This book is both an introductory text to the rehabilitation of stroke
for student therapists and a reference text for qualified therapists.
The layout of the book reflects these needs with Chapters 1-4 assuming a
minimal level of understanding of the material. These chapters provide
an introduction to the condition of stroke itself, the problern
therapists face in assessing and treating stroke patients and
therapeutic approaches in occu- pational therapy. Prognosis of stroke is
also discussed which is an issue taken up in later chapters concemed
with expert systems. The use of microcomputers in occupational therapy
is discussed throughout the book with particular reference to their
direct role during therapy. Chapters 5-7 assume a higher level of
understand- ing from the reader although students will find the material
useful as an insight into the work of the modern-day therapist. Chapter
5 addresses the work carried out in the area of biofeedback; Chapter 6
introduces the concept and uses of databases, and Chapter 7 discusses
the versatility of microcomputers, especially in the provision of expert
systems for the prognosis of stroke.