Geriatric Orthopaedics

This new edition of this very successful book is devoted exclusively t o the practical management of everyday orthopaedic evaluations and pro blems in older adults. It includes the framework and exercises necessa ry to create successful orthopaedic rehabilitation programs for your e lderly patients. New to this edition are expanded discussions of commo n surgical procedures; the addition of soft tissue problems and their rehabilitation; updated exercise programs; documentation tips in all t reatment chapters; and a new chapter on balance intervention. The expe rienced clinician may access treatment ideas quickly for specific prob lems, while the student and novice clinician make use of a wealth of i nformation on aging, general orthopaedics, and treatment protocols.