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Rehabilitation of Movement

Theoretical Basis of Clinical Practice

  • 1st Edition - October 13, 1997
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Judith Pitt-Brooke
  • Language: English

A core undergraduate physiotherapy textbook, Rehabilitation of Movement provides a literature based introduction to contemporary approaches in musculoskeletal… Read more

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Description

A core undergraduate physiotherapy textbook, Rehabilitation of Movement provides a literature based introduction to contemporary approaches in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Key features

  • Consistent and readable text
    • Extensive use of visual material
  • Key points boxes and summaries
    • Reflects contemporary approach

    Readership

    Physiotherapy Students, Physiotherapy Practitioners.

    Table of contents

    Classification and Terminology. Musculoskeletal Requirements for Normal Movement. Physiology of Motor Control. Neurodynamics. Pain. Clinical Reasoning--Basic Principles of Examination and Assessment. Clinical Measurement. Gait Analysis. Passive Techniques--A Review of Their Use in Clinical Practice. Neuromuscular Therapeutic Techniques and Approaches. Exercise in Health. Exercise in Rehabilitation. Ergonomics. Health Education and Communication. Application of the Cognitive Behavioural Approach.

    Product details

    • Edition: 1
    • Latest edition
    • Published: December 1, 1997
    • Language: English

    About the author

    JP

    Judith Pitt-Brooke

    Affiliations and expertise
    Lecturer in Physiotherapy, School of Physiotherapy, University of Nottingham, Nottingham