SPINAL CORD INJURY. A GUIDE FOR THERAPISTS AND CAREGIVERS - JERZY KIWERSKI

Discover a comprehensive guide that will help you understand and effectively manage spinal cord injuries. Written by an experienced orthopedist and specialist in medical rehabilitation in collaboration with a clinical psychologist, this guide offers practical advice and knowledge essential for both therapists and caregivers. Learn how to minimize complications and improve the quality of life for patients.

• Understanding the causes of spinal cord injury
• Preventing and treating the most common complications
• Practical tips for passive and active exercises
• Indications for learning to walk for patients with spinal cord damage
• Procedures and improving the function of paralyzed hands
• Ways to address the psychological problems of patients
• Prognosis and possibilities of medical treatment

This guide is an invaluable source of knowledge that will help you understand the causes, consequences, and treatment options for spinal cord injuries. The authors, drawing on their extensive clinical experience, present the principles and possibilities of medical treatment, prognosis, and common psychological problems of patients, while showing ways to address them. You will find practical tips on preventing and treating the most common complications, as well as indications for passive and active exercises.

The book also discusses the procedures and possibilities for improving the function of paralyzed hands, which is extremely important for patients with spinal cord damage. You will learn how to effectively support patients in the rehabilitation process, minimizing the risk of complications and improving their quality of life. This guide is essential for anyone involved in the care of people with spinal cord injuries, offering a comprehensive and practical approach to this difficult topic.

PZWL Publishing House, known for medical publications of the highest standard, guarantees the reliability and timeliness of the information presented. This guide is the result of the collaboration of experienced specialists who share their knowledge and experience in an accessible way. As a result, readers can be sure that they are receiving proven and effective methods for treating patients with spinal cord injuries. Investing in this guide is an investment in better care and quality of life for patients.

Format: 205x168 mm, Cover: paperback, Number of pages: 192, Year of publication: 2018