Chapter 43 Wheelchair mobility for disabled children and adults Susan Johnson Taylor Key Points • Assess mobility and cognition of patient. Incorporate prognosis of condition to ensure flexibility of equipment…
Chapter 38 Orthoses for cerebral palsy Tom F. Novacheck Key Points • Proper lever arm alignment promotes function. • Optimal care of individuals with cerebral palsy is achieved using a…
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…
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…
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. •…
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…
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…
