Orthotics in Functional Rehabilitation of the Lower Limb

by Deborah A. Nawoczenski, Marcia E. Epler, Deborah A. Nawoczenski PhD PT, et al.

Book Overview

295 pagesProvides a complete understanding of orthotic principles and materials, with an overview of current orthotic devices used for specific pathologies or injuries of hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Addresses the pathomechanics of injury and resultant movement dysfunction, and the clinical pathologies of the lower extremities.Explores the orthoses mechanics designed to prevent future injury. Focuses on the use of orthotics in functional training to...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0721661343
• ISBN13: 9780721661346
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 295 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"