Terapia fisica e riabilitazione

[This book is] a concise and informative guide to the theory and practice of MLD. The text is well presented, easy to follow, and has excellent visual detail with clear illustrations and full-colour photographs included throughout. I would recommend this manual as a valuable resource for the library of any lymphoedema clinic.-- Elaine Stowe, Northern Health and Social Care Trust, Northern Ireland Written by the world's leading authorities on Dr. Emil Vodder's techniques for Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), this lavishly illustrated guide provides step-by-step descriptions of how to massage the lymph vessels to stimulate smooth lymphatic flow. Full-color photographs supplement concise text describing the basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory and lymphatic systems, treatment techniques, and the various types of swelling caused by lymphedema. The authors discuss indications and contraindications, as well as the ways in which Dr. Vodder's method affects different regions of the body. Features: * The latest information on complete decongestive therapy (CDT), including coverage of compression therapy, taping, respiratory treatment, and other complementary methods * More than 200 color photographs visualize the therapist's grips * Each chapter includes numerous tips and plenty of space throughout for personal notes *50 review questions enable self-study * An appendix contains an informative history of Dr. Vodder's life and his contributions to the field Dr. Vodder's Manual Lymph Drainage: A Practical Guide is a comprehensive, one-step reference for students, therapists, and practitioners of lymphology, manual medicine, or physical therapy.

Now with a free instructional video demonstrating basic examination techniques, this second edition of "Minor Injuries" makes it much easier to learn procedures for assessing minor injuries. It is unique in linking the underlying anatomy to the examination processes that are part of the education of a practitioner, covering the commonly presenting injuries that, and explains how to handle them. This text is essential for staff in accident and emergency units, minor injury units, walk-in centres and all areas where patients present with minor injuries. Free video: There is a 25-minute online video demonstrating 77 different examinations, that makes them easy to understand, and covers: The Neck and Upper Limbs; The Shoulder; The Elbow; The Forearm, Wrist and Hand; The Back and Lower Limbs; The Hip; The Knee; and, The Ankle and Foot. Active, resisted and passive movements are shown, testing the full range of movement.

Specifically designed to address the expanding role of physical therapists in primary care, the second edition of "Primary Care for the Physical Therapist: Examination and Triage" provides the information you need to become an effective primary care provider. Acquire the communication and differential diagnosis skills, technical expertise, and clinical decision-making ability to meet the challenges of a changing profession with this unparalleled resource.

No other book offers a complete guide to chiropractic adjustive techniques! "Chiropractic Technique, 3rd Edition" makes it easy to understand essential procedures and provides a rationale for their use. Written by Thomas F. Bergmann, DC, FICC, and David H. Peterson, DC, and backed by the latest research studies, this bestseller describes the basic principles needed to evaluate, select, and apply specific adjustive procedures. With a review of chiropractic history, detailed descriptions of joint examination and adjustive techniques for the spine, pelvis, and extremities, and a companion evolve website with how-to videos, this book is a must-have reference for students and clinicians.

"Tui na: The Chinese Massage Manual" provides a clear and complete introduction to the principles and practice of Tui na. The text is well-illustrated with clear photographs supporting descriptions of treatment routines and techniques and enabling the student and practitioner to begin to practice and apply the Tui na techniques with confidence. It clearly covers all of the techniques, from the basic techniques, compound techniques and most commonly applied techniques through to passive movements. An invaluable practical DVD-ROM showing all of the techniques in the book is included. Key areas covered include: Principles and theory of Tui na practice, historical development of Tui na and its current development in the West, levels to treatment, yin and yang style of practice, the use of intention, grounding, and centring and protecting yourself as a Tui na practitioner. The text also covers the most common problems likely to be presented by patient, explanation and interpretation of the methods of diagnosis, and treatment plans to encourage the student/practitioner to think and make choices. Case histories and examples of treatments illustrate that there are several ways to approach any problem presented. It also includes ancillary therapies like cupping, gua sha and the application of moxa which are frequently employed in Tui na treatments and techniques of treating with a combination of Tui na and acupuncture for acupuncturists who are trained in both therapies

Now available in paperback, this updated new edition summarizes the latest developments in cognitive neuroscience related to rehabilitation, reviews the principles of successful interventions and synthesizes new findings about the rehabilitation of cognitive changes in a variety of populations. With greatly expanded sections on treatment and the role of imaging, it provides a comprehensive reference for those interested in the science, as well as including the most up-to-date information for the practising clinician. It provides clear and practical guidance on why cognitive rehabilitation may or may not work. How to use imaging methods to evaluate the efficacy of interventions. What personal and external factors impact rehabilitation success. How biological and psychopharmacological changes can be understood and treated. How to treat different disorders of language and memory, and where the field is going in research and clinical application.