Rehabilitation of the Hand and Upper Extremity

<p>Long recognized as an <b>essential reference for therapists and surgeons treating the hand and the upper extremity</b>, <i>Rehabilitation of the Hand and Upper Extremity</i> helps you return your patients to optimal function of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Leading hand surgeons and hand therapists detail <b>the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of virtually any disorder you're likely to see</b>, with a focus on evidence-based and efficient patient care. Extensively referenced and abundantly illustrated, the 7th Edition of this reference is a "must read" for surgeons interested in the upper extremity, hand therapists from physical therapy or occupational therapy backgrounds, anyone preparing for the CHT examination, and all hand therapy clinics<i>.</p></i><ul> <li>Offers <b>comprehensive coverage</b> of all aspects of hand and upper extremity disorders, forming a complete picture for all members of the hand team-surgeons and therapists alike.</li> <p> <li>Provides <b>multidisciplinary, global guidance</b> from a Who's Who list of hand surgery and hand therapy editors and contributors.</li> <p> <li>Includes <b>many features new to this edition</b>: considerations for pediatric therapy; a surgical management focus on the most commonly used techniques; new timing of therapeutic interventions relative to healing characteristics; and in-print references wherever possible.</li> <p> <li>Features <b>more than a dozen new chapters</b> covering Platelet-Rich Protein Injections, Restoration of Function After Adult Brachial Plexus Injury, Acute Management of Upper Extremity Amputation, Medical Management for Pain, Proprioception in Hand Rehabilitation, Graded Motor Imagery, and more.</li> <p> <li>Provides access to an <b>extensive video library</b> that covers common nerve injuries, hand and upper extremity transplantation, surgical and therapy management, and much more.</li> <p> <li>Helps you <b>keep up with the latest advances</b> in arthroscopy, imaging, vascular disorders, tendon transfers, fingertip injuries, mobilization techniques, traumatic brachial plexus injuries, and pain management-all clearly depicted with <b>full-color illustrations and photographs.</li> <li>Enhanced</b> <b>eBook version included with purchase. </b>Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.</li></ul>