Spina bifida: A neural tube defect
Abstract: Spina bifida, a congenital spinal cord injury, is a complex disability that results from a failure of the caudal neural tube to fuse early in embryonic development. This congenital…
NEUROLOGY
Disorders of the basal nuclei
Abstract: This chapter will discuss disorders of the Basal Nuclei that are commonly encountered in physical therapy. Physical therapists must be well versed in evaluation and therapeutic interventions to address…
Cerebellar dysfunction
Abstract: The cerebellum is a highly unique brain structure, easily recognizable by its location on the dorsal brain stem and the distinct, dense folia, or foldings, of its cortex. For…
Management of clinical problems of children with cerebral palsy
Abstract: This chapter on cerebral palsy (CP) provides a historical perspective of the diagnosis of CP dating back to the mid-1800s. The classification of CP and the general movement characteristics…
Beyond the central nervous system: Neurovascular entrapment syndromes
Abstract: The purpose of this chapter is twofold. The first purpose is to develop the concept that the entire nervous system forms a continuous tissue tract. This concept is central…
Medical and developmental challenges of infants in neonatal intensive care: Management and follow-up considerations
Abstract: The focus of this chapter is clinical management during the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and outpatient follow-up phases for neonates at neurodevelopmental risk and their parents. A theoretical…
Genetic disorders: A pediatric perspective
Abstract: This chapter focuses on genetic disorders in children that result in a wide variety of health conditions and associated movement limitations. The resultant impact of certain genetic conditions on…
Learning disabilities and developmental coordination disorder
Abstract: This chapter provides an in-depth discussion of learning disabilities and developmental coordination disorders, and the role of rehabilitation clinicians on the evaluation and management of these conditions. Keywords:developmental coordination…
Differential diagnosis of the patient with a neurological condition
Abstract: This chapter introduces the reader to the concept of differential diagnosis of the patient with a neurological condition. After reading the chapter, the reader should be able to distinguish…
Interventions for individuals with movement limitations
Abstract: This chapter provides a comprehensive discussion of interventions used by therapists to improve activity and participation of patient’s and patient’s with movement limitations. This chapter presents current evidence, clinical…
