Description
Book SynopsisDelivers a research-based, problem-solving approach to prosthetics and orthotics. A clinical focus with unfolding case studies, stimulating questions, and an outstanding art program of 550 photographs and line illustrations make important concepts easy to understand and apply.
Table of Contents
- Foundation for Prosthetics/Orthotic Practice
- Introduction to Prosthetics & Orthotics
- Biomechanical Principles in Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Psychosocial Issues
- Amputations & Prostheses
- Amputation Surgery of the Lower Extremity
- Postsurgical Management
- Prosthetic Components
- Lower Extremity Prosthetic Management
- Other Levels of Amputation
- The Child with an Amputation
- Upper Extremity Amputations
- Orthoses
- Examinations for Orthotic Prescription and Check-out
- Designing and Prescribing Orthoses
- Shoes and Orthoses for Foot Impairments
- Orthoses for Ankle Impairments
- Orthoses for Knee Impairments
- Orthoses for Paraplegia or Hip Impairments
- Orthoses for Trunk, Cervical or Cranial Impairments
- Orthoses for Upper Extremity Impairments
- Living with a Prosthesis/Orthosis
- Training for Sports and Leisure
- Clinical Decision-Making Prosthetics and Orthotics
Appendix
Glossary
