Occupational Therapy in Epidermolysis bullosa A holistic Concept for Intervention from Infancy to Adult

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is the collective term for a heterogenous group of genetic skin disorders characterised by the formation of blisters and erosions on skin and mucous membranes. This book deals with early childhood motor and perceptual development, a particular challenge for children with e...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Weiß, Hedwig, Prinz, Florian (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Vienna Springer Vienna 2013, 2013
Edition:1st ed. 2013
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) – the condition
  • 2 Motor Development in early childhood
  • 3 Treatment of the tactile, vestibular and proprioceptive perception
  • 4 Development of hand functions
  • 5 Graphomotor skills
  • 6 Independence in everyday life and provision of assistive devices
  • 7 Client-directed therapy using the COSA
  • 8 Rehabilitation of the hand
  • 9 Rehabilitation of the foot
  • 10 Conclusion