Description
Small enough to fit in a lab coat pocket, this new reference provides clinicians with a summary of contraindications and precautions to review before treating patients seeking physical rehabilitation. This is the only book that discusses all of the contraindications in one convenient source, and includes the full range of interventions, ranging from physical agents to supportive devices to therapeutic exercises. Perfect for both seasoned clinicians and entry-level practitioners, this resource is a must-have for all clinical settings. It can also be used in such academic courses as Differential Diagnosis, Clinical Reasoning, Therapeutics, and Intervention. Students beginning rotations will find it convenient to carry for immediate reference. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.
Product Details
Reference
31624
EAN13
9781416033646
ISBN
9781416033646
Data sheet
Publication date
2006
Issue number
1
Cover
paperback
Pages count
960
Dimensions (mm)
127 x 210
Weight (g)
880
Part I: Overview Part II: Tests & Measures Chapter 1: Blood Pressure Assessment Chapter 2: Electrodiagnostic Testing Chapter 3: Exercise Testing Chapter 4: Screening For Falls In Older Persons Chapter 5 Mobility Testing Chapter 6 Pain Assessment Chapter 7 Strength Testing: Isokinetic Testing & Evaluation (Class Ii Devices) Part III: Interventions Chapter 8 Coordination: Communication And Documentation Chapter 9 Patient Instructions Chapter 10 Infection Control Section A Therapeutic Exercise Chapter 11 Aerobic Chapter 12 Balance And Coordination Chapter 13 Flexibility Exercises Chapter 14 Gait And Locomotion Training Chapter 15 Relaxation Techniques (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) Chapter 16 Strength, Power, And Endurance Training Section B Functional Training: Self-Care Chapter 17 Activities Of Daily Living (Basic) Chapter 18 Public Accessibility Section C Functional Training: Work/Community/Leisure Chapter 19 Sport Activities Chapter 20 Older Drivers With Acute Or Chronic Medical Conditions (Includes Noncommercial Motor Vehicles, Excludes Commercial Drivers) Section D: Manual Therapy Techniques Chapter 21: Manual Lymphatic Drainage Chapter 22: Connective Tissue Massage (Bindegewebsmassage) Chapter 23: Therapeutic Massage (Includes Western Techniques, Swedish, Classic; Excludes Eastern Technique, Shiatsu) Chapter 24: Myofascial Release Chapter 25: Joint Mobilization (Articulation, Nonthrust Technique; Nonimpulse Technique) Chapter 26: Spinal Manipulation Chapter 27: Muscle Energy Technique Section E: Prescription, Application, Fabrication Of Devices And Equipment Chapter 28: Adaptive Devices Chapter 29: Assistive Devices Chapter 30: Exercise Equipment Chapter 31: Orthotics Chapter 32: Prosthetics Chapter 33: Protective Devices Chapter 34: Supportive Devices Section F: Airway Clearance Technique Chapter 35: Breathing Chapter 36: Manual/Mechanical Techniques Chapter 37: Postural Drainage (Bronchial Drainage) Section G: Integument Repair & Protection Techniques Chapter 38: Wound Care Section H: Electrotherapeutic Modalities Chapter 39: Biofeedback Chapter 40: Iontophoresis Chapter 41: Electrical Stimulation Section I: Physical Agents And Mechanical Modalities Chapter 42: Cryotherapy (Cold Therapy) Chapter 43: Diathermy Chapter 44: Hydrotherapy Chapter 45: Light Agents Chapter 46: Sound Agents Chapter 47: Thermotherapy Chapter 48: Vasopneumatic Compression Devices Chapter 49: Gravity-Assisted Compression Devices Chapter 50: Continuous Passive Motion Chapter 51: Spinal Traction Section J: Complementary & Alternative Medicine Chapter 52: Acupuncture Chapter 53: Aromatherapy Chapter 54: Craniosacral Therapy Chapter 55: Hippotherapy Chapter 56: Hypnosis Chapter 57: Qigong Chapter 58: Shiatsu Chapter 59: Therapeutic Touch Chapter 60: Trager (Psycho-Physical Integration) Chapter 61: Yoga Section K: Injection Therapy Chapter 62: Injection Therapy Chapter 63: Trigger Point Injection Section L: Medication Interactions Chapter 64: Potential Drug Interactions In Physical Medicine Section M: Positioning And Draping Chapter 65: Positioning Chapter 66: Draping Part IV: Screening Forms Part V: Appendix