Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation

1 Introduction
2 Head and neck cancer
3 Radiation therapy in head and neck cancer
4 Treatment modalities, surgical principles, and rehabilitation considerations in head and neck cancer
5 Head and neck cancer rehabilitation across the continuum of care
6 Muscle wasting and frailty in head and neck cancer
7 Oral complications from head and neck cancer therapy
8 Physical therapy for head and neck cancer patients
9 Shoulder dysfunction in head and neck cancer
10 Head and neck cancer associated lymphedema
11 Swallowing and communication disorders in head and neck cancer
12 Rehabilitation of communication disorders related to head and neck cancer
13 Nutritional considerations in head and neck cancer
14 Peripheral nervous system dysfunction in head and neck cancer
15 Palliative care: Improving quality of life in head and neck cancer patients
16 Survivorship in head and neck cancer
17 Psychosocial considerations in head and neck cancer
18 The role of acupuncture in head and neck cancer
Index

Edited by cancer rehabilitation specialist Dr. Adrian Cristian, Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation provides clinicians with a concise and accessible resource covering the holistic rehabilitation of head and neck cancer patients. This book begins with the epidemiology, genetics and pathophysiology of cancer in this region and moves into clinical assessment and treatment options before providing comprehensive coverage of rehabilitation. Featuring practical information, best practices, and the latest advances and research, this book provides a valuable reference for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and residents, as well as occupational therapists, physical therapists, and ENT specialists.