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Physio Tools
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Computer Programme
SHOULDER
Physiotherapy General Exercises
Mobilising
PhysioTools translated by Nora Musgrove MCSP. 1988 (Finland), 1993 (England). Obtainable from ‘Astons’, 131A Satchel/ Lane, Hamble. SO3 5HP. f695 + VAT.
PhysioTools has its origins as a Finnish computer programme called ‘Fysiodata’ which was developed for physiotherapists. The English version which currently contains only physiotherapy general exercises consists of a memory bank of over 400 exercises depicted with drawings and instructions. Its aim is to provide physiotherapists with a simple speedy method of prescribing exercises for their patients. The exercises are grouped by the part of the body and then subdivided into types of exercise, eg stabilising, mobilising, stretching a n d thirdly by type of movement, eg flexion, rotation. As a result, some exercises appear in more than one section. Installing PhysioTools is very straightforward. The package consists of a manual and a series of disks - simply insert the ‘Setup’ disk in the disk drive, type ‘Setup’ and then follow the on-screen instructions. The programme will run on virtually any IMB-compatible PC with a hard drive, and most common printer emulations are supported. The manual is essentially a catalogue for selecting specific exercises. They appear in a n ‘at a glance’ format for a n easy overview, followed by the complete form with appropriate text. To prescribe a t r e a t m e n t regime, t h e required exercises are selected and then the corresponding numeric codes are entered into the computer. The text accompanying any exercise can be altered t o s u i t individual requirements, but a t present such alterations cannot be saved permanently. Once selection is completed, a printout is produced that includes the name of the patient, the date, the hospitaUdepartment plus some general instructions. The exercises are displayed (three or four to a page of A4 paper) with drawings and
Counselling for Managers introductory guide
Stabilising
Stretching
Example of ‘Quick-pic’page with the exercises contained in the demonstrationprogram. A diagram from ‘Physio Tools’ instructions. If two copies are printed, one can be stored in the patient’s notes for future reference. The programme also allows exercise regimes to be saved and retrieved. This programme is essentially a computerised version of the VHI exercise a n d rehabilitation prescription kit produced in Australia. The latter is a box tile of exercises that have to be selected manually and then photocopied - both systems are a major advance on the hastily scribbled instructions/stick-men that most physiotherapists rely on. As with many translated texts, the English can sometimes seem slighly unnatural. There is nothing that I can pin down to criticise specifically, but occasionally the phraeseology feels a little stilted. This, however, is a personal viewpoint and not one that is shared by all my colleagues. The Finnish origins are also apparent in the selection of the exercises depicted. There are some which I found unexpected, and some omissions. The beauty of this system, however, is that exercises can be
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by John Michael Hughes. British Association for Commercfal and Industrial Education, 16 Park Crescent, London W1N 4AP. 1991 (ISBN 0 85171 094 8). /flus. 77pages. f5.99.
This short compact paperback offers guide lines for managers on the concept of counselling. It is an introductory guide for beginners and aims to increase the understanding of the potential possibilit i e s a n d problems of counselling encountered by managers. It is a very suitable book for clinical physiotherapists moving into t h e managerial field for the first time. The concept of counselling is presented in a n easily understood manner. The text
Physiotherapy, March 1994, vol80, no 3
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Counselling can be undertaken for the very reason that it is such a powerful instrument for personal growth. A drawing from ‘Counselling for Managers ’
added or updated as necessary. Develop ments are currently under way for additional sections, eg hydrotherapy, respiratory, paediatrics, etc - the possibilities are numerous, although cross-referencing them may become a problem. This is the first English version of PhysioTools, and a s such is not yet perfect. It is, however, a major time-saver for hard-pressed physiotherapists a s well a s a much-needed visual reminder of home treatment programmes. Any department which already has a PC (or isokinetic equipment which runs off a PC) should consider this programme and weigh the cost uersus the physiotherapists’ time saved plus increased patient satisfaction. The price may seem expensive, but it includes a back-up service for solving any problems with running the programme, as well a s some of the updates currently being developed. It is clearly the way of the future, and once it is installed, you may wonder how you ever managed without it. Anne Bruton MA MCSP
is spaced with cartoons adding humour and insight. The clear diagrams aid comprehension and do not confuse. It is a common-sense book which should be in every manager’s office. At a time of p e a t change the need for managers to act a s counsellors to their staff is growing. Counselling is a valuable tool for managers to use and understand but can be a daunting one. Counselling for Managers addresses these fears and highlights the place of counselling in effective human resource management. It is an easily affordable book which includes a pertinent short biblioyaphy for further reading.
