Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

by Jeffrey A Strakowski , Language: English

This is the first truly foundational, introductory text designed to help novice practitioners master the fundamentals of musculoskeletal ultrasound. For the new practitioner who has yet to hold a transducer, Dr. Strakowski makes beginning easy and presents detailed step-by-step instructions for operating the equipment, obtaining good images, and successfully interpreting sonograms. Organized for maximum learning value, the book is packed with high-quality color images, tables, and tips to enhance understanding of proper technique and proficiency in musculoskeletal ultrasound.

by Paul Abels , Sonia Leib Abels , Language: English

A clear guide to one of todays most popular treatment modalities, this volume explores why the narrative metaphor is important in the therapeutic relationship, and how to incorporate narrative techniques into social work practice.

by Stephen S Burkhart , Ian K Y Lo , Paul C Brady , Language: English

From a world-famous pioneer in arthroscopic shoulder surgery comes the first step-by-step "how-to" guide to advanced techniques in shoulder arthroscopy. Dr. Burkhart describes the innovative techniques and instruments he has devised to solve the most difficult surgical problems and offers dozens of tips, tricks, and pearls you won’t find in any other book. More than 900 full-color arthroscopic and clinical photographs and numerous drawings complement the text.The first section explains the principles that underlie successful operative shoulder arthroscopy.

by David B Thordarson , Language: English

The Third Edition of this definitive work is broadened to include the next generation of trauma specialists. With 50 contributors, new techniques are covered with a focus on minimally invasive procedures. The text is divided into three sections: general aspects, disruption of the pelvic ring, and fractures of the acetabulum. New features include current percutaneous techniques and an accompanying CD-ROM that features additional cases.

by James R Doyle , Language: English

Written by an outstanding hand surgeon, this volume of our Orthopaedic Surgery Essentials Series presents all the information residents need during hand and wrist surgery rotations or services. It can easily be read cover to cover during a rotation or used for quick reference before a patient workup or operation. The user-friendly, visually stimulating format features ample illustrations, bulleted lists, boxes, and tables.Coverage begins with hand and wrist anatomy and movement and proceeds to specific deformities, diseases, and injuries.

by (Optometrist Amy Chang , Xiao Xi Yu , Steven E Ritter , Language: English

Neurovision Rehabilitation Guide is a valuable resource for the health care professional working with patients with visual dysfunction as a consequence of traumatic brain injury and neurological disorders. It covers the concepts of visual dysfunction as well as assessment and step-by-step treatment plans. The guide covers the neurology of visual processing before and after a brain injury. It explains the concepts behind neurovision rehabilitation and how to go about examining and treating the patient’s visual deficits.

by Lori Thein Brody , Carrie M Hall , Language: English

Therapeutic Exercise: Moving Toward Function, Third Edition provides a conceptual framework for learning how to make clinical decisions regarding the prescription of therapeutic exercise—from deciding which exercise(s) to teach, to how to teach them, to the dosage required for the best outcome. Readers will learn how to use therapeutic exercise and related interventions to treat the impairments that correlate to functional limitations and disability and to work toward optimal function. Highlights of this Third Edition include case studies in each chapter and more than 200 new photographs and illustrations.

by Felise S Zollman , Language: English

provides an excellent road map to the many topics relevant in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of individuals with TBI. As such, the book can serve either as a fine introduction for the uninitiated or as a valued reference for seasoned clinicians. I highly recommend [it]‚Journal of Head Trauma RehabilitationThis is a stellar quality book that will be beneficial for every member of the multidisciplinary team that is required to treat patients with TBI. It offers a concise but broad and informative view of the disorder, and can serve as an easy-to-read and access primary text.

by Alfred L Logan , Judith A Logan , Language: English

This book focuses on practical and effective approaches to treatment o f the knee. The text includes anatomy, examination, testing, treatment, and rehabilitation exercise, along with 295 illustrations by the lat e Dr. Logan and 61 photographs.

by Allison Brashear , Elie Elovic , Language: English

Since publication of the first edition, Spasticity: Diagnosis and Management has been the defining reference and go-to source for physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers who care for patients with spasticity. For this new updated edition, Dr Brashear and a diverse team of specialists have come together to integrate new research, clinical trials, measurement tools, therapies, and other recent advances that reflect this evolving field.The book is organized into four sections, each of which covers a broad scope of material.

by Jan Mayer , Hans-Dieter Hermann , Language: German

Vorstellungen nutzen – die Leistung optimierenIn diesem Lehrbuch für die Praxis zeigen zwei renommierte Sportpsychologen mit Erkenntnissen aus Psychologie, Neurophysiologie und Sportwissenschaft, wie mentales Training wirkt. Sie zeigen wissenschaftliche Hintergründe auf und geben konkrete Handlungsanleitungen, anschauliche Beispiele und praktische Tipps zum Trainingsaufbau. Geschrieben haben sie dieses Werk für Trainer, Coaches, Sportpsychologen, Psychotherapeuten und Sportwissenschaftler.Insbesondere Sportler, aber auch Chirurgen, Piloten und andere Leistungsträger stehen häufig unter enormem Druck: In Stresssituationen müssen sie ihre maximale Leistung abrufen können.

by Michael J Econs , Language: English

The explosive growth in the field of molecular biology over the last two decades has started to make a great impact on clinical medicine. Genes have been cloned for diseases that were poorly understood only a decade ago. Additionally, investigators are increasingly aware that there are strong genetic components to complex disorders, such as osteoporosis, that are not classically thought of as genetic disorders.

by Patricia J Benjamin , Scott P Lamp , Language: English

Updated and invigorated, “Understanding Sports Massage, Second Edition, ” provides readers with an understanding of the fundamental theory and practical basis for using sports massage to keep athletes in top shape, recover from injuries, and improve performance. Like the successful first edition, “Understanding Sports Massage” is ideal for sport professionals and students in sports massage training programs. The book illustrates and explains massage techniques in detail and describes the procedures involved in conducting effective sports massage sessions, including determining goals, organizing the session, and choosing and applying techniques.