Publication

Early Intervention in Upper Motor Disorders

Authors(s)

Dr. Nazila Akbarfahimi, Dr. Soheila Shahshahani, Dr. Seyed Ali Hosseini, Dr. Seyed Hasan Tonekaboni

Year

2019

Upper motor neuron disorders are conditions that may occur in the cerebral cortex, a part of the cerebral hemisphere, the brainstem, the spinal cord, or neural pathways controlling the activity of motor neurons innervating muscles. The main symptom of these disorders is spasticity. This book, part of the series Early Intervention Guides for Children with Motor Disorders, after defining concepts, clinical signs, and evaluation methods, provides approaches for treatment.

Early Developmental Interventions in Lower Motor Neuron Disorders in Young Children

Authors(s)

Dr. Nahid Rahmani, Dr. Zahra Nobakht, Dr. Masoud Gharib, Dr. Roshanak Vameghi, Dr. Nikta Hatamizadeh, Dr. Farhoud Saeid Arshadi, Dr. Shervin Badv

Year

2019

This book, prepared with the aim of providing guidelines (or protocols) for interventions during the onset of developmental movement disorders in children with lower motor neuron dysfunction, includes the following sections: After defining and introducing the target group for these interventions and a brief review of etiology, differential diagnoses, general symptoms, and laboratory, paraclinical, and functional assessment methods, therapeutic interventions are presented. Therapeutic interventions for each of the most important accompanying symptoms of lower motor neuron injuries (hypotonia, muscle weakness, reduced range of motion, respiratory distress, postural control disorders, motor disorders, and balance disorders) are provided, including the treatment target group, symptom definition, assessment methods, techniques used for intervention, required tools and conditions for intervention, and a step-by-step explanation of implementing the mentioned techniques for the treatment of the desired symptom, along with practical examples. At the end, a flowchart or algorithm is presented to illustrate the step-by-step actions for a child who has been diagnosed with a lower motor neuron injury and has referred to a therapist. The appendix of this book also includes a more comprehensive explanation of some important and common diseases that cause this disorder, a detailed description of necessary tests, and explanations regarding the prostheses used in this category of disorders.

Early Intervention in Children with Skeletal-Developmental Disorders

Authors(s)

Dr. Zohreh Mosallanezhad, Dr. Firoozeh Sajedi, Dr. Shiva Fathollahierad, Dr. Elham Loni, Dr. Farhoud Saeid Arshadi

Year

2019

Today, one of the major health challenges facing communities is improving the health of children with motor disorders. Early identification and provision of timely intervention services and secondary prevention to limit the negative consequences of these disorders are very important and essential. Despite this issue, motor disorders in children are often undiagnosed or not referred for timely treatment and rehabilitation in many parts of the world, especially in countries like Iran. Therefore, this book discusses early diagnosis and intervention methods for skeletal congenital anomalies (such as congenital hip dislocation), scoliosis, kyphosis, and foot disorders (such as flat foot).

Translation of Supplement to the JCIH Position Statement: Principals and Guidelines for Early Intervention after Confirmation That a Child is Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Authors(s)

Dr. Giuta Movallalii, Sirvan Najafi, Akram Farahani, Dr. Amir Abbas Ebrahimi, Maymeh Jafari, Malihe Mazaher-Yazdi, Sima Tajik, Nasrin Gohari, Roya Abdi

Year

2019

The field of hearing loss has witnessed significant advancements in recent years. Studies over the past decades highlight the crucial importance of early diagnosis and intervention (preferably soon after birth) for the success of deaf and hard-of-hearing children. This book presents a localized translation of the latest scientific statement in this domain, developed with the collaboration of renowned scientific societies, institutions, and centers worldwide and re-approved in 2019. The strict implementation of these ten principles of early intervention for deaf and hard-of-hearing children will ensure their success in any country, race, or ethnicity, with the family being the central focus of interventions.

Spine and Spinal Orthoses

Authors(s)

Dr. Hossein Jafari-Marandi, Dr. Farhad Azadi

Year

2019

This book attempts to compile topics related to anatomy, biomecaniques, and pathological conditions pertaining to orthopaedic treatment of the spine. Since a concise book on this subject is not readily available, an effort has been made to produce such a collection. This book is written under the assumption that the diagnosis of the condition has been made. However, a brief description of spinal pathological conditions is also provided.

