Neurological Rehabilitation
- 1st Edition, Volume 110 - December 5, 2012
- Editors: Michael P. Barnes, David C. Good
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 4 - 5 2 9 0 1 - 5
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 4 - 5 9 5 8 4 - 3
Neurological Rehabilitation is the latest volume in the definitive Handbook of Clinical Neurology series. It is the first time that this increasing important subject has been… Read more
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- Describes the advances which have occurred in clinical neurology and the neurosciences, their impact on the understanding of neurological disorders and on patient care
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Handbook of Clinical Neurology 3rd Series
Foreword
Preface
Contributors
Chapter 1. Neural plasticity and its contribution to functional recovery
Definition
Sites of plasticity
Window of opportunity
Functional relevance
Plasticity, metaplasticity, and homeostatic plasticity
Genetic Influences
Noninvasive techniques capable of evaluating neuroplasticity in humans
Modulation of neuroplasticity
Conclusions
References
Chapter 2. Plasticity of cerebral functions
Introduction
Natural history of recovery after stroke
Mechanisms underlying recovery after cortical injury
Plasticity in the somatotopy of cortical motor maps as a reflection of vicarious function
Premotor cortex as a potential locus for vicarious function
Structural changes in motor cortex after stroke
Summary
References
Chapter 3. Neuroplasticity in the spinal cord
Introduction
Spinal cord injury
Mechanisms of plasticity in recovery from spinal cord injury
References
Chapter 4. Neural tissue transplantation, repair, and rehabilitation
Introduction
Cell replacement and structural repair by neural transplantation
Mechanisms of functional recovery after neural transplantation
Transplant-derived plasticity
Behavioral experience affects transplant integration and function
Learning (and relearning) to use the transplant
Rehabilitation strategies to promote transplant function
References
Chapter 5. Clinical trials in neurorehabilitation
Introduction
Complexity of human randomized clinical trials
Beyond randomized controlled trials
Translation of evidence from clinical trials in neurorehabilitation to clinical practice
Summary
References
Chapter 6. Brain–computer interfaces
Introduction
The definition of a brain–computer interface
The brain signals used in bcis
Current bcis
Signal processing
Bci users
Bci applications
Bcis in neurorehabilitation
Bci research and development
References
Chapter 7. Epidemiology of neurologically disabling disorders
Introduction
Sudden Onset
Progressive Disorders
Intermittent disorders
Stable Disorders
conclusion
References
Chapter 8. Motor learning principles for neurorehabilitation
Introduction
Motor adaptation
Skill learning
Motor learning in patients
References
Chapter 9. Outcome measures in stroke rehabilitation
Introduction
Factor 1: conceptual framework
Factor 2: psychometric properties
Factor 3: mode of administration and source of information
Factor 4: respondent burden and feasibility
Generic or disease-specific measures
Cognitive outcome measures
Barriers to outcome measurement
Reporting outcomes
Outcomes case study
References
Chapter 10. Organization of rehabilitation services
Introduction
Areas addressed by rehabilitation
Rehabilitation team structures
Models of team working in rehabilitation
Components of the rehabilitation process
Models of service delivery
Complex specialized rehabilitation services for neurological conditions
Outpatient and community rehabilitation
Residential rehabilitation
Vocational rehabilitation
Conclusions
References
Chapter 11. Functional neuroimaging
Introduction
Stroke alters brain activation patterns
Anatomical substrates of motor system reorganization after stroke
The functional relevance of lesion-induced brain reorganization
Predicting recovery with neuroimaging
Conclusions
References
Chapter 12. Gait disorders
Introduction
Physiological basis of human locomotion
Gait disorder in parkinson disease
Spastic gait disorder
Other gait disorders
Target for rehabilitation: plasticity of the central nervous system
Outlook
References
Chapter 13. The diagnosis and management of adults with spasticity
Introduction
Definition of spasticity
Classification
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology of spasticity
Why Treat Spasticity?
