Physical therapists from the US are the contributors to this volume, which features case studies as part of each chapter. An overview of research and practice is provided by Connolly (U. of Indianapolis) and Montgomery (U. of Tennessee Health Science Center). The topics include musculoskeletal considerations, examination and evaluation, applications of neuroplasticity, neural systems, sense and perception, cognition, balance deficits, spasticity, and intervention and discharge planning. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR More Reviews and Recommendations

Patricia C. Montgomery, PhD, PT Patricia C. Montgomery, PhD, PT, received her BS degree in physical therapy from the University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla, her MA degree in educational psychology, and her PhD in child psychology from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. Dr. Montgomery has a private practice in pediatrics in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area and has taught in physical therapy programs at several academic institutions. She is currently an associate professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and also provides continuing education courses for physical therapy clinicians. Barbara H. Connolly, EdD, PT, FAPTA Barbara H. Connolly, EdD, PT, FAPTA, received her BS degree in physical therapy from the University of Florida, Gainesville. She received an MEd in special education and an EdD in curriculum and instruction from Memphis State University, Tenn. She is professor and chairman of the department of physical therapy at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She holds an academic appointment in physical therapy at the University of Indianapolis and serves as a guest lecturer at numerous other programs in physical therapy. Additionally, Dr. Connolly remains active in the clinic through the University of Tennessee faculty practice.

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