Physical Therapy in Arthritis - Hardcover

Written by a team of international experts in the field, this text presents a comprehensive approach to the rehabilitation of arthritic conditions. Psychosocial and life span developmental processes, epidemiology, pathology, medical management, and pharmacology are discussed from a physical therapy perspective. The principles of orthotics and splinting are also covered.

This text offers the health professional a full approach to physical therapy for clients with arthritis of all ages. The emphasis is on assessment and physical management, with specific chapters on the paediatric client, clients with ankylosing spondylitis and osteoarthritis, and their community care. The coverage of the book encompasses epidemiology, pathology, medical management and pharmacology from a physical therapy management perspective. It includes a chapter on cardiovascular health and fitness, which offers guidance in managing clients with multiple joint involvement, together with case reports. References include listings of resources, arthritis outcome measures and a glossary of terms.