Translation of Cochlear Implants for Young Children (Moving On- Book Two)

Authors(s)

Dr. Guita Movallali, Hadi Gholam Mohammadi

Year

2019

The purpose of this book is to provide information to assist you and train staff who use Cochlear Implants technology most extensively. Both family and individual specialists are important in a child’s life and have different roles, and the most effective support is achieved when they collaborate. Therefore, this book is not just for your study, but it provides you with a source of information that you can also share with your child’s teachers.

Translation of Cochlear Implants for Young Children (Moving On- Book One)

Authors(s)

Dr. Guita Movallali, Hadi Gholam Mohammadi

Year

2019

The purpose of this book is to provide information to assist you and train staff who use Cochlear Implants technology most extensively. Both family and individual specialists are important in a child’s life and have different roles, and the most effective support is achieved when they collaborate.

Justice and Social Welfare (Introduction to Fair Social Welfare)

Authors(s)

Dr. Farhad Nosrati Nejad

Year

2019

This book attempts to answer the question of what a reasonable and socially defensible conception of social justice is within the field of social welfare, by explaining the essence of social welfare and social justice, exploring important theories and schools of thought in social justice, and providing a framework for understanding and evaluating fair social welfare. Thus, reading this book can be beneficial for researchers and students interested in social justice across various fields of social policy and social welfare.

The Bloosoming of Children

Authors(s)

Dr. Elham Habibi, Dr. Firoozeh Sajedi, Dr. Nikta Hatamizadeh, Dr. Soheila Shahshahanipour, Dr. Hosein Malek Afzali

Year

2019

This collection is designed to enhance your knowledge and awareness of your child’s emotional and social development changes and trends from birth to 3 years old, based on current global knowledge. Be aware that the age of onset of changes in children varies across developmental domains and is generally stated as approximate and not definitive, and it may differ in various children. Therefore, if you notice any developmental delays in your child, especially when compared to a number of peers -not just one or two-, it is essential to consult a pediatric specialist. This collection, after introducing foundational knowledge and play that forms the basis of a child’s development, is organized into two sections: 1- Key Points and 2- Good Mom and Dad, Do These Things for Me. It is designed to be used following the guidelines for maximum benefit. By doing so, at the end of this support period, while reviewing interventions, you will also have assessed your own performance.

Health Care Systems for Older Adalts

Authors(s)

Dr. Farahnaz Mohammadi Shahboulaghi

Year

2019

Aging is a stage of life’s continuity that, due to natural biological and psychological changes, presents individuals with a unique set of health needs. Meeting these needs depends on the expertise and diverse structures of health service providers. By nature, the health needs of the elderly can be addressed through various structures. These structures can be categorized across different levels of society, from families to institutions such as hospitals and long-term care centers. Each of these structures is governed by specific standards based on the types of services they offer. This book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of this topic and offer a suitable perspective for readers, particularly students and planners in the field of elderly health.

Guides for Family Caregivers of People with Chronic Psychiatric Disorders

Authors(s)

Dr. Batool Mandani, Dr. Seyed Ali Hosseini, Dr. Ashraf Karbalaie Noori, Dr. Mohammad Reza Khodaie Ardakani, Dr. Mohammad Ali Hosseini

Year

2019

In the present book, you can study the following important topics: General principles of chronic psychiatric disorders and their etiology How to access treatment and support services and how to follow up on the patient’s treatment process Familiarity with problem-solving techniques and how families adapt to patient issues Understanding the ways to deal with illness issues and family adaptation to psychiatric disorders and the stigma associated with them Acquiring skills such as anger management, stress management, time management, and positive thinking

Indication of Upper Exterimity Splints in Peripheral Nerve Injuries

Authors(s)

Fatemeh Ghasemi Fard, Dr. Maryam Farzad, Dr. Hooshang Mirzaei

Year

2019

The purpose of this book is to enhance the clinical reasoning of specialists, occupational therapists, and hand therapists. It covers various peripheral nerve injuries and appropriate splints for each injury, their applications, and how to make and use them. also, alternative examples in designing splints for different upper limb injuries in children and adults are provided. This collection is suitable for occupational therapists and hand therapists.

Orientation and Mobility Curriculum for Students with Visual Impairment (Theory and Practice)

Authors(s)

Dr. Ashraf Karimi

Year

2019

Orientation and mobility skills are among the most essential trainings for individuals with visual impairment. Blind and low-vision students, by learning these skills, can move independently, safely, and effectively in various environments. In Iran, orientation and mobility education was added to the curriculum of blind students in 1997, but no formal curriculum had been developed until now. Drawing on her professional expertise in teaching visually impaired students in Iran, her theoretical studies, and observations at Perkins School for the Blind in the United States, Dr. Ashraf Karimi has prepared this curriculum. Based on the latest global approaches, the book offers both theoretical foundations and a practical curriculum, including teaching methods and evaluation strategies, designed for elementary school students with visual impairment.

