Enhancing Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities: Therapeutic Exercise Fourth Edition

Written by renowned author Barbara H. Connolly, Therapeutic Exercise for Children With Developmental Disabilities, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive resource for students and professionals working with children with developmental disabilities. This updated edition emphasizes evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and evaluation skills, making it an essential tool for enhancing care and improving outcomes.

Case Studies and Problem-Solving Approach

The text features five in-depth case studies of children with various developmental disabilities, including cerebral palsy, myelomeningocele, Down syndrome, and developmental coordination disorder with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Each case study presents a problem-solving approach to address specific chapter topics, enabling readers to develop practical solutions for real-world scenarios.

Comprehensive Content and Multimedia Resources

Each chapter provides examination, evaluation, and intervention recommendations, accompanied by specific treatment objectives, therapeutic activities, and a companion website featuring 17 videos (90 minutes of content). The text incorporates recent research, clinical recommendations, and relevant references to ensure readers are well-informed and up-to-date on best practices.

A Framework for Children’s Participation and Empowerment

This edition utilizes the American Physical Therapy Association’s Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 3.0 and the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health – Children and Youth as its framework. The focus is on promoting children’s participation and empowerment, rather than body function and structure, emphasizing a person-centered approach to care.

A Valuable Resource for Students and Clinicians

With its engaging case studies, informative figures, and helpful videos, Therapeutic Exercise for Children With Developmental Disabilities, Fourth Edition is an indispensable resource for both students and practicing clinicians. It provides a comprehensive understanding of therapeutic exercise and its applications, enabling readers to provide high-quality care and improve the lives of children with developmental disabilities.

Publisher: SLACK Incorporated
Publication Date: February 5, 2020
Language: English
ISBN: 9781630915766, 9781630915773