This book examines physiology as it relates to the pathology of conditions encountered in the clinical environment. Coverage includes information relevant to physical therapists and occupational therapists, that focuses on the knowledge and skills required for successful patient interaction and rehabilitation.
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Section 1: An Introduction to Disease Processes Chapter 1: Inflammation, Wounds and Wound Healing Chapter 2: The Immune System Chapter 3 Part 1: Malignant Neoplasms Part 2: Radiation Injury to Normal Tissues Chapter 4: Endocrinology Section 2: Altered Mobility and Immobility Chapter 5: Muscle and Connective Tissue - Key Concepts for Rehabilitation Chapter 6: Muscle Disorders Chapter 7: Bone and Joint Disorders Chapter 8: Movement and Immobility Chapter 9: Altered Exercise Tolerance Part 1: Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Part 2: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Section 3: Pregnancy Chapter 10: Physiology of Pregnancy Section 4: Disorders of the Systems Chapter 11: The Nervous System Part 1: The Pathophysiology of Pain Part 2: The Central Nervous System Part 3: The Peripheral Nervous System Part 4: Nervous System Reorganization Following Injury Chapter 12: The Circulatory System Part 1: Cardiovascular Disorders Part 2: Blood and Haemodynamic Disorders Chapter 13: The Respiratory System Chapter 14: The Urinary System Part 1: The Renal System Part 2: The Overactive Bladder Section 5: Pharmacology Chapter 15: Normal Drug Action Chapter 16: Substance Abuse Part 1: Drug Toxicity and Overdose Part 2: Drug Abuse and Dependence
