This book manages to delicately balance specific information and broad introductions to the different dimensions of rehabilitative practice in the most approachable, useful, and meaningful way. It was a required textbook for me, and thank goodness--I've largely sworn off purchasing bulky textbooks if not strictly necessary, because generally speaking they are opaque and overwhelming. Not this one. If you are associated in any way with someone's rehabilitative or palliative care, this book is a fantastic resource.