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Manual of Physical Therapy edited by Otto 8 Payfon, Richard P Difabio, Stanley V Paris, Elizabeth J Protas and Ann F VanSant. Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, 1989 (/SEN 0443 08499 8). Illus. 761 pages.
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~49.50.
The declared purpose of this manual is to provide a single volume reference for the management of most patients that physiotherapists see. The book is divided into three sections, neurology, orthop&cs and cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Althouth the neurology section is wideranging, I feel that it could have placed more emphasis on discussion of tone, balance and moi‘ement patterns. However, the chapter on spinal injuries details a comprehensive list of transfers, and the chapter on nerve injuries would provide a quick reference source. The orthopaedic section assumes the ability to examine the patient and basically consists of syndromes with their causes, symptoms, signs, treatment management and prognosis briefly described. This section could be quickly consulted. The cardiopulmonary dysfunction section places more emphasis on cardiac rehabilitation, but has three clear chapters on pulmonary function, disease, assessment and therapy, plus one on health risk appraisal. I feel that the usefulness of this book is limited by two factors. First, the 27 authors and five editors work in the USA. Thus the material is clearly related to methods and techniques taught there,
The Kinesiology Workbook by Jan F Perv, David A Rohe and Anita 0 Oarcia. Williams and Wilkins, Baltimore and London, 1991 (ISEN 0 8036 6862 7). Illus. 196 pages. f15.50.
This workbook is intended for use by therapy students as a n individual and group revision aid. The authors suggest that it be used to reinforce and revise the basic principles of kinesiology, functional and gross m’usculoskeletal anatomy already learnt from standard textbooks, and to encourage the application of that information. The book was written after the authors’ experiences in teaching an introductory physical therapy course in the Medical College of Georgia, USA. Chapters consist of a series of selftesting problems and tasks, covering the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology; major joints and body segments (bone, joint structure and function, muscles, ligaments and applied anatomy); posture and gait. Each chapter begins with simple tasks, and builds into more complex problems. %me activities test the individual and require only pen and paper, while others require equipment, and involve a partner or small group of students. The text encourages the clarification of difficult or mmplex problems with college tutors, fellow students and standard textbooks. Suggested solutions for the problems are given a t the’end of each chapter.
(A) Therapist assists the patient to flex the arm and (B) slowly reverse into extension. (C) Patient holds the arm in flexion with elbow extension (isometric muscle contrmtwn). (0)and (E) Patient practises 0 2 flexicn PNF patterns. Diagrams from ‘Manual of Physical Therapy’
often differing from those used in the UK. Second, the book assumes a good working knowledge of assessment and treatment, and therapists who are very competent in a given area will often find the informa-
tion given is too limited for their needs - the book tends to ‘fall between two stools’. Heather Fair BSc MCSP
Overall, the aims of the book are well met; the text is concise and easy to read, the illustrations clear and the chapters well structured. However, the student is encouraged by the layout to uirite solutions in the book itself, limiting its usefulness to other readers. The workbook seems to be a valuable aid for therapy students for revision and encourage the practical application of theory promoting peer group discussion. However, a t E15.50 it is unlikely to be bought by individual students, but may find a place in college libraries, or on the bookshelves of a department with regular student placements.
Her approach to self-treatment includes elements of yoga, Alexander, Feldenkrais, relaxation and visualisation, together with breathing, stretching and massage. The book is readable, clearly illustrated and the techniques are well-described and effective, with emphasis on careful performance. This is a basic introduction to essential oils and recommendations on how and which oils to use for muscle fatigue, tension, anxiety, etc, but with only minimal warnings about possible toxic or skin-irritating oils. The section on reflexology is very brief and from a therapist’s point of view, the upside-down presentation on the foot chart is unusual, but for self-treatment it makes sense! The book is largely female-oriented, but the programme’s benefits for men are pointed out, and the tips for coping with working with a VDU are useful. It would take a long time to complete the whole programme, but it can be trimmed down to fit into a busy schedule, and routines are suggested which can be incorporated into daily living. An integrated approach to self-care, with most of the methods well-known to physiotherapists, it would be a useful book to recommend to those patients who are prepared to continue looking after their bodies after their physiotherapy treatment and instruction is finished.
Sally Phillips Davies MCSP
Touch and Stretch: A new approach to self-massage and stretching by Carolan Evans. Mackenzie Publishing Ltd, Charles House, 108-110 Finchley Road, London NW3 SJJ, 1991 (ISBN 0 9516355 1 4). Illus. 112 pages. f8.95.
This is yet another to add to the growing number of DIY body work books on the market. The authoress is a teacher of stress management, having developed a n interest in physical and mental stress during her early career in ballet.