Principles of spasticity treatment
Outcome measures
References
Chapter 14. Neurorehabilitation approaches to facilitate motor recovery
A Paradigmatic change
Evidence-based medicine
Advances ln knowledge about “motor learning”
Training approaches for the upper extremity
Training approaches for the lower extremity
The use of mechanical devices (robots)
Modular therapies
Where to go from here?
References
Chapter 15. Neuropathic pain
Introduction
Definition
Etiology
Classification
Epidemiology
Neuropathic pain pathophysiology
Assessment and diagnosis of neuropathic pain
Pharmacological management of neuropathic pain
Nonpharmacological treatment
Summary
References
Chapter 16. Balance
Introduction
Balance assessment
Balance rehabilitation
Efficacy of balance rehabilitation in neurological disorders
Falls prevention
Conclusion
References
Chapter 17. Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction
Introduction
The bladder in health and neurological disease
Causes of neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction
Evaluation
Approach to neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction
Treatment
Infections
Multidisciplinary approach
References
Chapter 18. Neurogenic bowel
Overview and impact on quality of life
Altered physiology
Implications for bowel function in central neurological conditions
Managing bowel dysfunction
Assessment
Alternative strategies for management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction
Conclusion
References
Chapter 19. Neurological rehabilitation
Introduction
The Role of counseling
Anatomy and physiology of sexual and reproductive functions
Myelopathy
Multiple sclerosis
The developmental neurological disorders (cerebral palsy, static encephalopathy, autism)
Stroke
Traumatic brain injury
Geriatrics
Secondary complications of neurological illness and their treatment
Medications and sexual dysfunction
Conclusion
References
Chapter 20. Autonomic dysfunction
Introduction
Classification of autonomic dysfunction
Clinical features in autonomic disorders
Investigations in autonomic disorders
Cardiovascular autonomic dysfunction causing orthostatic hypotension
Additional considerations in the management of msa and parkinson disease
References
Chapter 21. Dysphagia
Introduction: swallowing-related definitions and impact
Healthy swallowing
Neural control of healthy adult swallowing
Aging swallowing: presbyphagia
Dysphagia: types/causes and typical symptoms
The dysphagia team
Evaluation of dysphagia
Treatment of dysphagia
References
Chapter 22. Disorders of communication
Disorders of communication
Dysarthria
Conclusion
References
Chapter 23. Rehabilitation Robotics
Introduction
Dirty, Dangerous, Distant
Academia, National Interest, And Corporation
Orthotics
Rehabilitation Robotics
References
Chapter 24. Neurogenic respiratory failure
Introduction
Ventilation
Neurological disorders affecting ventilatory control
Neurological disorders affecting the mechanics of respiration
Clinical manifestations
Treatment
Respiratory failure of acute onset
Respiratory failure of chronic onset
Summary
References
Chapter 25. Chronic fatigue syndrome
Introduction
Is CFS a postviral illness?
The neurobiology of CFS
Predisposing factors
Precipitating factors
Maintainin/perpetuating factors
Rehabilitation in chronic fatigue syndrome
References
Chapter 26. Other physical consequences of disability
Introduction
Immobility
Osteoporosis
Pressure ulcers
Venous thromboembolism
Heterotopic ossification
Nutrition
Ataxia
Tremor
References
Chapter 27. Rehabilitation of aphasia
Introduction
Epidemiology
Overview of the history of aphasia therapy
Present approaches
Efficacy of aphasia therapy
Conclusions
References
Chapter 28. Apraxia
Introduction
Neural mechanisms and assessment of apraxia
A definition of ideomotor limb apraxia
Cognitive-process model of limb apraxia
Assessment of ideomotor apraxia
Lateralization and lesion localization of limb apraxia
Recovery of apraxia in stroke patients
Real world effects of limb apraxia: treatment strategies
Summary
References
Chapter 29. Rehabilitation of spatial neglect
Definitions and scope of the health problem
Clinical characteristics of spatial neglect
Treatment theory and treatment for spatial neglect
Pharmacological treatment of spatial neglect
Conclusions and future directions
References
Chapter 30. Memory deficits
Introduction
