Learning Disability: Physical Therapy Treatment and Management, a Collaborative Appoach

This is an updated version of a comprehensive a resource for health professionals working with people (primarily adults) who have learning disabilities (intellectual disabilities).

It will provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse approaches to treatment and management issues, as well as methods to help them achieve the rehabilitation aims - including the usage of non-healthcare facilities. Split into three sections, the book covers 1: Underlying theory; 2: Assessment; 3: Practical methods of physical treatment and management.

Combines history and the theory underlying learning disability and its associated conditions; assessment, and practical physical treatment. Achieves carefully assessed aims through methods appropriate to the individual client. Funding suggestions for working in non-healthcare situations. Features a breadth of content that also appeals to non-physiotherapists.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470019891
• ISBN13: 9780470019894
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.9"