Description:

• • Discusses the latest advances and technological developments in prosthetics, and orthotics.

• • Presents current research throughout the text, with references for further reading.

• • Follows the APTA’s Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and appropriate national function terminology.

• • Features chapters on upper extremity prosthetics and upper extremity orthotics in addition to lower limb.

• • Offers pediatric content throughout the text, where appropriate

• • Emphasizes clinical problem solving and the decision making process to prepare readers for patient management.

• • Guides learning with learning objectives, flow charts, case studies, and stimulating questions in each chapter.

• Provides a “user friendly” approach for therapists who may not be experts in these areas.