Occupational Therapy and Neurological Conditions - by Jenny Preston & Judi Edmans (Paperback)

About the Book

"This book has been produced by members of the UK College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section Neurological Practice working with people with long term conditions and has been developed to accompany the 'Occupational therapy and stroke' book." --Preface.

Book Synopsis

While diagnosis with a neurological condition may not be life-threatening, it can have significant impact on everyday life and on participation in activities. Occupational therapists must be able to fully consider the physical, cognitive, emotional, psychological and behavioural problems which may occur as a consequence of a neurological disorder, and understand the impact of diagnosis from a person-centred perspective. Occupational Therapy and Neurological Conditions incorporates theoretical, clinical and research evidence to support occupational therapists in the management of people with neurological conditions.

• Covers the key symptoms of neurological conditions and the biological basis of these within the ICF framework
• Provides an overview of therapy and management for all neurological conditions
• Includes key occupational therapy theory
• Case studies root concepts in real-life practice
• End-of-chapter self-evaluation questions help test understanding

Occupational Therapy and Neurological Conditions is the ideal resource to support students, newly-qualified practitioners, and occupational therapists looking for an overview or introduction to this key area of practice.

About the Author

Jenny Preston, PhD, BSc (Hons), DipCOT is a Consultant Occupational Therapist within NHS Ayrshire & Arran, and Glasgow Caledonian University. She has over 30 years clinical experience working with people with a range of neurological conditions, and is currently Chair of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section Neurological Practice.

Judi Edmans, PhD, MPhil, DipCOT, FCOT is a Senior Research Fellow in the Division of Rehabilitation and Ageing at the University of Nottingham. She has been qualified for over 35 years, has worked mainly in stroke both in clinical practice and research and is the editor of the book Occupational Therapy and Stroke.