Physical Therapist Assistant: Books & eBooks

Critically appraising work from several approaches to produce an integrated, practical approach suitable for day-to-day clinicians and personal trainers, this essential guide looks at the science and practice of designing and teaching the best exercise programs for back rehabilitation.

Provides essential information on pediatric physical therapy practice, management of children with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions, and special practice settings. Following the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, this text describes how to examine and evaluate children, select evidence-based interventions, and measure outcomes to help children improve their body functions, activities, and participation.

Master the essentials of anatomy and body movement to succeed as a physical therapist assistant! Essentials of Kinesiology for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 4th Edition provides you with a solid background in the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, with clear explanations of normal movement setting the stage for discussions of abnormal movement patterns and treatment techniques.

Provides students with the tools required to interpret the physical therapy evaluation and replicate the measurements and tests.

Presents a broad overview of the field of orthopaedics for students studying to become a physical therapist assistant. Combines kinesiology, orthopedic management, and therapeutic exercise, relating anatomy and kinesiology to the examination and pathology of each joint.

Presents current research in the study of physical therapy applications. Topics discussed include: PPARs and their role in the molecular network and disease; assessment and interventions relating to abnormal gait in patients with chronic pain; and a multi-therapeutic approach in the treatment and management of a patient with a history of benign multiple sclerosis and one year post bilateral total hip arthroplasty.

Covers the fundamentals of kinesiology followed by the kinesiology of the shoulder complex, elbow units, hand, gait, neck and trunk, hip joint, and ankle joint.

Compiles research evidence and clinical perspectives on the benefits and pitfalls of exercise in rehabilitation and recovery from illness or injury. Focuses on the growing and important concept of increasing physical activity in people with long-term health conditions, maintaining active lifestyles for physical health and well-being, prevention of secondary illness and recovery from injury.