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Assessment and Treatment of Muscle Imbalance: The Janda Approach blends postural techniques, neurology, and functional capabilities in order to alleviate chronic musculoskeletal pain and promote greater functionality. Developed by Vladimir Janda, respected neurologist and physiotherapist, the Janda approach presents a unique perspective to rehabilitation.

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Presents a complete analysis of the clinical evaluation of children affected by cerebral palsy
Offers a classification of spastic forms of cerebral palsy
Contains a didactical approach supported by a DVD on various forms of cerebral palsy and related exercises
Stresses the role of imaging (US and MRI) in both early diagnosis and prognosis
This book is the result of studies on cerebral palsy (CP) in children that the authors and their collaborators (medical doctors and therapists) have carried out in recent years.

Treatment of Cerebral Palsy and Motor Delay is first and foremost a practical book, a distillation of Sophie Levitt’s considerable experience in treating those affected by cerebral palsy.

Parkinson’s disease, the most prevalent hypokinetic movement disorder, is expected to occur with increasing frequency among aging populations worldwide. While we await the discovery of a cure, combining physical interventions with traditional medical interventions can significantly improve overall quality of life. Health Professionals’ Guide to Physical Management of Parkinson’s Disease fills a void in this area of clinical management by comprehensively addressing the physical management of Parkinson’s disease in a single volume.

The interest in and use of electromyography (EMG) have grown significantly in recent years. Researchers have found numerous clinical and research uses for EMG, including biofeedback, gait analysis, and clinical diagnosis for neuromuscular disorders. Yet, until now, few sources have been available to help novices understand the characteristics of the instrumentation, signal analysis techniques, and appropriate EMG applications.

Este libro está dedicado principalmente a familiares, cuidadores y amigos de personas que padecen la enfermedad de Parkinson y que necesitan información breve y clara sobre cómo cuidarlas y acompañarlas sin descuidarse a sí mismos. El texto busca simplificar este desafío y plantea, en un lenguaje sencillo, una variedad de preguntas y sus respuestas como por ejemplo: ¿Qué cuidados puede necesitar una persona con EP? ¿Qué es ser un cuidador? ¿Qué clase de apoyo debo dar? ¿Existen servicios comunitarios? ¿Qué información necesito para comprender mejor qué es la EP?

El hospital Nacional de Parapléjicos es una referencia obligada en la formación de residentes españoles y de estudiantes de postgrado Iberoamericanos interesados en las lesiones medulares. Las acciones en este entro se rigen por dos objetivos prioritarios: conseguir que el paciente se enfrente nuevamente a la sociedad gozando de la mayor independencia en sus actividades de la vida diaria, y garantizar que tendrá el bagaje de conocimientos necesarios para poder ejercer un buen control sobre su entorno.

The first comprehensive textbook on the assessment and management of respiratory symptoms in ALS and other motor neuron diseases!

Manipulative Therapy provides a systematic overview of chain reactions which are the basis of a rational holistic approach. These reactions are closely related to the upright human posture and to the "deep stabilisation system" as shown in the work of Richardson et al in Therapeutic Exercise for Spinal Stabilisation in Low Back Pain. This approach has meant a considerable advance in the therapy and rehabilitation of patients.