{"product_id":"learning-disability-isbn-9780470019894","title":"Learning Disability","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is an updated version of a comprehensive a resource for health professionals working with people (primarily adults) who have learning disabilities (intellectual disabilities).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt will provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse approaches to treatment and management issues, as well as methods to help them achieve the rehabilitation aims – including the usage of non-healthcare facilities. Split into three sections, the book covers 1: Underlying theory; 2: Assessment; 3: Practical methods of physical treatment and management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombines history and the theory underlying learning disability and its associated conditions; assessment, and practical physical treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAchieves carefully assessed aims through methods appropriate to the individual client.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFunding suggestions for working in non-healthcare situations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures a breadth of content that also appeals to non-physiotherapists.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of fi gures xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of tables xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of contributors xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI Learning Disability and Associated Problems that Affect Physical Ability 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 What is Learning Disability? 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Learning Disability: Classifi cation and Associated Conditions 49\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Mark Sterrick and Jane Neil-MacLachlan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Psychiatric and Behavioural Disorders in People with Learning Disabilities 64\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eTanya Thiagarajah\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Orthopaedic Aspects of Learning Disability 93\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames E. Robb\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eII Assessing Physical Ability and Planning Intervention 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The Multiprofessional Learning Disability Team 111\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePatricia Odunmbaku Auty and Jeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 First Steps in Communicating with People Who Have Learning Disabilities 129\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSue Standing and Sue Smith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Assessment 146\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnneliese Barrell\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Interpretation of Assessment Results as a Basis for Intervention and Outcome Measures 166\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnneliese Barrell\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIII Practical Treatment and Management 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Postural Care 179\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJohn Goldsmith and Liz Goldsmith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 An approach to Treating and Managing Severe Physical Disability 200\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnn Findlay\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Hydrotherapy 215\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePatricia Odunmbaku Auty\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Riding for Disabled People 232\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlys Watson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Rebound Therapy 249\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSally Smith and Debbi Cook\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Group Work 263\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Lucy Clark and Helen Holme\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Sport and Outdoor Pursuits 279\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAngela Johnson, Jonathan Gray and Ian Silkstone,\u003c\/i\u003e updated by \u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Developing Opportunities for Health Promotion and Fitness Using Standard Local Facilities 294\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJeanette Rennie, Michael Craven, Amanda Leech and Sybil Williams\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Complementary Therapies 309\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibby Davies, Jane Bruce and Maria Gunstone\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Further Reading 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Useful Addresses and Web Sites 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Relevant Acts of Parliament 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This edition is well laid out in a more up-to date format. It is clear and easy to read, and tables and figures are appropriate and clear, but unlike the first edition, the second edition only contains one photograph. A notable change is the inclusion of references at the end of each chapter, which is very helpful when considering further research. Although some of the references and tables seem dated, current examples are also included in most cases.\" (\u003ci\u003ePhysiotherapy Journal,\u003c\/i\u003e March 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeanette Rennie (Ed),\u003c\/b\u003e Self employed physiotherapist working with adults with learning disabilities; formally, Senior Physiotherapist, Lothian Primary Care NHS Trust, Learning Disability Services.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is an updated version of the comprehensive book \u003ci\u003eLearning Disability: Physical Therapy, Treatment and Management.\u003c\/i\u003e It answers questions asked by health, education or social services professionals regarding the term \"Learning disability\". Most learning disability literature focuses on psychiatry, education and behaviour. This book examines the effect of these aspects and neurological deficit, on physical ability. Physiotherapists and other professionals describe an eclectic approach to treatment and management and methods to achieve their aims, frequently using non-healthcare facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearning Disability: Physical Therapy Treatment and Management. A Collaborative Approach, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is written in three sections:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSection one\u003c\/b\u003e describes the underlying theory. It includes worldwide social policy developments, which have influenced attitudes towards learning disability and subsequently affected physical treatment and management; causes and categorisation of learning disability; medication for associated conditions, their side effects and impact on physical ability; and orthopaedic procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSection two\u003c\/b\u003e focuses on assessment. It describes multi-professional structures within which assessments are undertaken; communication skills required for their success; and physiotherapy assessments methods and interpretation of results, which can also be used by other professions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSection three\u003c\/b\u003e describes nine practical methods of physical treatment and management ranging from posture management with profoundly disabled people to working through sport.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth professionals working with people who have learning disabilities (intellectual disabilities), staff and carers involved in their day-to-day management and students will find this book a valuable resource.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989521219813,"sku":"NP9780470019894","price":76.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470019894.jpg?v=1761784441","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/learning-disability-isbn-9780470019894","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}