Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices 6th Edition

📘 Overview

Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices is a comprehensive visual and clinical reference covering the design, selection, fitting, and clinical application of orthotic and assistive devices across multiple body regions. It serves as a core resource in rehabilitation medicine, physical therapy, orthopedics, and prosthetics-related practice.

🎯 Purpose & Scope

The book is designed to:

• Guide clinicians in choosing appropriate orthoses and assistive devices

• Explain biomechanical principles behind device use

• Support functional rehabilitation and mobility restoration

• Serve as an atlas-style reference with detailed illustrations and examples

🧠 Core Content Areas

🦴 Foundations

• Biomechanics of orthoses and assistive technology

• Indications and contraindications for device use

• Principles of alignment, fit, and function

🦵 Orthoses by Body Region

• Spine orthoses (cervical, thoracic, lumbar)

• Upper-extremity orthoses (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand)

• Lower-extremity orthoses (hip, knee, ankle-foot orthoses)

🧍 Assistive Devices

• Canes, crutches, walkers, and mobility aids

• Wheelchairs and seating systems

• Adaptive equipment for daily living

🛠 Clinical Application

• Patient evaluation and device selection

• Gait and posture considerations

• Training, progression, and follow-up

• Common complications and troubleshooting

📚 Key Features

• Atlas-style layout with extensive illustrations and photographs

• Device-by-device breakdowns for quick clinical reference

• Practical focus on real-world rehabilitation use

• Clear explanations linking anatomy, biomechanics, and function

👥 Ideal For

• Physical therapists & rehabilitation specialists

• Orthopedic clinicians

• Prosthetists & orthotists

• Medical, PT, and rehab students

• Clinical training programs

⭐ Key Benefits

• Improves clinical decision-making for device prescription

• Enhances understanding of functional mobility support

• Serves as a quick-reference atlas in clinical settings

• Bridges theory with practical application

📖 Quick Facts

• Title: Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices

• Format: Atlas / Clinical reference

• Focus: Orthoses, assistive technology, rehabilitation

• Level: Student to advanced clinician

• Use Case: Education, clinical practice, device selection

🧩 One-Line Summary

A definitive visual and clinical guide to orthoses and assistive devices, supporting evidence-based rehabilitation and functional mobility care.