- Includes coverage of key advances in robotic systems, 3D printing technology, and virtual reality devices, as well as wearable inertial sensors in people with mobility impairments, plus a new chapter on digital technology in orthotics and prosthetics
- Covers cutting-edge topics ranging from gait assessment strategies to novel therapies such as use of a virtual environment during rehabilitation
- Features a vibrant, full-color design with numerous figures, tables, and color photographs throughout
- Shares the knowledge and experience of new editor William Lovegreen, who brings specialized expertise in prosthetics and orthotics, as well as new contributing authors who provide fresh perspectives and greater international representation
- Discusses brain-computer interface (BCI) systems relating to assistive technology (AT) systems and orthotics
- Includes economic evaluations for orthotic and prosthetic devices
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date
- One new editor
- New chapters on technological advances, interfacing, AI and robotic systems
Table of Contents
Section 1 Basics
1. Orthotic Prescription
2. Materials Science
3. Principles of Fabrication
4. Principles of Normal and Pathologic Gait
Section 2 Spinal Orthoses
5. Biomechanics of the Spine
6. Principles and Components of Spinal Orthoses
7. Orthoses for Spinal Pain
8. Orthoses for Spinal Deformities
9. Orthoses for Spinal Trauma and Postoperative Care
10. Orthoses for Osteoporosis
Section 3 Upper Limb Orthoses
11. Biomechanics of the Upper Limb
12. Principles and Components of Upper Limb Orthoses
13. Upper Limb Orthoses for the Stroke- and Brain-Injured Patient
14. Upper Limb Orthoses for Persons With Spinal Cord Injuries and Brachial Plexus Injuries
15. Orthoses for the Burned Hand
16. Orthotic Treatment Considerations for Arthritis and Overuse Syndromes in the Upper Limb
17. Functional Bracing of Selected Upper Limb Fractures
Section 4 Lower Limb Orthoses
18. Biomechanics of the Hip, Knee, and Ankle
19. Foot Biomechanics
20. Shoes and Shoe Modifications
21. Foot Orthoses
22. Lower Limb Orthoses
23. Lower Limb Orthoses for Persons With Spinal Cord Injury
24. Orthoses in Total Joint Arthroplasty
25. Knee Orthoses for Sports-Related Issues
26. Orthotic Management of Neuropathic and Dysvascular Feet
27. Orthotic Management of Polio and Postpolio Syndrome
28. Lower Limb Orthoses for Persons Who Have Had a Stroke
29. Assessment and Orthotic Management of Gait Dysfunction in Individuals With Traumatic Brain
Section 5 Pediatric Orthoses
30. Congenital and Acquired Disorders
31. Pediatric Hip Orthoses
32. Orthoses for the Muscle Disease Patient
33. Orthoses for Cerebral Palsy
34. Orthoses for Myelomeningocele
35. Cranial Remolding Orthoses
Section 6 Assistive Devices
36. Canes, Crutches, and Walkers
37. Wheeled Mobility
38. Wheeled Mobility
39. Wheelchair and Assistive Device Considerations for Remote Settings
40. Communication Devices and Electronic Aids to Activities of Daily Living
41. Sports Adaptations and Assistive Devices for Recreation
42. Driving and Related Assistive Devices
43. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Applications
44. Exoskeletal Assisted Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury
45. Future Trends and Research in Orthoses
