Physical Therapy for Children

by Campbell, Palisano & Vander Linden

• ISBN13: 9780721603780
• ISBN10: 0721603785
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-12-06
• Publisher: W.B. SAUNDERS COMPANY

Summary

Used as both a core textbook in PT programs and as a clinical reference, Physical Therapy for Children, 3rd Edition, provides the essential information needed by PTs, both student and professional, when working with children. Like the previous bestselling editions, the 3rd edition follows the practice pattern categories of the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and presents evidence-based coverage of treatment in a convenient and concise format. Users will discover that the new edition features more case studies, revised chapters with additional information, a DVD-ROM with video clips, as well as a three-tiered website with resources for instructors, students, and clinicians. Presents broad coverage of all potential practice situations including information on unique practice settings and medicolegal information Emphasizes an evidence-based approach that incorporates the latest research Follows the practice pattern guidelines of the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2 Edition which sets the standard for physical therapy practice Features an entire section on the basics of pediatrics, which includes essential coverage of normal development, motor control, motor learning, and a framework for decision making Includes extensive information on clinical management featuring practical applications for clinicians DVD-ROM featuring approximately 64 video clips that correspond to case studies and demonstrate conditions found in each chapter More case studies providing real-world examples of the material covered in the text Chapter on The Environment for Intervention demonstrating contextual factors that are important for childrens everyday life functions Chapter on Genomics and Genetic Syndromes Affecting Movement that includes information on genetic resources, mutation, genetics and development, chromosomal disorders, gene disorders providing knowledge in a growing field that has revolutionized the diagnosis and categorization for genetic disorders Social participation aspects of the World Health Organizations disability model explaining how rehabilitation can focus on the entire child rather than the disability Two-color artwork highlighting important points and concepts

Table of Contents

SECTION I: Understanding Motor Performance in Children
Suzann K. Campbell
Evidence-Based Decision Making in Pediatric Physical Therapy	3	(30)
Robert J. Palisano
Suzann K. Campbell
Susan R. Harris
The Child's Development of Functional Movement	33	(44)
Suzann K. Campbell
Motor Control: Developmental Aspects of Motor Control in Skill Acquisition	77	(54)
Nina S. Bradley
Sarah L. Westcott
Motor Learning: Theories and Strategies for the Practitioner	131	(30)
Helene M. Larin
Gait: Development and Analysis	161	(30)
Jean L. Stout
Musculoskeletal Development and Adaptation	191	(26)
Carrie G. Gajdosik
Richard L. Gajdosik
Genomics and Genetic Syndromes and Affecting Movement	217	(40)
Joan A. O'Keefe
Physical Fitness during Childhood and Adolescence	257	(34)
Jean L. Stout
SECTION II: Management of Musculoskeletal Impairment
Darl W. Vander Linden
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis	291	(32)
Susan E. Klepper
Hemophilia	323	(14)
Sandra M. McGee
Spinal Conditions	337	(22)
Cheryl Patrick
Congenital Muscular Torticollis	359	(22)
Karen Karmel-Ross
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita	381	(20)
Maureen Donohoe
Osteogenesis Imperfecta	401	(20)
Debra Ann Bleakney
Maureen Donohoe
Muscular Dystrophy and Spinal Muscular Atrophy	421	(32)
Wayne A. Stuberg
Limb Deficiencies and Amputations	453	(28)
Meg Stanger
Orthopedic Conditions	481	(36)
Judy Leach
Sports Injuries in Children	517	(42)
Donna Bernhardt Bainbridge
SECTION III: Management of Neurologic Impairment
Darl W. Vander Linden
Developmental Coordination Disorders	559	(32)
Kathryn Steyer David
Children with Motor and Cognitive Impairments	591	(34)
Irene R. McEwen
Laura H. Hansen
Cerebral Palsy	625	(40)
Sandra J. Olney
Marilyn J. Wright
Brachial Plexus Injury	665	(16)
Darl W. Vander Linden
Ellen Stamos Norton
Spinal Cord Injury	681	(28)
Kristine A. Shakhazizian
Teresa L. Massagli
Brain Injuries: Traumatic Brain Injuries, Near-Drowning, and Brain Tumors	709	(26)
Ginette A. Kerkering
Myelodysplasia	735	(58)
Kathleen A. Hinderer
Steven R. Hinderer
David B. Shurtleff
SECTION IV: Management of Cardiopulmonary Conditions
Suzann K. Campbell
Children Requiring Long-Term Ventilator Assistance	793	(26)
M. Kathleen Kelly
Helene Dumas
Cystic Fibrosis	819	(32)
Jennifer L. Agnew
Jo A. Ashwell
Shari Renaud
Asthma: Multisystem Implications	851	(30)
Mary Massery
Cynthia L. Magee
Thoracic Surgery	881	(28)
Betsy A. Howell
Patricia Reynolds Hill
SECTION V: Special Settings and Special Considerations
Robert J. Palisano
The Environment of Intervention	909	(24)
Thubi H.A. Kolobe
Ann Taylor
Early Intervention Services	933	(22)
Lisa A Chiarello
Thubi H.A. Kolobe
The Educational Environment	955	(28)
Susan K. Effgen
Assistive Technology	983	(42)
Roberta Kuchler O'Shea
Shirley J. Carlson
Carole Ramsey
The Burn Unit	1025	(28)
Merilyn L. Moore
Cynthia A. Robinson
The Special Care Nursery	1053	(46)
Linda Kahn-D'Angelo
Rachel A. Unanue Rose
Private Practice Pediatric Physical Therapy: A Quest for Independence and Success	1099	(24)
Venita S. Lovelace-Chandler
Benjamin R. Lovelace-Chandler
Medicolegal Issues in the United States	1123
Wendy E. Phillips
Michael L. Spotts