Book Detail
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Cerebral Palsy:
A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR CAREGIVING
MILLER, FREEMAN
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Category: ConsHlth: Neurology
Publisher: John Hopkins University Press
Affiliation: JEFFERSON MEDICAL COLLEGE, PHILADELPHIA
Audience: General/ Laypersons
Dimensions: 10.0 x 1.3 x 7.0 in
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Synopsis:
The authors describe the specific patterns of involvement (hemiplegia, diplegia, quadriplegia), explain the medical and psychosocial implica tions of these conditions, and show parents how to be effective advoca tes for their child. They provide a wealth of practical advice about c aregiving and explain medical terms and diagnoses, surgical procedures , orthopedic devices, and assistive technologies. The book also includ es lists of resources and recommended reading.
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