Physical Therapy for Children With Cerebral Palsy

Foreword Introduction Section I Typical and Atypical Development of Movement and Postural Control Chapter 1 Theoretical Perspectives on Motor Development Chapter 2 Variability, Complexity, and Adaptability in Typical and Atypical Motor DevelopmentQuestions to PonderSuggested Questions for Future Research Section II Cerebral Palsy as a Developmental Disorder Chapter 3 Definition, Incidence, Etiology, Classification, and Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy Chapter 4 Alterations in Body Structures and Functions, Activity Limitations, and Participation Issues in Children With Cerebral Palsy Chapter 5 Evidence for Prognosis for Ambulation, Employment, and Independent LivingQuestions to PonderSuggested Questions for Future Research Section III Medical Management Chapter 6 The Interdisciplinary Team and Effective Interprofessional Collaboration in Health CareMary Rahlin, PT, DHS, PCS and Wendy Rheault, PT, PhD, FASAHP, FNAP Chapter 7 Neurological and Neuromuscular Systems: Medical and Surgical Management of Alterations in Body Structures and Functions Chapter 8 Musculoskeletal System: Medical and Surgical Management of Alterations in Body Structures and Functions Chapter 9 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary, Digestive, Integumentary, Urogenital, and Sensory Systems: Medical and Surgical Management of Alterations in Body Structures and Functions Chapter 10 Pain Assessment and ManagementRoberta Henderson, PT, PhD and Mary Rahlin, PT, DHS, PCSQuestions to Ponder Suggested Questions for Future Research Section IV Physical Therapy Management: Theoretical Foundation, Research Evidence, and Practice Chapter 11 Physical Therapy Examination and Evaluation: Tests and Measures, Anticipated Goals, Expected Outcomes, and Tracking Progress Chapter 12 Therapy Settings and Service Delivery Models Chapter 13 Assessment and Management of Therapy-Related Behavior Chapter 14 Therapeutic Approaches Regina T. Harbourne, PhD, PT, PCS and Mary Rahlin, PT, DHS, PCS Chapter 15 Common Intervention Strategies and Techniques Chapter 16 Complementary and Alternative Interventions Chapter 17 Significance of Manual Guidance in Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice Chapter 18 Therapy Frequency, Duration, and Intensity Issues Questions to PonderSuggested Questions for Future Research Section V Normal and Abnormal Gait Patterns and Current Evidence for Orthotic Management and Assistive Technology Chapter 19 Normal Gait Kinematics and Kinetics Elaine Owen, MSc, SRP, MCSP, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist Chapter 20 Common Approaches to Orthotic Management of the Lower Extremity, Trunk, and Upper ExtremityDonald McGovern, CPO, FAAOP and Mary Rahlin, PT, DHS, PCS Chapter 21 Segmental Kinematic Approach to Orthotic Management: Ankle-Foot Orthosis/Footwear CombinationElaine Owen, MSc, SRP, MCSP, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist Chapter 22 Assistive Technology, With Emphasis on Positioning and Mobility Equipment Questions to Ponder Suggested Questions for Future Research Section VI Transition to Adulthood Chapter 23 Cerebral Palsy as a Life Span Condition Chapter 24 Planning Transition to Adult LifeDonna Frownfelter, PT, DPT, MA, CCS, RRT, FCCP and Mary Rahlin, PT, DHS, PC SQuestions to Ponder Suggested Questions for Future Research Financial Disclosures Index