Rehabilitation Outcome Measures

Rehabilitation Outcome Measures
Author: Emma K Stokes
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2010-12-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0702044466

Rehabilitation Outcome Measures is a comprehensive review and comparison of measurement instruments in rehabilitation. It includes a high-level section on professional practice in physiotherapy and an introduction to the World Health Organisation's (WHO) International Classification of Health. For those who wish to learn more about the relevance of reported measurement properties, the text focuses on how this knowledge can assist clinical decision-making. Additionally, the book reviews a range of measurements in neurological rehabilitation as well mobility, fatigue, physical activity and patient satisfaction. Rehabilitation Outcome Measures is directed at students preparing for clinical practice, as well as researchers and practitioners seeking information about a range of measurement instruments. - Provides details on how to manage a project and select an outcome measure - Introduction to WHO's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - Boxes with specific links to clinical decision-making - Easy format for review of measurement possibilities in each domain - Clear review of 36 measurement instruments

Rehabilitation in Movement Disorders

Rehabilitation in Movement Disorders
Author: Robert Iansek
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2013-05-23
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 110701400X

Provides a broad overview of current rehabilitation approaches, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary management and focussing on deliverable outcomes.

Therapy Outcome Measures for Rehabilitation Professionals

Therapy Outcome Measures for Rehabilitation Professionals
Author: Pamela Enderby
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2013-05-31
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1118699815

Previously published as two separate books for Speech and Language Therapists and for Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Nursing, this book has now been updated and expanded and combines the two first editions into one. This fits in with the increased amount of team working in rehabilitation, both in hospital and community settings. The book assists with the practical implementation of gathering outcome data on patient/clients receiving treatment. Over the last decade there has been a growing awareness of the importance of being able to gather information that could assist in identifying specific gains related to treatment programmes. This should not only help to identify areas for resource change, but also enable health care professionals to monitor the effectiveness of their treatments with individual clients.

Physical Rehabilitation Outcome Measures

Physical Rehabilitation Outcome Measures
Author: Elspeth Finch
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2002
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780781742412

The revised and expanded second edition of this easy-to-use manual reflects current methods used by today's rehabilitation professionals to establish and measure outcomes. Chapters cover the development of an outcome measure plan, how to choose the appropriate outcome measure, measure properties and terms used in review of measures, the application of outcome measures to individual clients, and how outcome data can be used in client programme planning and evaluation. New to this edition are: a new template for reviewing outcome measures, updated terminology, case histories, and a new appendix including a critical appraisal form. A dual-platform CD-ROM accompanying the book contains a new template for reviewing outcome measures, revised terminology and reviews and references for over 70 measures.

Functional Assessment and Outcome Measures for the Rehabilitation Health Professional

Functional Assessment and Outcome Measures for the Rehabilitation Health Professional
Author: Glen E. Gresham
Publisher:
Total Pages: 272
Release: 1997
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

Practical and unique, this is the only book to cover the instruments used by all rehabilitation disciplines. And better yet, it's the only book to describe and/or display instruments -- more than 40 that are used in general rehabilitation. A leading-edge resource, Functional Assessment and Outcome Measures for the Rehabilitation Health Professional helps you select the best outcomes measurement instruments; assess and measure function in physical, social, emotional, and vocational areas; and plan targeted interventions to promote independent living. Readers learn how to choose the best of current functional assessment measures and recognize the advantages and disadvantages of functional assessment, disease-specific, and general health measures.

Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation

Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation
Author: Richard L. Harvey, MD
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Total Pages: 817
Release: 2008-11-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1935281054

A Doody's Core Title 2012 Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation is the new gold standard comprehensive guide to the management of stroke patients. Beginning with detailed information on risk factors, epidemiology, prevention, and neurophysiology, the book details the acute and long-term treatment of all stroke-related impairments and complications. Additional sections discuss psychological issues, outcomes, community reintegration, and new research. Written by dozens of acknowledged leaders in the field, and containing hundreds of tables, graphs, and photographic images, Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation features: The first full-length discussion of the most commonly-encountered component of neurorehabilitation Multi-specialty coverage of issues in rehabilitation, neurology, PT, OT, speech therapy, and nursing Focus on therapeutic management of stroke related impairments and complications An international perspective from dozens of foremost authorities on stroke Cutting edge, practical information on new developments and research trends Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation is a valuable reference for clinicians and academics in rehabilitation and neurology, and professionals in all disciplines who serve the needs of stroke survivors.

