Occupational Therapy and Stroke

by Judi Edmans (Editor)

Occupational Therapy and Stroke guides newly qualified occupational therapists (and those new to the field of stroke management) through the complexities of treating people following stroke. It encourages and assists therapists to use their skills in problem solving, building on techniques taught and observed as an undergraduate. Written and edited by practising occupational therapists, the book acknowledges the variety of techniques that may be used in stroke management and the scope of the occupational therapist's role. Chapters span such key topics as early intervention and the theoretical underpinnings of stroke care, as well as the management of motor, sensory, cognitive and perceptual deficits. They are written in a user-friendly style and presented in a form that enables the therapist to review the subject prior to assessment and treatment planning. Complex problems are grouped together for greater clarity.

This second edition has been fully revised and updated in line with the WHO ICF model, National Clinical Guidelines and Occupational Therapy standards. It is produced on behalf of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section - Neurological Practice.

435 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Catherine Alice · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book will provide an easy to read overview for Occupational Therapists new to treating the condition. As a specialist OT in stroke, I have found the book to be a useful reference tool and it has provided a good basis for further research and to develop my EBP. Some evidence is a little dated now and we are definitely due a 3rd edition, particularly in light of the 2023 Stroke Guidelines. I particularly enjoyed the chapters on functional neuroanatomy, and management of particular associated impairments, these are easy to jump back to for reference in practice. Would like to see reference to the OCS in the next edition, a greater focus on technology, and a more up to date evidence base for some of the assessments/interventions. Positively, this book has pointed me in the direction of particular contributors/references who have since completed more recent relevant research to support my EBP.