Occupational Therapy for Orthopaedic Conditions

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Occupational Therapy for Orthopaedic Conditions is a comprehensive guide to treatment. It deals with conditions normally encountered in the elective orthopaedic ward where occupational therapy intervention occurs. Subjects covered include rheumatoid arthritis; hip and knee surgery; low back pain; spinal, shoulder and elbow surgery; the hand and bone tumours. Each condition is described with a summary of treatment, including pharmaceuticals, surgery, physiotherapy and alternative medicine. Suggested treatment provision takes into account financial constraints and staffing levels. Results of surgery are outlined as the outcome affects the activity of daily life. The final chapters looks at patient resettlement and improving the quality of life.