Occupational Therapy

The classic of child therapy. Dibs will not talk. He will not play. He has locked himself in a very special prison. And he is alone. This is the true story of how he learned to reach out for the sunshine, for life . . . how he came to the breathless discovery of himself that brought him back to the ... More

Become a better counselor with PRINCIPLES AND APPLICATIONS OF ASSESSMENT IN COUNSELING Created specifically for counseling students, this counseling text provides you with a comprehensive introduction to appraisal and assessment and focuses on the importance of using assessment results to evaluate ... More

The main intent of this volume is to integrate the theory, research, and practical knowledge that guide current practice in the rapidly growing field of early childhood intervention, and to frame the agenda for its continued growth and maturation. Designed to serve as a core reference for those inte... More

Occupational therapists are in a unique position to observe and assess perceptual and cognitive deficits in patients with neurological impairment. The increasing proportion of the elderly in the population, combined with an increase in the number of people surviving traumatic head injuries, has resu... More

Occupational therapists, certified occupational therapy assistants and students preparing for careers in both areas will appreciate the way in which Psychosocial Occupational Therapy: A Holistic Approach, 2E incorporates theory, research and clinical practice. A discussion of the history of occupati... More

This book sets out the basis for addressing the individual needs of children with a wide range of visual impairments within the Code of Practice. It includes information about opthalmics; the identification and assessment of aspects of vision, and the role of different agencies likely to be involved... More

The CBFE is a tool designed for fieldwork educators and faculty who set up fieldwork courses and decide methods of evaluation in Fieldwork I and II. This excellent evaluation allows faculty to evaluate performance in a variety of fieldwork settings and provides a cumulative record of student compete... More

This book will help practitioners to ensure that they are doing all they can to include children with special educational needs. The author looks at several conditions such as Asperger's Syndrome, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Down's Syndrome and ADD/ADHD and shows how play can be adapted to help alleviate t... More

A collection of critical essays on concepts in occupational therapy, intended to stimulate interest in academic debate and to provoke a critical response.... More

A unique manual presenting the role of exercise in the remediation and prevention of back pain. The book takes exercise physiology and applies to the back area--examining the trunk, flexibility and range of motion, aerobic conditioning, and more. Includes an introduction to aquatic therapy, therapy ... More

This revised text examines the most salient aspects of multiple sclerosis that impact clinical trial design, the development of new disease therapies, and, most importantly, patient care. An international team of contributors discusses the clinical course of multiple sclerosis, its clinical heteroge... More

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A thorough update of the classic book on human movement in biomechanics Biomechanics and Motor Control of Human Movement, Third Edition is the thoroughly updated and retitled version of the widely used Biomechanics of Human Movement. Integrating a common set of data and analyses with reliable materi... More

Are you a student preparing for the NBCOT exam? Looking for only one study guide to help you prepare for this important day? Wondering what thousands of your peers and fellow students have relied on for their studying needs? The answer is the "OTA Exam Review Manual"-now available in a completely up... More

Therapists must increase their understanding of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to maintain and improve competence to practice in their profession. Every practitioner will need to take steps to maintain and demonstrate continued competence under the provisions of the new Health Act 1999.Th... More

This useful resource is designed to offer healthcare professionals specific information about the diverse area of assistive technology. It covers the variety of technology available and explains the adaptations of the technology, as well as how different devices work together. The first section prov... More