Neurological rehabilitation : optimizing motor performance / Janet H. Carr and Roberta B. Shepherd.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1.Introduction :adaptation, training and measurement--1.The adaptive system : plasticity and recovery -- 2.Training motor control, increasing strength and fitness, and promoting skill Acquisition -- 3.Measurement --Part 2.:Task-related exercise and training-- 4.Standing up and sitting down -- 5.Walking -- 6.Reaching and manipulation -- 7.Balance --Part 3.Body function and structure,limitations in activities and participation-- 8.Upper motor neuron lesions -- 9.Cerebellar ataxia / written with Phu Hoang -- 10.Somatosensory and perceptual-cognitive impairments -- 11.Stroke / written with Julie Bernhardt -- 12.Traumatic brain injury / written with Anne Moseley and Leanne Hassett -- 13.Parkinson's disease / written with Colleen Canning -- 14.Multiple sclerosis / written with Phu Hoang.

Looks at the advances that have occurred in the understanding and treatment of adults with neurological conditions. This title outlines training guidelines that are based on biomechanical constructs and motor relearning research, applied to enhance brain reorganization and muscle contractility, and encourage functional recovery of the patient.