Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions in the Foot and Lower Leg - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 1st Edition
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Edited by Keith Rome, PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons) and Peter McNair, PhD, MPhEd(Distn), DipPT, DipPhysEd
Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, f
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Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, forefoot/rearfoot entities, stress fractures/reactions, cerebral palsy in the lower limb and foot.
Each chapter includes sections on predisposing factors, diagnosis, impairments, function, quality of life and management strategies while highlighting any complex features of a condition which may present. The latest advances are discussed with suggestions for new paths of research future directions. The text is further supported by additional commentaries from internationally renowned researchers who highlight the key elements of the work and provide a supplementary perspective of the particular clinical condition. A general view of the patients needs is offered throughout, connecting clinical realities to real-world patient experiences.
Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Legis a comprehensive, practical tool that can be used to inform daily decision making in practice as well as to support those who build policy and management strategies in the clinical areas covered.
"..this book is able to give a very detailed 'gold standard' education for the covered conditions." Reviewed by Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015
Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, forefoot/rearfoot entities, stress fractures/reactions, cerebral palsy in the lower limb and foot.
Each chapter includes sections on predisposing factors, diagnosis, impairments, function, quality of life and management strategies while highlighting any complex features of a condition which may present. The latest advances are discussed with suggestions for new paths of research future directions. The text is further supported by additional commentaries from internationally renowned researchers who highlight the key elements of the work and provide a supplementary perspective of the particular clinical condition. A general view of the patients needs is offered throughout, connecting clinical realities to real-world patient experiences.
Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Legis a comprehensive, practical tool that can be used to inform daily decision making in practice as well as to support those who build policy and management strategies in the clinical areas covered.
"..this book is able to give a very detailed 'gold standard' education for the covered conditions."Reviewed by Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015
Key Features
Clear content and structure supported by full colour illustrations
Includes less discussed conditions such as gout and cerebral palsy
Focus on pain, impairment, function, quality of life and management strategies
Critical reflections by experts highlight current clinical practice and thinking in research
Provides a sound interpretation of research findings
Features patient-reported outcome measures and health related behaviour strategies
Author Information
Edited by Keith Rome, PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons), Professor in Podiatry and Co-Director, Health and Rehabilitation Research Institute, Department of Podiatry, School of Rehabilitation and Occupation Studies, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology and Peter McNair, PhD, MPhEd(Distn), DipPT, DipPhysEd, Professor of Physiotherapy and Director of the Health & Rehabilitation Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
Edited by Keith Rome, PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons), Professor in Podiatry and Co-Director, Health and Rehabilitation Research Institute, Department of Podiatry, School of Rehabilitation and Occupation Studies, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology and Peter McNair, PhD, MPhEd(Distn), DipPT, DipPhysEd, Professor of Physiotherapy and Director of the Health & Rehabilitation Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
"Written by a stellar line up of experts in their field. The book takes the reader on a very informative and detailed journey through many foot entities and everything from aetiology, risk factors, imaging, physiotherapy and pharmacology is covered for each."
Reviewed by Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015
“There really are no competitors for this book. There is certainly no shortage of books covering the subjects this one does, but not in the same multidisciplinary, researchsupported style. Recommended!
-Martin C. Yorath, DPM (Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science) for Doody's Review Service
https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/management-of-chronic-musculoskeletal-conditions-in-the-foot-and-lower-leg-elsevier-ebook-on-vitalsource-9780702060779.html321049Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions in the Foot and Lower Leg - Elsevier eBook on VitalSourcehttps://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/placeholder/default/generic_item_image_123x160_1_1.png56.6962.99USDInStock/Health Professions/Health Professions (General)/Health Professions/Manual Therapy/Health Professions/Physiotherapy/Health Professions/Podiatry/Health Professions/Sports Medicine/Medicine/Rheumatology/eBooks50545975054573505456050546275054581505455550546651488653650545585054553<p>Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, forefoot/rearfoot entities, stress fractures/reactions, cerebral palsy in the lower limb and foot. </p>
<P>Each chapter includes sections on predisposing factors, diagnosis, impairments, function, quality of life and management strategies while highlighting any complex features of a condition which may present. The latest advances are discussed with suggestions for new paths of research future directions. The text is further supported by additional commentaries from internationally renowned researchers who highlight the key elements of the work and provide a supplementary perspective of the particular clinical condition. A general view of the patients needs is offered throughout, connecting clinical realities to real-world patient experiences. </p>
<P>Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Legis a comprehensive, practical tool that can be used to inform daily decision making in practice as well as to support those who build policy and management strategies in the clinical areas covered. </p>
<P><i>"..this book is able to give a very detailed 'gold standard' education for the covered conditions."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015</p> <p>Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, forefoot/rearfoot entities, stress fractures/reactions, cerebral palsy in the lower limb and foot. </p>
<P>Each chapter includes sections on predisposing factors, diagnosis, impairments, function, quality of life and management strategies while highlighting any complex features of a condition which may present. The latest advances are discussed with suggestions for new paths of research future directions. The text is further supported by additional commentaries from internationally renowned researchers who highlight the key elements of the work and provide a supplementary perspective of the particular clinical condition. A general view of the patients needs is offered throughout, connecting clinical realities to real-world patient experiences. </p>
<P>Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Legis a comprehensive, practical tool that can be used to inform daily decision making in practice as well as to support those who build policy and management strategies in the clinical areas covered. </p>
<P><i>"..this book is able to give a very detailed 'gold standard' education for the covered conditions."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015</p>00add-to-cart97807020607792014ProfessionalEdited by Keith Rome, PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons) and Peter McNair, PhD, MPhEd(Distn), DipPT, DipPhysEd20151E-BookOtherChurchill Livingstone288Dec 23, 2014IN STOCKEdited by <STRONG>Keith Rome</STRONG>, PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons), Professor in Podiatry and Co-Director, Health and Rehabilitation Research Institute, Department of Podiatry, School of Rehabilitation and Occupation Studies, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology and <STRONG>Peter McNair</STRONG>, PhD, MPhEd(Distn), DipPT, DipPhysEd, Professor of Physiotherapy and Director of the Health & Rehabilitation Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New ZealandeBooksE-BookUnited KingdomYesYesNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
