Author : Ron Seymour
Release : 2002
Genre : Medical
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 546/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Prosthetics and Orthotics by : Ron Seymour
Download or read book Prosthetics and Orthotics written by Ron Seymour. This book was released on 2002. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focusing on the lower extremities and spine, this extensively illustrated text presents a problem-solving approach to the evaluation and prescription of prosthetics and orthotics in physical therapy interventions. Prosthetics and Orthotics presents the latest developments in materials and fabrications, an in-depth analysis of gait deviations and interventions, conditions, psychosocial issues, biomechanics, and more. This invaluable resource also includes pediatric and geriatric perspectives, scientific literature supporting evidence-based practice, exercise and functional activities for the patient, case studies following the APTA's "Guide to Physical Therapist Practice", critical thinking questions, lab activities and practical applications.