Vestibular Rehabilitation This title has been archived.
Author: Susan Herdman, PT, PhD, FAPTA
Affiliation: Emory University, Atlanta
Publisher: F.A. Davis Company
Publication Date: 2007
ISBN 10: 0803613768
ISBN 13: 9780803613768
Edition: 3rd
Affiliation: Emory University, Atlanta
Publisher: F.A. Davis Company
Publication Date: 2007
ISBN 10: 0803613768
ISBN 13: 9780803613768
Edition: 3rd
Description:
This book provides a comprehensive overview of vestibular rehabilitation, providing the scientific rationale for rehabilitation as well as multidisciplinary approaches to evaluation and treatment of patients with vestibular disorders. The editor and contributors are known for their expertise in their respective fields. The purpose is first to provide a basic understanding of normal vestibular function, and then to apply this knowledge to the evaluation and treatment of patients with vestibular disorders. The book meets these objectives in an organized and easy-to-follow manner. The intended audience includes practicing physical therapists and physical therapy students. This book will be extremely helpful to practicing clinicians, because it is comprehensive and practical. The extensive coverage of this highly specialized topic might be overwhelming to students with no clinical experience. The book contains illustrations that help explain the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system. The rehabilitation chapters include case studies, which are very helpful in demonstrating practical applications of the concepts presented. This is a very thorough book that addresses many aspects of the complex topic of vestibular rehabilitation. It offers very practical suggestions for evaluation and rehabilitation treatment of patients with vestibular disorders, after first providing the scientific rationale for these concepts. This book can be used as a single resource for clinicians practicing in this field.
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