Synthesis of treatment systems
The eclectic viewpoint in therapy In Chapter 4, there is a discussion on the lack of scientific evidence for theories and methods of therapy approaches in cerebral palsy. Based on…
Therapeutic group work
In speech therapy for stimulation of communication and development of speech and language. In occupational therapy for perceptual training, for play involving perceptual motor function, for recreation, social interaction and…
The older person with cerebral palsy
Role of the physiotherapist and occupational therapist The role of a physiotherapist is valuable as maintained or any increased motor control may contribute to an individual’s participation in social, educational…
Evidence-based practice
Research and clinical studies Whenever available, research, clinical studies and experiences of expert therapists and that of other disciplines are quoted throughout this book. Good practice depends on all of…
Acute Proximal Hamstring Tendon Avulsions
Fig. 5.1 Water skiing mechanism of injury. As the boat accelerates, the upper torso is forcefully pulled forward, causing subsequent rapid eccentric hip flexion and knee extension against the resistance…
Functional Anatomy of the Hamstrings and Quadriceps
Fig. 1.1 Illustration of the posterior thigh demonstrating the hamstring gross anatomy. The hamstrings lie in the superficial muscle layer of the posterior thigh, with the semitendinosus (A) and semimembranosus…
Rehabilitation of Quadriceps Injuries
Modalities Therex Ambulation Manual therapy Functional exercise Acute (0–5 days) RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation (0–72 h) None Crutch ambulation for grade II/III strains None None Repair (5 days–6…
Midsubstance Hamstring Injuries in the Athlete
Fig. 4.1 Hamstring muscular complex located in the posterior thigh. Muscles of the complex include: the semimembranosus, semitendinosus, and the biceps femoris Fig. 4.2 (a) The origin of the long…
Hamstring Injury Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
Fig. 12.1 Slump test Limitations in hip flexor mobility should also be identified and addressed if present. Athletes with decreased hip extension mobility have been shown to compensate by increasing…
Quadriceps Tendon Ruptures
Fig. 10.1 (a) Surface anatomy of the knee in resisted extension. (b) Anatomical depiction of the underlying knee extensor mechanism. Part (b) was published in DeLee and Drez’s Orthopaedic Sports…
