Optimizing Therapeutic Approaches with Clinical Reasoning: A Practical Guide for Physiotherapists

This comprehensive guide, written by Susanne Mayrhofer and Beate Krenek, presents 26 real-life case studies from internal medicine, outlining therapy processes, and providing expert insights to optimize treatment approaches. The evidence-based approach is divided into varying levels of difficulty, catering to physiotherapists of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals.

Expert Insights and Practical Tips

Renowned experts in the field share their expertise, translating current scientific knowledge into actionable advice for daily practice. The book is filled with concrete tips, highlighted in boxes such as “Vorsicht” (Caution), “Praktischer Tipp” (Practical Tip), and “Klinischer Hintergrund” (Clinical Background). The “Was wäre, wenn” (What if) section explores alternative disease trajectories and potential interventions.

Clinical Reasoning: Understanding the Thought Process

The authors explain the reasoning behind each intervention, enabling readers to understand the thought process and connections, and develop their own therapeutic strategies. By grasping the clinical reasoning, physiotherapists can enhance their problem-solving skills and provide more effective treatments.

New in the 2nd Edition: COVID-19 Insights

This updated edition includes a dedicated chapter on Long COVID/Reha and COVID-19 patients in intensive care units, providing valuable insights into the management of these complex cases.

This book is an essential resource for:

• Physiotherapy students and trainees
• Instructors and educators in physiotherapy

Stay up-to-date with the latest knowledge in physiotherapy and enhance your therapeutic approaches with this comprehensive guide.