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…
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 •…
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…
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…
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…
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. •…
Chapter 39 Orthoses for myelomeningocele Bryan S. Malas, John F. Sarwark Key Points • The degree to which orthotic management is implemented for myelomeningocele is largely based on the patient’s…
Chapter 4 Principles of fabrication Terry J. Supan Key Points • Although meticulous fabrication remains essential for creating an optimal orthosis, the methods and materials currently used create much stronger,…
Chapter 25 Foot orthoses Miguel Mojica Key Points • Shoe wear is a central component of the general function of the foot orthosis. • Complete evaluation of all aspects of…
Chapter 10 Orthoses for spinal trauma and postoperative care Bryan S. Malas, Kevin P. Meade, Avinash G. Patwardhan, Thomas M. Gavin Key Points • The treatment team must agree upon…
