Physical Therapy of Cerebral Palsy

• Main Author: Miller, Freeman (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: New York, NY : Springer New York, 2007.
• Subjects: Medicine.; Rehabilitation.; Rehabilitation medicine.; Physiotherapy.; Medicine & Public Health.; Rehabilitation Medicine.

This well-crafted text discusses the theory and techniques used by physical and occupational therapists and is a derivative of Dr. Miller's highly regarded reference, Cerebral Palsy. The book is conveniently divided into two sections. The first focuses on fundamental aspects of cerebral palsy m...

Table of Contents:

• Cerebral Palsy Management
• The Child, the Parent, and the Goal
• Etiology, Epidemiology, Pathology, and Diagnosis
• Neurologic Control of the Musculoskeletal System
• Therapy, Education, and Other Treatment Modalities
• Durable Medical Equipment
• Gait
• Rehabilitation Techniques
• Neurodevelopmental Therapy
• Strengthening Exercises
• Balance Interventions
• Electrical Stimulation Techniques
• Hippotherapy
• Aquatic Therapy
• Assistive Devices
• Seating Systems
• M.O.V.E.™ (Mobility Opportunities Via Education) Curriculum
• Occupational Therapy Extremity Evaluation
• Intrathecal Baclofen Pumps.