General principles for helping people with memory deficits
Modifying the environment for those with severe and widespread cognitive deficits
New learning for memory-impaired people
Compensatory external memory aids
Emotional consequences of memory impairment
Planning a memory rehabilitation program
Conclusions
References
Chapter 31. Rehabilitation and management of executive function disorders
Overview
Assessing clinical signs and symptoms of EF disorders
Specific intervention approaches
Pharmacological approaches
Summary
References
Chapter 32. Neurobehavioral disorders
Neurobehavioral disorders: an overview
Localization-related syndromes
Affective disorders
Psychotic disorders
Delirium
Personality disorders
Awareness disorders
Assessment of neurobehavioral disorders
Treatment of neurobehavioral disorders
Concluding remarks and future directions
References
Chapter 33. Emotional disorders in neurological rehabilitation
Introduction
Features of emotional disorders
Incidence and prevalence
Etiology
Course and prognosis
Diagnosing emotional disorders
Management
Conclusion
References
Chapter 34. Traumatic and nontraumatic brain injury
Acquired brain injury
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology
Rehabilitation
Evaluation scale in brain injury
Complications
Prognostic criteria
Future research perspectives
Conclusions
References
Chapter 35. Traumatic spinal cord injury
Introduction
Epidemiology
Management
Assessment
Prognosis
Posttraumatic syringomyelia
Spinal shock
Autonomic dysreflexia
Bladder
Bowel
Dysphagia
Deep vein thrombosis
Pain
Spasticity
Upper extremities
Locomotion
Respiration
Physical fitness
Fatigue
Contractures
Muscular atrophy
Heterotopic ossification
Osteoporosis
Pressure ulcers
Sexuality
Affective disorders
Quality of life
References
Chapter 36. Stroke
Epidemiology
Diagnosis and etiology
Stroke types
Stroke subtypes
Acute treatment
Maintenance or restoration of homeostasis
Stroke units
Case notes
Rehabilitation after stroke
Assessment of swallowing
Nutrition and hydration
Continence and skin care
Positioning, mobilization, activities of daily living
Capacity to understand and communicate
Concentration and memory
Spatial awareness and inattention
Mood
Pain and spasticity
Information provision and carer support
Transfer of care
Early supported discharge
Long term support
References
Chapter 37. Neurorehabilitation in Parkinson disease
Introduction
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Speech and language therapy
Dietetics
Driving
Factors limiting rehabilitation
Summary
References
Chapter 38. Cerebral palsy
Diagnosis
Functional measurement
Associated disabilities
Managing “progression” in Cerebral Palsy
Survival in adults with Cerebral Palsy
Medical complications of Cerebral Palsy in adulthood
Rehabilitation modalities in adults with Cerebral Palsy
Spasticity
Physical therapies in Cerebral Palsy
Bulbar function and speech therapy
Secondary prevention and surveillance
Psychological interventions
Conclusion
References
Chapter 39. Multiple sclerosis
Introduction
Pathology of Multiple Sclerosis
Epidemiology and genetics
Diagnosis and investigation of Multiple Sclerosis
Measuring Multiple Sclerosis
Natural history of Multiple Sclerosis
Treatment options in Multiple Sclerosis
Symptomatic treatments in Multiple Sclerosis
Nonpharmacological treatments for Multiple Sclerosis
Conclusions
References
Chapter 40. Rehabilitation of the muscular dystrophies
Goals of rehabilitation
Conditioning
Musculoskeletal complications
Development and cognition
Steroid usage
Nutritional status
Respiration
Wheelchair seating
End of life considerations
Future of muscular dystrophy rehabilitation
References
Chapter 41. Rehabilitation of motor neuron disease
Introduction
Quality of life
Therapies
Respiratory function
Mental health
Symptom management
Cognitive changes
Spirituality and religion
End-of-life concerns
Conclusions
References
Chapter 42. Rehabilitation of brachial plexus and peripheral nerve disorders
Introduction
Brachial plexopathy
Focal Neuropathies of the upper extremities
Focal neuropathies of the lower extremity
Conclusion
References
Index
- No. of pages: 680
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Volume: 110
- Published: December 5, 2012
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Hardback ISBN: 9780444529015
- eBook ISBN: 9780444595843
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