Author : Demos Gallender
Publisher : Charles C. Thomas Publisher
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Ingestion
ISBN : UCAL:B4478625
Eating Handicaps by Demos Gallender Pdf
Abstract: Resources and materials on techniques for diagnosing, helping, and teaching people with eating handicaps have been collected for the use of parents, teachers, and health care workers directly involved with such people. The first section of the book addresses the anatomy and physiology of the bone, muscle, gland and nerve structures associated with the eating process, comprising about the first 8 inches of the digestive tract. The second section focuses on specific handicaps, and techniques which may be applied to aid and improve eating abilities. Each eating reflex is described, including sucking, bite reflex, breathing patterns, etc., and the appropriate remedial techniques are illustrated with diagrams and photographs. A basic understanding of normal oral development, underlying theory and practical management provide an integrated, clear and concise approach to physical therapy for the eating problems of handicapped people.