Physical Management for Neurological Conditions

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic concepts of neurology, specific neurological conditions and the related PT treatment approaches used in neurological rehabilitation.This research-based text includes extensive scientific references and case histories, covering a wide array of important topics.Thorough definitions of neurological conditions provide a strong base for all future learning.Information on the etiology, prevalence, incidence, and epidemiology of these conditions prepares the reader for future practice.Coverage of anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and clinical signs, and assessment and outcome of each condition offers the most expansive coverage available.Material on medical and physical management, as well as multidisciplinary team work, gives the reader a practical explanation of how to deal with a variety of real-life situations.Content on relationships with patients provides the reader with a method of setting goals for their patients and themselves.Background information on physiology and physical therapy presents a clear link between the two areas.New co-editor Inclusion of North-American and Australian contributorsMore illustrationsImproved page layout with better use of second colourMore attractive and patient centred cover designApprox half of the chapters re written by new contributorsRemaining chapters thoroughly updated by their original authors