Physical Therapy in ArthritisWritten by a team of international experts in the field, this text presents a comprehensive approach to the rehabilitation of arthritic conditions. Psychosocial and life span developmental processes, epidemiology, pathology, medical management, and pharmacology are discussed from a physical therapy perspective. The principles of orthotics and splinting are also covered. |
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Pathophysiology of Inflammation Repair and Immobility | 19 |
Diagnosis and Management of Arthritic Conditions | 47 |
FibrositisFibromyalgia and Related Syndromes | 81 |
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