Tetraplegia and Paraplegia A Guide for Physiotherapists

Extensively illustrated and easy to use, this practical resource offers clear guidelines and step-by-step sequences for moving and working with individuals with differing levels of paralysis. It serves as both an ideal student textbook and a valuable clinical manual for therapists who see tetraplegic and paraplegic patients. <ul> <li>Clear, practical, concise information supported by an easily understandable approach</li> <li>Accessible reference for both clinical and classroom settings</li> <li>Excellent coverage of wheelchairs and wheelchair management</li> </ul> <ul> <li>All illustrations have been redrawn for increased clarity, to enhance the clinical usefulness of this resource.</li> <li>Audit and evidence-based practice is incorporated throughout.</li> <li>Discussion of patient empowerment is included.</li> <li>The chapter on hands has been expanded to provide more in-depth coverage of this important topic.</li> <li>New discussion of levers has been added to this edition.</li> <li>New chapter on aging offers insight and considerations for treating aging and elderly patients with spinal cord injury.</li> <li>Expanded section on equipment provides details on current and state-of-the-art equipment used in practice.</li> </ul>