Surgical rehabilitation of the upper limb in tetraplegia

• Main Authors: Hentz, Vincent R. (Author), Leclercq, C. 1952- Caroline (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: London New York W.B. Saunders 2002
• Subjects: Arm > surgery; Quadriplegia > rehabilitation
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• Physical Description: x, 260 pages illustrations 26 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780702022715; 0702022713

Surgical Rehabilitation of the Upper Limb in Tetraplegia summarises all knowledge available on the management of the upper limb in tetraplegics. It gives full coverage of the process of patient evaluation, outlines spinal cord injuries in relation to the upper limb, and reviews both surgical and non-surgical rehabilitation in every type of patient, from the very weak to the strong. For every clinical situation the absolute indications and contraindications, operative detail, post-operative management, expected outcome and common complications are reviewed so that the clinician is able to make a clear decision as to the best course of action in each type of patient. Every aspect of rehabilitation is covered in detail, making this a one-stop resource for both clinicians and therapists All surgical options are reviewed, giving surgical detail, post-operative care, possible complications, expected outcomes and salvage procedures Every class of patient is covered individually, from the very weak to the strong, and recommendations are made on the best clinical choice in each class of patient Hentz is one of the world leaders in upper limb rehabilitation, and the French co-author will provide the European perspective on management, so giving a balanced overview of clinical practice worldwide