{"product_id":"learning-disability-9780470019894","title":"Learning Disability","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an updated version of a comprehensive a resource for health professionals working with people (primarily adults) who have learning disabilities (intellectual disabilities). It will provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse approaches to treatment and management issues, as well as methods to help them achieve the rehabilitation aims  including the usage of non-healthcare facilities. Split into three sections, the book covers 1: Underlying theory; 2: Assessment; 3: Practical methods of physical treatment and management.  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombines history and the theory underlying learning disability and its associated conditions; assessment, and practical physical treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAchieves carefully assessed aims through methods appropriate to the individual client.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFunding suggestions for working in non-healthcare situations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures a breadth of content that also appeals to non-physiotherapists.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This edition is well laid out in a more up-to date format. It is clear and easy to read, and tables and figures are appropriate and clear, but unlike the first edition, the second edition only contains one photograph.  A notable change is the inclusion of references at the end of each chapter, which is very helpful when considering further research. Although some of the references and tables seem dated, current examples are also included in most cases.\" (\u003ci\u003ePhysiotherapy Journal,\u003c\/i\u003e March 2010)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface.  \u003cp\u003eList of fi gures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of tables.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of contributors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI Learning Disability and Associated Problems that Affect Physical Ability.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 What is Learning Disability? (\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Learning Disability: Classifi cation and Associated Conditions (\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Mark Sterrick and Jane Neil-MacLachlan\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Psychiatric and Behavioural Disorders in People with Learning Disabilities (\u003ci\u003eTanya Thiagarajah\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Orthopaedic Aspects of Learning Disability (\u003ci\u003eJames E. Robb\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eII Assessing Physical Ability and Planning Intervention.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The Multiprofessional Learning Disability Team (\u003ci\u003ePatricia Odunmbaku Auty and Jeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 First Steps in Communicating with People Who Have Learning Disabilities (\u003ci\u003eSue Standing and Sue Smith\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Assessment (\u003ci\u003eAnneliese Barrell\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Interpretation of Assessment Results as a Basis for Intervention and Outcome Measures (\u003ci\u003eAnneliese Barrell\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIII Practical Treatment and Management.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Postural Care (\u003ci\u003eJohn Goldsmith and Liz Goldsmith\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 An approach to Treating and Managing Severe Physical Disability (\u003ci\u003eAnn Findlay\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Hydrotherapy (\u003ci\u003ePatricia Odunmbaku Auty\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Riding for Disabled People (\u003ci\u003eAlys Watson\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Rebound Therapy (\u003ci\u003eSally Smith and Debbi Cook\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Group Work (\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Lucy Clark and Helen Holme\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Sport and Outdoor Pursuits (\u003ci\u003eAngela Johnson, Jonathan Gray and Ian Silkstone, updated by Jeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Developing Opportunities for Health Promotion and Fitness Using Standard Local Facilities (\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Michael Craven, Amanda Leech and Sybil Williams\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Complementary Therapies (\u003ci\u003eLibby Davies, Jane Bruce and Maria Gunstone\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Further Reading.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Useful Addresses and Web Sites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Relevant Acts of Parliament.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49402258260311,"sku":"9780470019894","price":51.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/learning-disability-9780470019894","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}