Physiotherapy in Orthopaedics: A Problem-Solving Approach

Drawing on their many years of experience in various orthopaedic settings, the authors of this valuable resource describe how to apply clinical reasoning to a diverse range of patient problems. The content of the book progresses logically from normal to abnormal findings and from simple to complex conditions. Engaging case studies and self-assessment sections help readers develop a reasoned and logical approach to the management of orthopaedic patients.

• Chapter summaries emphasize key areas of importance
• Case studies illustrate problem-solving approaches and demonstrate how to manage specific client groups
• Objectives and prerequisites are included for each section, alerting readers to what they should know before and after reading
• Reading and practice assignments include recommended prerequisite knowledge and experience
• Well-illustrated text includes line diagrams, photographs, and radiographs to clarify important concepts

• New chapters on Hydrotherapy and Gait present current knowledge on these areas
• Chapters have been updated to include more information on the upper limb
• Chapters on Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning in Orthopaedics and Gait Analysis in the Clinical Situation have been thoroughly updated and revised