Principles and components of upper limb orthoses
Chapter 13 Principles and components of upper limb orthoses Thomas R. Lunsford, Thomas V. DiBello Key Points • Upper limb orthoses are more often accepted by patients when a well-defined…
Biomechanics of the hip, knee, and ankle
Chapter 22 Biomechanics of the hip, knee, and ankle Barry Meadows, Robert James Bowers, Elaine Owen When considering orthotic treatment of the lower limbs, an understanding of the biomechanical principles…
Lower limb orthoses
Chapter 26 Lower limb orthoses John W. Michael Key Points • Lower limb orthoses are among the most commonly prescribed biomechanical devices intended to assist individuals with neuromuscular deficits. •…
Cranial remolding orthoses
Chapter 40 Cranial remolding orthoses Deanna J. Fish, Dulcey Lima Key Points • Infant skull deformities can be the result of intrinsic changes as in craniosynostosis or extrinsic factors such…
Communication devices and electronic aids to activities of daily living
Chapter 46 Communication devices and electronic aids to activities of daily living Edward C. Hitchcock Key Points • Assistive devices can allow persons with a disability to participate in activities…
Sports adaptations for the physically challenged athlete
Chapter 48 Sports adaptations for the physically challenged athlete David F. Apple, Jr., Susan A. Skolnick, Patrick Matthew Edens, Gregory D. Horneber, Joseph A. Metzger, Kelly Mixon Key Points •…
Assistive devices for recreation
Chapter 47 Assistive devices for recreation Samuel Andrews, Joseph Gomez, Carol Huserik, Jill Stelley Virden Key Points • Recreation and leisure planning can help a person through the adjustment period…
Orthoses for brachial plexus injuries
Chapter 18 Orthoses for brachial plexus injuries Keith A. Bengtson, Alexander Y. Shin Key Points • Many brachial plexus injuries are surgically treatable. • The ideal time for surgical reconstruction…
Driving and related assistive devices
Chapter 49 Driving and related assistive devices John Anschutz, Patricia P. Daviou, James Kennedy, Michele Luther-Krug Key Points • Driver evaluations include clinical and on the road assessment. • Driver…
Congenital and acquired disorders
Chapter 35 Congenital and acquired disorders Keith Gabriel Key Points • Facilitation of normal growth and development is a common goal in the management of congenital and acquired disorders. •…