Moira Poole MCSP
Computer Programme
SHOULDER
Physiotherapy General Exercises
Mobilising
PhysioTools translated by Nora Musgrove MCSP. 1988 (Finland), 1993 (England). Obtainable from ‘Astons’, 131A Satchel/ Lane, Hamble. SO3 5HP. f695 + VAT.
PhysioTools has its origins as a Finnish computer programme called ‘Fysiodata’ which was developed for physiotherapists. The English version which currently contains only physiotherapy general exercises consists of a memory bank of over 400 exercises depicted with drawings and instructions. Its aim is to provide physiotherapists with a simple speedy method of prescribing exercises for their patients. The exercises are grouped by the part of the body and then subdivided into types of exercise, eg stabilising, mobilising, stretching a n d thirdly by type of movement, eg flexion, rotation. As a result, some exercises appear in more than one section. Installing PhysioTools is very straightforward. The package consists of a manual and a series of disks - simply insert the ‘Setup’ disk in the disk drive, type ‘Setup’ and then follow the on-screen instructions. The programme will run on virtually any IMB-compatible PC with a hard drive, and most common printer emulations are supported. The manual is essentially a catalogue for selecting specific exercises. They appear in a n ‘at a glance’ format for a n easy overview, followed by the complete form with appropriate text. To prescribe a t r e a t m e n t regime, t h e required exercises are selected and then the corresponding numeric codes are entered into the computer. The text accompanying any exercise can be altered t o s u i t individual requirements, but a t present such alterations cannot be saved permanently. Once selection is completed, a printout is produced that includes the name of the patient, the date, the hospitaUdepartment plus some general instructions. The exercises are displayed (three or four to a page of A4 paper) with drawings and
Counselling for Managers introductory guide
Stabilising
Stretching
Example of ‘Quick-pic’page with the exercises contained in the demonstrationprogram. A diagram from ‘Physio Tools’ instructions. If two copies are printed, one can be stored in the patient’s notes for future reference. The programme also allows exercise regimes to be saved and retrieved. This programme is essentially a computerised version of the VHI exercise a n d rehabilitation prescription kit produced in Australia. The latter is a box tile of exercises that have to be selected manually and then photocopied - both systems are a major advance on the hastily scribbled instructions/stick-men that most physiotherapists rely on. As with many translated texts, the English can sometimes seem slighly unnatural. There is nothing that I can pin down to criticise specifically, but occasionally the phraeseology feels a little stilted. This, however, is a personal viewpoint and not one that is shared by all my colleagues. The Finnish origins are also apparent in the selection of the exercises depicted. There are some which I found unexpected, and some omissions. The beauty of this system, however, is that exercises can be
- An
by John Michael Hughes. British Association for Commercfal and Industrial Education, 16 Park Crescent, London W1N 4AP. 1991 (ISBN 0 85171 094 8). /flus. 77pages. f5.99.
This short compact paperback offers guide lines for managers on the concept of counselling. It is an introductory guide for beginners and aims to increase the understanding of the potential possibilit i e s a n d problems of counselling encountered by managers. It is a very suitable book for clinical physiotherapists moving into t h e managerial field for the first time. The concept of counselling is presented in a n easily understood manner. The text
Physiotherapy, March 1994, vol80, no 3
I
I
Counselling can be undertaken for the very reason that it is such a powerful instrument for personal growth. A drawing from ‘Counselling for Managers ’
added or updated as necessary. Develop ments are currently under way for additional sections, eg hydrotherapy, respiratory, paediatrics, etc - the possibilities are numerous, although cross-referencing them may become a problem. This is the first English version of PhysioTools, and a s such is not yet perfect. It is, however, a major time-saver for hard-pressed physiotherapists a s well a s a much-needed visual reminder of home treatment programmes. Any department which already has a PC (or isokinetic equipment which runs off a PC) should consider this programme and weigh the cost uersus the physiotherapists’ time saved plus increased patient satisfaction. The price may seem expensive, but it includes a back-up service for solving any problems with running the programme, as well a s some of the updates currently being developed. It is clearly the way of the future, and once it is installed, you may wonder how you ever managed without it. Anne Bruton MA MCSP
is spaced with cartoons adding humour and insight. The clear diagrams aid comprehension and do not confuse. It is a common-sense book which should be in every manager’s office. At a time of p e a t change the need for managers to act a s counsellors to their staff is growing. Counselling is a valuable tool for managers to use and understand but can be a daunting one. Counselling for Managers addresses these fears and highlights the place of counselling in effective human resource management. It is an easily affordable book which includes a pertinent short biblioyaphy for further reading.
Moira Poole MCSP