Therapy Outcome Measures (TOM)

Therapy Outcome Measures (TOM)
Author: Pamela Mary Enderby
Publisher: Singular
Total Pages: 112
Release: 1997
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

CORE SCALE CARDSTen laminated 5 1/2 8 1/2 cards with scales and rating points listed for Child Speech-Language Impairment, Dysarthria, Dysfluency, Dysphagia, Dysphasia/Aphasia, Dysphonia, Hearing Therapy/Aural Rehabilitation, Laryngectomy, Learning Disability/Mental Retardation, and Phonological Disorders for Fingertip Reference in the Clinic.

Pelvic Floor Re-education

Pelvic Floor Re-education
Author: Bernhard Schüssler
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2013-04-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1447135695

Pelvic Floor Re-education encompasses a variety of techniques for increasing the strength of, and control over, the pelvic floor muscles. These techniques are now emerging as an effective and viable alternative to surgery in the treatment of urinary incontinence and related conditions. This volume presents a reasoned, scientific approach to the use of pelvic floor re-education. Starting with the latest theories on anatomy, pathophysiology and possible causes of pelvic floor damage, the text then describes the importance of pelvic floor evaluation in determining the type of treatment required. A number of re-education techniques are assessed including isolated muscle exercise, vaginal cones, biofeedback control and electrical stimulation. Recent research work is also reviewed which allows the reader to evaluate the different modalities advocated in the management of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Collaborative capacity development to complement stroke rehabilitation in Africa

Collaborative capacity development to complement stroke rehabilitation in Africa
Author: Quinette Louw
Publisher: AOSIS
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2020-12-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1928523862

This scholarly book focuses on stroke in Africa. Stroke is a leading cause of disability among adults of all ages, contributing significantly to health care costs related to long term implications, particularly if rehabilitation is sub-optimal. Given the burden of stroke in Africa, there is a need for a book that focuses on functioning African stroke survivors and the implications for rehabilitation within the African context. In addition, there is a need to progress with contextualised, person-centred, evidence-based guidance for the rehabilitation of people with stroke in Africa, thereby enabling them to lead socially and economically meaningful lives. The research incorporated in the book used a range of primary and secondary methodological approaches (scoping reviews, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, descriptive studies, surveys, health economics, and clinical practice guideline methodology) to shed new insights into African-centred issues and strategies to optimise function post-stroke.

Principles of Assessment and Outcome Measurement for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists

Principles of Assessment and Outcome Measurement for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists
Author: Alison Laver Fawcett
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 478
Release: 2013-03-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118709691

This textbook on assessment and outcome measurement is written for both occupational therapy and physiotherapy students and qualified therapists. It begins by defining what is meant by assessment, outcome, evaluation and measurement and discussing the complexity of therapy assessment and measurement, including the challenge of measuring human behaviour and the impact of factors such as task demand and context, including the environment. Methods of data collection (e.g. observation, interview, standardised testing) and sources (e.g. self-report, proxy) for collecting information about clients are then reviewed, and the main purposes of assessment (e.g. descriptive, evaluative, predictive, discriminative) presented. The book then addresses the topics of standardisation, levels of measurement, reliability, validity and clinical utility. There is a chapter describing and applying models for categorizing levels of function to aid assessment and measurement. The concept of clinical reasoning and reflective practice is then explored. Application of principles is supported through detailed case studies and worksheets and the criteria for test critique and guidelines for choosing a particular assessment approach are discussed.