Basics of Teamwork in Health Care

Authors(s)

Dr. Farahnaz Mohammadi, Abdolkarim Jorbonian

Year

2018

Today, one of the cost-effective methods for preserving and enhancing community health is the collaboration and coordination between various health care teams. Given that performing teamwork requires the necessary skills and familiarity with basic concepts in this field. Therefore, this book elucidates the theoretical foundations of teamwork, describes different types of teams, explains how teams are formed, and discusses factors affecting teamwork, aiming to assist health managers and team members in enhancing team-based services.

Translation of Cochlear Implants for Young Deaf Children

Authors(s)

Dr. Guita Movallali, Hamideh-Sadat Khademi, Zahra Tayebi-Ramin

Year

2018

Simple Exercise Guideline for Improvement of Vertigo

Authors(s)

Dr. Yones Lotfi, Farzaneh Zamiri, Mitra Rezapour

Year

2018

The vestibular system of the ear is 500 million years old and has therefore been associated with the evolution of brain development and has many functions in the brain, especially in humans. In addition to maintaining balance, position, and stabilizing images of objects on the retina of the eye, it contributes to clear vision of the surrounding world in multiple cognitive processes, such as spatial vision, spatial memory, learning, and the proper functioning of the autonomic nervous system, as well as the secretion of various body hormones. Therefore, in vestibular disorders, after the acute symptoms of the disease improve, the individual should undergo vestibular rehabilitation to compensate for the damage caused, minimizing the resulting harm as much as possible.

Principles of Splinting in Patients with Arthritis

Authors(s)

Dr. Maryam Farzad, Erfan Shafiee, Dr. Houshang Mirzaei, Dr. Seyed Ali Hosseini, Dr. Fereydoun Layeghi

Year

2018

Arthritis or inflammatory joint disease is a term generally used to describe many types of joint damage, with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis being the most common. The progressive and destructive nature of the disease leads to deformities and malalignments in the joints of the patients’ hands, which can result in functional limitations in their daily activities. Proper diagnosis and management of this condition significantly reduces the functional limitations and common deformities associated with the injury.

Mothers’ Health of Children with Cerebral Palsy

Authors(s)

Leila Dehghan, Seyed Ali Hosseini, Mehdi Rassafiani, Hamid Dalvand

Year

2017

Cerebral palsy is one of the most common motor disorders in children and often leads to significant movement limitations, resulting in a high level of dependence on mothers or caregivers for daily activities. This book emphasizes the importance of mothers’ physical, psychological, social, and spiritual well being alongside the care they provide for their children. Organized into three chapters, the book first highlights the necessity of maintaining mothers’ health, then explores the caregiving stresses experienced by mothers of children with cerebral palsy, and finally presents practical strategies for coping with these stresses. It aims to empower mothers and caregivers to practice self care and improve their quality of life while caring for their children.

A Message for Teachers and Speech and Language Pathologists About Stuttering

Authors(s)

Zahra Ilkhani, Bijan Shafiei, Morteza Farazi

Year

2017

This book provides essential information about stuttering, one of the most common speech and language disorders, written specifically for school teachers—especially elementary teachers—and speech and language pathologists. It explains how teachers should communicate with children who stutter and how they can collaborate effectively with speech and language specialists. Because the school environment, including teachers, staff, and peers, plays a significant role in the child’s communication experiences, understanding how to support children who stutter is crucial. The book addresses common questions teachers have about stuttering, offers practical guidance for classroom interactions, and highlights the importance of coordinated intervention among teachers, parents, and speech-language pathologists.

The Biology of Cancer

Authors(s)

Robert A. Weinberg Translators : Babak Rahmani,Sahar Moghbeli-Nejad, Leila Norouzi

Year

2017

This book provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cancer. Drawing from authoritative scientific sources, it explains key concepts including oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, the multistep process of tumorigenesis, metastasis, cancer related signaling pathways, cell cycle alterations, apoptosis, and other fundamental aspects of cancer biology. The text is written in a clear and structured manner to support graduate level students and researchers in understanding the complex biological processes that drive cancer development and progression. It serves as an essential reference for learners in biomedical sciences, offering both foundational knowledge and insights into modern cancer research.