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Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, 5th ed. (ClinicalKey) by
Covers state-of-the-art topics in the areas of biomechanics, fabrication techniques, and construction of orthoses with advanced technologies. Includes content on 3D printing technology and how it has revolutionized fabrication strategies. Features a more in-depth discussion of sensors and microprocessor technologies, advances in FES technology with respect to orthotics, smart devices and relevant apps, and the use of scanner technology in orthotic fabrication. Explains new orthotic devices and their indications from acute traumatic situations through chronic rehabilitation needs. Note: Users must register for and login to a personal ClinicalKey account to open a book chapter in PDF. (Due to publisher restrictions, some titles may not provide PDFs of book chapters; for those titles, only HTML full-text is available.)
FORCE: Drawing Human Anatomy (Taylor & Francis) by
Explores the different facets of motion and the human body. As opposed to the memorization technique, this books focuses on the function of each body part and how gravity relative to different poses affects the aesthetics and form of muscle. Chapters are divided by the different parts of the body, thus allowing the reader to concentrate on mastery one body part at a time.
Lower-Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics: Clinical Concepts (ProQuest Ebook Central) by
Offers a comprehensive overview of lower-limb prosthetics and orthotics, covering normal and pathological gait, lower-limb biomechanics, clinical applications, as well as prosthetic and orthotic designs and components. Incorporates unique features relevant to physicians such as prescription writing and prosthetic and orthotic construction and modification, as well as the latest research regarding energy consumption and long-term utilization of prostheses.
Making Hands: A History of Prosthetic Arms (ClinicalKey) by
Provides a historical account of the development of upper extremity prostheses. Describes different aspects surrounding the development of key elements of mechanisms and control, for prosthetic hands and arms, and includes biographical sketches of some key contributors. Note: Users must register for and login to a personal ClinicalKey account to open a book chapter in PDF. (Due to publisher restrictions, some titles may not provide PDFs of book chapters; for those titles, only HTML full-text is available.)
Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation, 4th ed. (ClinicalKey) by
A clear, comprehensive, one-stop resource for clinically relevant rehabilitation information and application. Provides a foundation in orthotics and prosthetics, clinical applications when working with typical and special populations, and an overview of amputation and prosthetic limbs. Note: Users must register for and login to a personal ClinicalKey account to open a book chapter in PDF. (Due to publisher restrictions, some titles may not provide PDFs of book chapters; for those titles, only HTML full-text is available.)
Prosthetics & Orthotics in Clinical Practice: A Case Study Approach (F.A. Davis PT Collection) by
Offers a research-based, problem-solving approach to prosthetics and orthotics. Provides a clinical focus with case studies, stimulating questions, and 550 photographs and line illustrations to make important concepts easy to understand and apply.
Understanding Clinical Research (AccessMedicine) by
Offers complete how-to guidance on conducting clinical research, including addressing operational challenges of clinical trials and providing a clear explanation of the methodologies necessary to interpret results. Covers all aspects of clinical trials, from design and implementation to statistics to regulatory scrutiny.