Jo Swindells MCSP ONC
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Physiotherapy, March 1992, vol78, no 3
Manual of Physical Therapy edited by Otto 8 Payfon, Richard P Difabio, Stanley V Paris, Elizabeth J Protas and Ann F VanSant. Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, 1989 (/SEN 0443 08499 8). Illus. 761 pages.
n
~49.50.
The declared purpose of this manual is to provide a single volume reference for the management of most patients that physiotherapists see. The book is divided into three sections, neurology, orthop&cs and cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Althouth the neurology section is wideranging, I feel that it could have placed more emphasis on discussion of tone, balance and moi‘ement patterns. However, the chapter on spinal injuries details a comprehensive list of transfers, and the chapter on nerve injuries would provide a quick reference source. The orthopaedic section assumes the ability to examine the patient and basically consists of syndromes with their causes, symptoms, signs, treatment management and prognosis briefly described. This section could be quickly consulted. The cardiopulmonary dysfunction section places more emphasis on cardiac rehabilitation, but has three clear chapters on pulmonary function, disease, assessment and therapy, plus one on health risk appraisal. I feel that the usefulness of this book is limited by two factors. First, the 27 authors and five editors work in the USA. Thus the material is clearly related to methods and techniques taught there,
The Kinesiology Workbook by Jan F Perv, David A Rohe and Anita 0 Oarcia. Williams and Wilkins, Baltimore and London, 1991 (ISEN 0 8036 6862 7). Illus. 196 pages. f15.50.
This workbook is intended for use by therapy students as a n individual and group revision aid. The authors suggest that it be used to reinforce and revise the basic principles of kinesiology, functional and gross m’usculoskeletal anatomy already learnt from standard textbooks, and to encourage the application of that information. The book was written after the authors’ experiences in teaching an introductory physical therapy course in the Medical College of Georgia, USA. Chapters consist of a series of selftesting problems and tasks, covering the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology; major joints and body segments (bone, joint structure and function, muscles, ligaments and applied anatomy); posture and gait. Each chapter begins with simple tasks, and builds into more complex problems. %me activities test the individual and require only pen and paper, while others require equipment, and involve a partner or small group of students. The text encourages the clarification of difficult or mmplex problems with college tutors, fellow students and standard textbooks. Suggested solutions for the problems are given a t the’end of each chapter.
(A) Therapist assists the patient to flex the arm and (B) slowly reverse into extension. (C) Patient holds the arm in flexion with elbow extension (isometric muscle contrmtwn). (0)and (E) Patient practises 0 2 flexicn PNF patterns. Diagrams from ‘Manual of Physical Therapy’
often differing from those used in the UK. Second, the book assumes a good working knowledge of assessment and treatment, and therapists who are very competent in a given area will often find the informa-
tion given is too limited for their needs - the book tends to ‘fall between two stools’. Heather Fair BSc MCSP
Overall, the aims of the book are well met; the text is concise and easy to read, the illustrations clear and the chapters well structured. However, the student is encouraged by the layout to uirite solutions in the book itself, limiting its usefulness to other readers. The workbook seems to be a valuable aid for therapy students for revision and encourage the practical application of theory promoting peer group discussion. However, a t E15.50 it is unlikely to be bought by individual students, but may find a place in college libraries, or on the bookshelves of a department with regular student placements.
Her approach to self-treatment includes elements of yoga, Alexander, Feldenkrais, relaxation and visualisation, together with breathing, stretching and massage. The book is readable, clearly illustrated and the techniques are well-described and effective, with emphasis on careful performance. This is a basic introduction to essential oils and recommendations on how and which oils to use for muscle fatigue, tension, anxiety, etc, but with only minimal warnings about possible toxic or skin-irritating oils. The section on reflexology is very brief and from a therapist’s point of view, the upside-down presentation on the foot chart is unusual, but for self-treatment it makes sense! The book is largely female-oriented, but the programme’s benefits for men are pointed out, and the tips for coping with working with a VDU are useful. It would take a long time to complete the whole programme, but it can be trimmed down to fit into a busy schedule, and routines are suggested which can be incorporated into daily living. An integrated approach to self-care, with most of the methods well-known to physiotherapists, it would be a useful book to recommend to those patients who are prepared to continue looking after their bodies after their physiotherapy treatment and instruction is finished.
Sally Phillips Davies MCSP
Touch and Stretch: A new approach to self-massage and stretching by Carolan Evans. Mackenzie Publishing Ltd, Charles House, 108-110 Finchley Road, London NW3 SJJ, 1991 (ISBN 0 9516355 1 4). Illus. 112 pages. f8.95.
This is yet another to add to the growing number of DIY body work books on the market. The authoress is a teacher of stress management, having developed a n interest in physical and mental stress during her early career in ballet.
Jo Swindells MCSP ONC
z
Physiotherapy, March 1992, vol78, no 3