Publisher's Synopsis
This evidence-based text relates clinical chiropractic management to pediatrics, with coverage of the key aspects of syndromes most commonly seen by chiropractors working with children. It outlines the essential history-taking, physical assessment, diagnosis and management for each syndrome, while addressing relevant pathology of pediatric conditions. An essential reference source for both chiropractic clinicians and students. Chapters have been radically restructured for the new edition - in line with current research and the models of teaching now being used.
Unique approach - combination of the medical and chiropractic paradigms Emphasis on patient safety Evidence based Accessible, easy to read style. Extensively illustrated for clarity. DVD of techniques Contributions from senior medical pediatric physicians and other medical practitioners/educators with special interest areas
New co-Editor (Dr Joan Fallon) who is US-based and President of International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association. She is a very high profile author and lecturer in paediatrics in America. Foreword by Dana Lawrence - Professor at Palmer Chiropractic University, US and Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics Major structural change to accommodate new research-based information, particularly in fields of neurological assessment and treatment protocols Restructured chapters in keeping with current models of teaching New chapters on clinical nutrition and chiropractic care of the pregnant woman DVD of techniques Colour plate section Five new contributors, including Dr Kim Tuohey (international expert on cranial chiropractic)
