6th Edition
by Kevin P. Murphy (Editor), Mary A. McMahon (Editor), Amy J. Houtrow (Editor)
This revised and greatly expanded sixth edition of Pediatric Rehabilitation
continues to set the standard of care for clinicians and remains the
premier reference dedicated to education and training in the field of
pediatric rehabilitation medicine. Under the direction of a new
editorial team, this text brings together renowned specialists from all
sectors of the pediatric rehabilitation community to provide the most
current and comprehensive information with evidence-based discussions
throughout.
The sixth edition encompasses substantial
updates from beginning to end and addresses emerging topics in the
field with eight entirely new chapters devoted to brachial plexus palsy,
oncology, robotics, genetics, spasticity management, rheumatology,
burns, and advocacy. Major revisions to chapters on spinal cord
injuries, acquired brain injury, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular
diagnoses, and medical care of children reflect recent advances and
expand coverage to include pediatric stroke, anoxic brain injury, bone
health, pain management, and more. Chapter pearls, detailed summary
tables, and over 250 figures emphasize major takeaways from the text for
readers. With contributors chosen both for their academic and clinical
expertise, chapters offer a real hands-on perspective and reference the
most up to date literature available.
Pediatric Rehabilitation
covers all aspects of pediatric rehabilitation medicine from basic
examination and testing to in-depth clinical management of the full
range of childhood disabilities and injuries. As the foundational
reference dedicated to the field of pediatric rehabilitation medicine
over 6 editions, the book provides a thorough and contemporary review of
clinical practice principles and serves as the primary resource for
trainees and clinicians in this area.
Key Features:
- Thoroughly revised and expanded new edition of the seminal reference for the field of pediatric rehabilitation medicine
- Contains eight entirely new chapters to address areas of growing importance
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Increased coverage of core topics including brain injury and concussion
in children, integrated spasticity management, lifespan care for adults
with childhood onset disability, pediatric stroke, and much more
- 13 high-quality gait videos review ambulation in children and adults with cerebral palsy
- New editorial team and many new contributors provide new perspectives and a modern evidence-based approach
- Clinical pearls and highly illustrative tables and lists underscore most essential information