Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: Splinting Principles

Description: Companion to the Fabrication Process Manual for Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity, now published as a separate text. This comprehensive text is the perfect resource for use in the classroom, during labs, and in clinical practice for both occupational and physical therapists. Additionally, it is a great reference for those studying to become a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: Splinting Principles and Process superbly highlights anatomical and mechanical principles; discusses associated indications and precautions; and promotes clinical reasoning skills by presenting various patient examples, therefore allowing you to confidently utilize techniques in clinical practice. This updated third edition is divided into the following sections: fundamentals necessary for successful orthotic fabrication, additional intervention methods, and orthoses for specific diagnoses and patient populations. Now with a larger format for more generous pattern appreciation, as well as incorporated and revised evidence-based content from an expanded list of contributing authors, it remains the go-to resource for every level of usage. - New Chapters on Relative Motion Orthoses, Prosthetics, Orficast,Delta-Cast, and Tendon & Nerve Transfers. - Fabrication Process Manual is now a separate supplemental resource including comprehensive step-by-step directions for more than 60 orthoses in addition to dozens more orthosis options included within the Clinical and Expert Pearls. - Full-color photographs of actual patients provide hundreds of new clinical examples demonstrating the direct link to clinical practice. - Larger Format of textbook allowing for larger images and additional content. - Addition of Expert Pearls generously shared by dozens of hand therapy experts from around the world including unique orthotic ideas, tips, and material usage. - Field Notes written by chosen clinical experts highlighting a unique perspective on that chapter?s content. - FAQs list common questions therapists have related to orthotic fabrication and other intervention strategies for a specific patient population. - Respected Surgeons contributed their thoughts highlighting the important collaborative relationship between a surgeon and hand therapist.

Price: 195 AUD

Location: Hillsdale, NSW

End Time: 2024-12-08T02:02:17.000Z

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