Neuro-Developmental Treatment : A Guide to NDT Clinical Practice

Thiscomprehensive volume provides vital support for both novice andexperienced practitioners of Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) byintegrating the latest theoretical foundations of NDT with real-lifepractice examples. The book is the culmination of a 5-year project byinstructors of the Neuro-Developmental Treatment Association to developan up-to-date guide to the neurorehabilitation approach originallydeveloped by Karl and Berta Bobath.Special Features:Presents the contemporary NDT Theory and Practice ModelCovers the entire what, why, who, and how of NDTIncludes thorough discussions of current and evolving research in neurorehabilitationPresentsa detailed look at how occupational therapists, physical therapists,and speech-language pathologists practice NDT within the scope of theindividual disciplinesIllustrates NDT examination, evaluation,and intervention through a series of case reports spanning from infantsto adults with posture and movement disordersProvides enhancedfigures, diagrams, tables, photo galleries, and videos demonstratingtherapeutic practice using the NDT practice model through access onThiemes MediaCenterProvides educators with instructional materials and strategies for entry-level to advanced learnersWritten by more than 30 NDT practitioners (OTs, PTs, SLPs) giving a broad range of perspectivesUsed as the core textbook in NDT Certificate courses, Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT): A Guide to Clinical Practice setsthe standard in clinical practice for occupational therapists, physicaltherapists, and speech-language pathologists who use, or intend to use,NDT in their work with infants, children, adolescents, and adults withpostural and movement disorders.