Rehabilitation Instructions for Orthopaedic Patients

Written by an eminent expert on orthopaedic rehabilitation for the orthopaedist, physical trainer, athletic trainer, or any health care professional managing rehabilitation, this handbook provides patient instructions for rehabilitation of all musculoskeletal injuries and postoperative rehabilitation after surgery. For each injury, the book presents step-by-step descriptions and photographs of chronologically progressive rehabilitation exercises and checklists of timing and criteria for return to sports. The book includes a disc so patient instructions may be individualized and printed. The format also allows easy photocopying. Each chapter also includes clinical points for the practitioner, illustrations of pathophysiology and treatment, and etiology and prevention. Additional topics covered include low-impact exercises for arthritis patients, cast care, groin strain, and care of sprains.