Technological Advances in Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Technological Advances in Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: Joel Stein

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2019-04-15

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 0323677819

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Guest edited by Drs. Joel Stein and Leroy R. Lindsay, this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics will cover several key areas of interest related to Technological Advances in Rehabilitation. This issue is one of four selected each year by our series Consulting Editor, Dr. Santos Martinez of the Campbell Clinic. Articles in this issue include, but are not limited to: Functional Electrical Stimulation; Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation; Spinal Cord Stimulation for Motor Rehabilitation; Robotics for Limb Rehabilitation; Virtual Reality and Gaming; New Technologies in Prosthetics and Amputee Rehabilitation; Regenerative Medicine; Smart Homes and other Technology for Adaptive Living; Big Data and Rehabilitation; and Telemedicine in Rehabilitation.

Disorders of Consciousness, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, E-Book
Disorders of Consciousness, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, E-Book

Author: Sunil Kothari

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-11-24

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 0443183554

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In this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest editors Drs. Sunil Kothari and Bei Zhang bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Disorders of Consciousness. The past few years have seen many developments throughout the entire field of disorders of consciousness, from neuroanatomy to the release of several clinical practice guidelines. In this issue, top experts in the field discuss key topics that bring you up to date with many of these changes. - Contains 15 relevant, practice-oriented topics including neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of disorders of consciousness; disorders of consciousness in the acute care setting; assessment of consciousness: behavioral evaluation; assessment of consciousness: technological modalities; ethical considerations; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on disorders of consciousness, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Wound and Skin Care (currently says Would), An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, E-Book
Wound and Skin Care (currently says Would), An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, E-Book

Author: Xiaohua Zhou

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-10-18

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 0323848931

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In this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest editors Drs. Xiaohua Zhou and Cassandra Renfro bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Wound and Skin Care. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as non-operative and operative management of diabetic foot ulceration; advanced burn management; emerging technology in the wound management field; establishment of a comprehensive wound care team; wound care and nutrition; and more. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including general skin issues in the adult rehab setting; comprehensive management of pressure injury; seating assessment for the wheelchair population; therapeutic techniques when treating the lymphedema patient; general skin issues in the pediatric population; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on wound and skin care, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Amputee Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Amputee Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: Robert Meier III

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2014-02-28

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 0323266797

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This issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America is devoted to "Amputee Rehabilitation." Editor Robert Meier, III, MD is the Medical Director of the Amputee Services of America and has assembled the top experts to review this important topic. Articles in this issue include: Principles of Contemporary Amputee Rehabilitation; Etiology and Demographics of Amputation; Surgical Techniques for Ideal Outcomes; Pre-prosthetic Care; Prosthetic Choices for Leg and Arm Amputees; Devising the Prosthetic Prescription and Typical Examples; Prosthetic Training; Complications Following an Amputation; Outcomes Measurement; Gait Evaluation for the Leg Amputee; Innovative Techniques and Future Options; Emotional Adaptation to Limb Loss; Pain Management for the Amputee; and Amputation Classification and Functional Outcomes.

Amputation Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Amputation Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: Alex Donaghy

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2024-10-09

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 044329691X

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In this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest editors Drs. Alex Donaghy and Alberto Miranda bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Amputee Rehabilitation. Focusing on advancements and innovations in the field, this issue presents evidence-based reviews and clinical insights from physicians, therapists, and prosthetist/orthotists practicing in a variety of clinical settings. Through these expert perspectives, readers will gain insight into promoting better rehabilitation outcomes and fostering a more inclusive and supportive society for those with limb deficiency. - Contains 16 relevant, practice-oriented topics including the physiatrist's approach to limb loss: from pre-amputation to home; new and emerging techniques in amputation surgery; pain after amputation; health care disparities in limb loss rehabilitation; emerging technology: new concepts in prosthetic design and application; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on amputee rehabilitation, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Telerehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Telerehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: David X. Cifu

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2021-04-10

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 0323835953

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This issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Eapen Blessen and David Cifu, will discuss a number of important topics related to Polio. This issue of one of four issues selected each year by series Consulting Editor, Santos Martinez. Topics covered in the issue will cover the following, in relation to Telerehabiliation: spinal cord injury, amputee rehabiliation, stroke, traumatic brain injury, pain management, MS/ALS, pediatric care, geriatric care, wound management, persons with disabilities, postoperative orthopedic care, telewellness, logistics of telerehab and innovative approaches to delivering therapy.

Pediatric Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Pediatric Rehabilitation, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: Andrew Skalsky

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2014-12-24

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 032335467X

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Children with disabilities represent a unique population within pediatrics. Pediatric rehabilitation focuses on maximizing the function and enhancing the lives of children with a wide range of conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, stroke, brain injury, genetic abnormalities and other developmental disabilities.

Muscle Over-activity in Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome: Assessment and Problem Solving for Complex Cases, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America E-Book
Muscle Over-activity in Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome: Assessment and Problem Solving for Complex Cases, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America E-Book

Author: Miriam Segal

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2018-07-15

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 0323614094

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This issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Miriam Segal, will cover the important topic of Muscle Overactivity in Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome, including assessment and problem-solving for complex cases. Topics discussed in the volume will include: Functional/problem based assessment in patients with spinal cord injury; Special considerations in pediatric assessment; Special considerations and assessment of spasticity and multiple sclerosis; Pharmacologic treatment tools; Peripheral neurolysis; The role of physical and occupational therapy; Neurosurgical approaches; The neuro-orthopedic approach; Upper extremity problem-solving: Challenging cases; Lower extremity problem-solving: Challenging cases; and Emerging therapies.

Regenerative Medicine, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Regenerative Medicine, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Author: Santos F. Martinez

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2016-11-28

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 0323477119

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This issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America will cover regenerative medicine. Rapid advances in stem cell science are opening new avenues for drug discovery and may lead to new uses of stem cells for other musculoskeletal disorders. Artcles to be included are: Evidence-Based Regenerative Prolotherapy and Perineural Injection Approaches; Platelet Rich Plasma; Autologous Conditioned Serum; Stem Cell Considerations for the Clinician; Adipose Derived Stromal Vascular Faction and Stem Cell Use, as well as many others.