Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy for People with Cerebral Palsy, 1st Edition

“Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy for People With Cerebral Palsy is an excellent reference for physicians. For primary care clinicians, it presents a comprehensive overview of concerns, goals, and therapies throughout the life span. This is particularly useful for pediatricians as they support and guide parents through the period of diagnosis and provide referrals for specialized evaluations and services. Physician specialists in cerebral palsy, particularly orthopedists, should find this book an excellent resource when prescribing an unfamiliar therapeutic intervention. In addition, the appendix, “Assessment of the Individual With Cerebral Palsy,” explains the purpose, validity, reliability, responsiveness, and clinical utility of common measurements used by therapists that should prove helpful when interpreting therapy progress notes.” (JAMA, February 2011)

Karen Dodd is known for her research into the effects of therapeutic exercise for people with chronic disabilities, particularly neurological disabilities. She has published and presented extensively on this topic. She co-produced with Nick Taylor an innovative instructional DVD on strength training for people with cerebral palsy that won the Fred P. Sage award for the best audiovisual product at the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine 60th Annual Meeting.

Nick Taylor is Professor of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University and Eastern Health, and Deputy Head of School in the School of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University. He is an active researcher on the effects of physical activity and exercise on people with a disability, with a focus on the effects of strength training for people with cerebral palsy.

Christine Imms is a senior research occupational therapist at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. Her interests are in paediatric occupational therapy, with a particular interest in children who have cerebral palsy.