Physiotherapy

Hip and Knee Pain Disorders has been written to provide a state-of-the-art, evidence-informed and clinically-informed overview of the examination and conservative management of hip/knee pain conditions.

This practical book combines thorough literature review with extensive clinical experience to provide a clear overview of femoral revision arthroplasty, with the aim to present all available surgical techniques and critically discuss pros and cons and evidence-based recommendation for each of them.

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a technique that delivers mild electrical currents across the intact surface of the skin to reduce pain.

This successful and acclaimed guide has now been fully updated and expanded in its second edition.

In the pursuit of more muscle, enhanced strength, sustained endurance and idealised physiques, an increasing number of elite athletes, recreational sport enthusiasts and body-conscious gym-users are turning to performance and image enhancing drugs and substances (PIEDS).

Numerous studies have made the 'placebo effect' the most-studied healing phenomenon known to mankind.

A COMPLETE INTRODUCTION TO THE ART, SCIENCE, AND PRACTICE OF PHYSICAL THERAPYIntroduction to Physical Therapy and Patient Skills is intended to provide a foundation upon which to build a career in the challenging yet rewarding field of physical therapy.

This invaluable handbook provides a basic knowledge of muscle action and co-ordination with which students of occupational therapy can applying specific techniques to specific conditions of muscle insufficiency for the restoration of function.

The insights, skills, and practice you need to ace the Physical Therapy Assistant certification examBy following the same Physical Therapy Assistant Blue Print that the Board Exam is based on, the lessons and best practices outlined in PTA Examination Review and Test Taking Skills, will prepare students for the test and perform at the top of their game on exam day.

Instrument-Assisted Myofascial Therapy: Principles and Clinical Applications provides a complete overview of this effective therapy (IAMT) based on the authors' own clinical experience of using instruments to treat myofascial lesions.

MUSCULOSKELETAL EXAMINATION Musculoskeletal Examination is a user-friendly textbook on the techniques of physical examination.

This brand new textbook of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an important addition to the Oxford Textbooks in Rheumatology series, and provides a comprehensive overview of both the scientific and clinical aspects of the disease.

The Infant Motor Profile is a practical manual on a new, evidence-based method to assess infant motor behaviour.

This new edition of Drug Calculations for Nurses teaches healthcare professionals how to perform drug calculations with confidence and competence.

Complete Guide to Respiratory Care in Athletes introduces the respiratory system and its function during exercise.

Exercise has been rightly termed the "e;fountain of youth"e; for older adults.

Clinical Exercise Science is an introduction to core principles and best practice in exercise science for students and practitioners working with clinical populations.

What a great opportunity it is to participate in the body of information advancing the study of musculoskeletal medicine.

Concise atlas providing an essential grounding in normal musculoskeletal ultrasound anatomy, showing ultrasound scans and accompanying anatomical line figures.

The work of a sports therapist is highly technical and requires a confident, responsible and professional approach.

By offering an empowering personal program of self-care in recovery, this book provides guidance for everyone affected by widespread modern 'addictiveness'.

Filling a gap in literature, this concise and practical book presents the principles of virtual orthopedic assessment and shares insights into the use of technology for distance patient-physician communication.

Take a cognitive approach to treating children with DCD!

Back pain is extremely common - about eight in 10 people in the UK are affected at some time in their lives.

Learn to harness the process of recovery from mental illness for use in the transformative healing of your OT clients!

The Routledge Handbook of Critical Obesity Studies is an authoritative and challenging guide to the breadth and depth of critical thinking and theory on obesity.

Fatigue is a condition spanning the breadth of human functioning in health and disease and is a central concern in sport and exercise.

A UNIQUE COMBINATION TEXT AND FULL-COLOR ATLAS OF WOUND MANAGEMENTText and Atlas of Wound Diagnosis and Treatment delivers outstanding visual guidance and clear, step-by-step instruction on caring for patients with wounds.

The metaverse (no matter in which definition and sometimes even without.

A Doody's Core Title 2012The only book dedicated to the PM&R Boards, widely used by residents, updated throughout, and with over 500 illustrations, the second edition of the bestselling Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review is a must have for residents preparing for the ABPMR board exams, for practicing physiatrists preparing for recertification, and for PM&R instructors helping physicians to prepare for the boards.

This practical resource explores the benefits of therapeutic trampolining on children and young people with special educational needs.

As an Emergency Medicine consultant in one of the busiest departments in the UK, Dr Jonny Acheson loved his job.

Functional Anatomy for Sport and Exercise: A Quick A-to-Z Reference is the most user-friendly and accessible available reference to human musculoskeletal anatomy in its moving, active context.

This unique book offers a framework for using yoga therapeutically to heal back and spinal problems.

The FIMS Team Physician Manual is the official sports medicine handbook of the International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS), the world's oldest sports medicine organization.

Like Partridge: Neurological Physiotherapy: Bases of Evidence for Practice, each chapter in Recent Advances in Physiotherapy features a case report provided by a team of clinicians based on details from a real patient.

High quality instruction in an authentic clinical environment is a must for all healthcare programs.

Take a cognitive approach to treating children with DCD!

Although anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has a high success rate, a substantial number of patients are left with unsatisfactory results.

Osteopathy, and Bowen therapy in particular, emphasises the importance of making therapeutic pauses during treatments.

As the title suggests, this book presents a clear and easy to understand explanation of what the fascia is and the role it plays in the body.

Interaction between professionals/students in various disciplines leads to greater respect, cooperation, and practical knowledge for all!

By offering an empowering personal program of self-care in recovery, this book provides guidance for everyone affected by widespread modern 'addictiveness'.

Following on from the successful Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming VI proceedings which covered the conference held in Liverpool, this book contains all twelve of the keynote addresses and selected, edited and revised papers presented at the Swimming Science VII conference in Atlanta.

The book focuses on the practical application of articulation and mobilisation techniques with clear explanations and visual support of the techniques.

This book provides a detailed review of neurogenic pelvic dysfunctions following a suprapontine lesion, since a clear understanding of the pathogenesis of vesical and bowel dysfunctions has become increasingly important in medical education.

A comprehensive textbook spanning the entire scope of cardiovascular and pulmonary practiceIncludes CD-ROM with interactive case studiesCardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy reflects the broadest possible spectrum of cardiovascular and pulmonary practice and draws upon the expertise of more than two dozen internationally recognized contributors.

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This practical guide aids clinicians in distinguishing the different dimensions of hand function such as impairment, disability, and handicap.

A UNIQUE TEXT THAT BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN BASIC AND CLINICAL ANATOMYFilled with 50 cases that consider 130 possible diagnoses, and more than 250 illustrations, this concise, highly accessible book is a must for medical students and professionals preparing for their courses, boards, and practice.