With a growing influx of patients seeking care for balance impairments, gait abnormalities, and dizziness, A Clinician’s Guide to Balance and Dizziness: Evaluation and Treatment by Dr. Charles M. Plishka offers a comprehensive approach to these challenges. This essential resource provides evidence-based tests, measures, and interventions, grounded in research studies, for optimal patient outcomes. The guide begins with a detailed overview of the anatomy and physiology of the systems responsible for maintaining balance. A solid understanding of these fundamental principles facilitates a deeper comprehension of patient signs and symptoms.
A Clinician’s Guide to Balance and Dizziness empowers clinicians to conduct thorough evaluations and develop effective treatment strategies for identified deficits that elevate the risk of falls. Supplemented by numerous diagrams and photographs, the text is enhanced by access to a website featuring video demonstrations of key evaluation and treatment techniques. The ultimate goal is to improve the accuracy of evaluations, the efficacy of treatment plans, and the overall patient outcome.
This guide includes a variety of key topics and features for comprehensive knowledge:
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The Mechanics of Balance: Delve into the intricate processes that enable us to maintain equilibrium.
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Balance Assessment Tools: Learn how to utilize different tests to effectively evaluate patients with balance impairments.
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Specific Condition Management: Acquire expertise in managing conditions such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Vestibular Loss, and dizziness stemming from central and peripheral causes. This involves understanding the distinct characteristics of each condition and tailoring interventions accordingly.
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Therapeutic Interventions: Explore a range of therapy treatments designed to address specific balance deficits and improve patient function. The focus is on evidence-based interventions that have demonstrated effectiveness in clinical trials.
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Step-by-Step Guidance: Benefit from clear and concise “How to” instructions provided throughout the text, offering practical guidance on performing evaluations and implementing treatments.
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Online Video Resources: Access a companion website that showcases video clips demonstrating key evaluation and treatment techniques, reinforcing the information presented in the text and enhancing the learning experience.
A Clinician’s Guide to Balance and Dizziness: Evaluation and Treatment serves as a practical and accessible reference for professionals involved in the assessment and treatment of balance disorders and dizziness. While it is designed as an instructional text for physical therapy students and clinicians, its comprehensive coverage makes it a valuable resource for a wide range of healthcare providers, including physicians, vestibular and balance therapy specialists, occupational therapists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, audiologists, and athletic trainers.
By utilizing the evidence-based strategies and practical guidance offered in this guide, clinicians can enhance their skills in evaluating and treating patients with balance and dizziness disorders, ultimately improving their quality of life and reducing the risk of falls.
