Hypermobility Syndrome
Diagnosis and Management for Physiotherapists
- 1st Edition - June 3, 2003
- Imprint: Butterworth-Heinemann
- Authors: Rosemary J. Keer, Rodney Grahame
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 5 0 6 - 5 3 9 0 - 9
Following a brief description of the historical and genetic background of the condition HMS is described in relation to other connective tissue disorders, such as Ehlers-Danlos… Read more
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Request a sales quoteFollowing a brief description of the historical and genetic background of the condition HMS is described in relation to other connective tissue disorders, such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, the Marfan Syndrome etc. The hypermobility syndrome is distinct from hypermobility (as in one joint only), which most physiotherapists are familiar with, and this difference will be explored. Hypermobility, is something people are born with, but it does not necessarily produce symptoms. It is present in between 5-15% of the population. Many of these will suffer symptoms at some stage in their life. It may occur in childhood, adolescence, adulthood, pregnancy or old age. Each of these stages is covered in the book, with detailed information on the presentation of the condition and its management. There are contributions from a variety of medical practitioners experienced in this field:. Consultant Rheumatologist, Professor R Grahame, Consultant Paediatrician, Dr K Murray, GP, Dr E Mansi, several physiotherapists, who specialise in different areas; Rosemary Keer (adults), Alison Middleditch (adolescents), Vicky Harding (Chronic pain), Jane Simmonds (Rehabilitation) & Sue Maillard (paediatric). There will also be a contribution from Sarah Gurley-Green, past Chairperson to the Hypermobility Syndrome association.
- Demonstrates how to identify the condition in the clinic.
- Discusses treatment and management strategies.
- Provides examples in the form of case studies.
- Includes details of a comprehensive assessment procedure, which differs depending on the stage of the disorder and the age of the patient.
- Features contributions by experts in a range of medical fields.
Clinical physiotherapists working in the musculoskeletal field, both in private practice and in out-patient settings in the NHS, GPs, paediatricians, undergraduate physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropracters.
1. Hypermobility and Hypermobility syndrome2. Hypermobility and the Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue3. Overall Management of the Joint Hypermobility Syndrome 4. Hypermobility Syndrome in Children5. Management of the Hypermobile Adolescent6. Physiotherapy Assessment of the Hypermobile Adult7. Management of the Hypermobile Adult 8. Rehabilitation, Fitness, Sport and Performance for Individuals with Joint Hypermobility 9. Joint Hypermobility and Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSD)10. Joint Hypermobility and Chronic Pain: Possible Linking Mechanisms and Management Highlighted by a Cognitive-Behavioural Approach.11. Hypermobility Syndrome from the Patient's Perspective
- Edition: 1
- Published: June 3, 2003
- Imprint: Butterworth-Heinemann
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780750653909
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Rosemary J. Keer
Affiliations and expertise
Specialist Chartered Physiotherapist, Central London Physiotherapy Clinic, Harley Street, London UKRG
Rodney Grahame
Affiliations and expertise
Consultant Rheumatologist, University College Hospital, London, UKRead Hypermobility Syndrome on ScienceDirect