurological rehabilitation. Expert authorship and editors lend their experience and guidance for on-the-job success. UNIQUE! A section on neurological problems accompanying specific system problems includes hot topics such as poor vision, vestibular dysfunction, dementia and problems with cognition, and aging with a disability. A problem-solving approach helps you apply your knowledge to examinations, evaluations, prognoses, and intervention strategies. Evidence-based research sets up best practices, covering topics such as the theory of neurologic rehabilitation, screening and diagnostic tests, treatments and interventions, and the patient's psychosocial concerns. Case studies use real-world examples to promote problem-solving skills. Comprehensive coverage of neurological rehabilitation across the lifespan - from pediatrics to geriatrics. Terminology adheres to the best practices, follows The Guide to Physical Therapy Practice and the WHO-ICF World Health model. NEW! enhanced eBook on Student Consult. UPDATED! Color photos and line drawings clearly demonstrate important concepts and clinical conditions students will encounter in practice. NEW and EXPANDED! Additional case studies and videos illustrate how concepts apply to practice. Updated chapters incorporate the latest advances and the newest information in neurological rehabilitation strategies. NEW and UNIQUE! New chapter on concussion has been added. Separate and expanded chapters on two important topics: Balance and Vestibular.
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