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The second edition of the Neurological Physiotherapy Pocketbook is the only book for physiotherapists that provides essential evidence-based information in a unique and easy-to-use format for the current evidence in clinical settings. Written by new international editors and contributors, this pocketbook provides quick and easy access to essential clinical information. Key feature: Pocketbook size for when out on clinical placement or working in clinical practice Revised and brand new chapters on neurological rehabilitation and essential components Concentrates on the six most common conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury Use of case studies to illustrate specifics of assessment, management and recommended measurement tools Together with the textbook Physical Management for Neurological Conditions 4E, it presents all essential components and conditions for undergraduates and therapists working in neurological clinical practice. Pocketbook size for when out on clinical placement or working in clinical practice Revised and brand new chapters on neurological rehabilitation and essential components Concentrates on the six most common conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury Use of case studies to illustrate specifics of assessment, management and recommended measurement tools - Expands guiding principles of neurological rehabilitation - Contains completely revised chapters on essential components - Concentrates on six most common conditions (stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson''s and Guillain Barré Syndrome)

The book's small, portable size makes it ideal for reference in any practice setting. Presents information in an accessible, at-a-glance format. The unique red flag hierarchy assists with clinical reasoning. Index of Suspicion highlights the most likely conditions indicated by specific red flags. Discussion of 3D thinking encourages clinicians to look beyond immediate symptoms to find the underlying cause of a problem. Discussion of red herrings describes how to approach indicators that may mislead a diagnosis. Information on the concept of conditional probabilities helps practitioners make informed clinical decisions

Respiratory Physiotherapy: An On-Call Survival Guide is the go-to book for physiotherapy students and newly qualified physiotherapists when caring for patients with respiratory conditions or complications. The title covers all common conditions for both adults and children, in a wide range of settings and focuses on practical information that is directly and immediately applicable to patient care. The third edition is fully updated and revised, each chapter gives you access to the most up to date expertise in the field of respiratory physiotherapy. The consistent chapter layout makes it easy to identify where relevant information will be.

Suitable for clinicians in their practice and students on core clinical placements - musculoskeletal, neurology, respiratory, this book is designed to be an aide memoir in assessment and treatment planning with an access to key facts and figures.

Starting a placement or rotation in an unfamiliar clinical area is exciting but can be daunting. This title provides advice and practical guidance on cases and problems encountered on a daily basis allowing you to work with ease and confidence.