General Topics in Inpatient Rehabilitation
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Print Section Listen The intent of this chapter is to provide a brief overview of common conditions and topics that may be encountered on a general inpatient rehabilitation unit;…
Speech, Language, and Swallowing Disorders
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Disorders of communication and swallowing occur across the lifespan and may result from disruption of neurologic function and anatomical abnormalities of the head, neck, and respiratory…
Wound Care
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Pressure ulcers are a significant cause of morbidity, mortality, and cost in the United States. The incidence and prevalence of pressure ulcers vary widely from study…
Spasticity and Contractures
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen This chapter focuses on the clinical diagnosis, pathophysiology, and physiatric management of spasticity and contractures. Spasticity is an involuntary velocity-dependent increase in muscle tone, a component…
Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction: A Guideline for Management
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM CONTROL OF MICTURITION, URINE STORAGE, AND VOIDING Print Section Listen The intent of this chapter is to review the current guidelines for the management of neurogenic bladder…
Rehabilitation Psychology
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Print Section Listen The purpose of this chapter is to (1) introduce the reader to rehabilitation psychology, (2) provide a brief history of the discipline, and (3)…
Cardiac Rehabilitation
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Globally the prevalence of cardiovascular disease continues to rise with an increase in the aged population.1,2 This in turn increases the percentage of patients seen in…
Emergencies in the Rehabilitation Unit
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen One of the major duties of a physiatrist attending on an inpatient rehabilitation unit is the prevention and management of medical complications. Physiatrists may find this…
Cancer Pain Management
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen The management of cancer pain is very challenging and, when undertreated, can affect every aspect of physical, emotional, and social function. As cancer treatments continue to…
Pediatric Pain Management
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen The treatment of pain is a fundamental aspect in caring for children. Management depends on an understanding of developmental pharmacology; the assessment of acute and chronic…
