Books in Physical therapy

Clinical Case Studies in Physiotherapy

1st Edition
October 9, 2008
Lauren Jean Guthrie
English

Starting a placement or rotation in an unfamiliar clinical area is exciting but can be daunting. CLINICAL CASE STUDIES IN PHYSIOTHERAPY provides invaluable advice and practical guidance on cases and problems encountered on a daily basis allowing you to work with ease and confidence. By adopting a problem solving approach to the cases through the use of questions and answers, the authors will help you to think constructively about each case within all the key specialities of physiotherapy.

Pathology and Intervention in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

1st Edition
September 18, 2008
David J. Magee + 2 more
English

Detailed and evidence-based, this text focuses on musculoskeletal pathology and injury with descriptions of current and practical rehabilitation methods. PATHOLOGY AND INTERVENTION IN MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION provides everything you need to create and implement rehabilitation programs for your patients with musculoskeletal disorders due to injury, illness, or surgery. Each intervention includes a rationale, pathology and related problems, stages of healing, evidence in literature, and clinical reasoning considerations. This is the third volume of the new four-volume musculoskeletal rehabilitation series anchored by "Magee’s Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 5th Edition."

Pediatrics for the Physical Therapist Assistant

1st Edition
September 3, 2008
Roberta O'Shea
English

No other textbook gives physical therapy assistants complete, focused insight into their role in treating and managing common pediatric conditions. You'll find coverage of topics ranging from neurological rehabilitation to sports injuries and congenital disorders, as well as in-depth discussions of atypical development and pathologies. Each chapter follows a consistent, well-organized approach that defines each disorder, describes the appropriate physical therapy assessment and intervention, and rounds out the discussion with relevant case study examples based on established practice patterns.

Ostéopathie crânienne

1st Edition
November 6, 2008
Alain Berton + 1 more
French

Cet ouvrage destiné aux étudiants en école d’ostéopathie comme aux professionnels est articulé en trois volets : - la première partie établit les principes fondamentaux du raisonnement ostéopathique et définit le système crâne sur les plans mécanique, neurologique et vasculaire ; - la deuxième partie passe en revue les différentes pathologies du crâne, mais aussi de la sphère oro-faciale dans une optique de diagnostic ostéopathique ; - la troisième partie expose enfin les tests et techniques de manipulation utilisés en ostéopathie crânienne en déroulant à chaque fois les contacts et le positionnement, la mécanique et la gestuelle mises en œuvre. L’ensemble est illustré de croquis didactiques rappelant les fondements anatomiques et physiologiques du système crâne puis de photographies couleurs présentées en regard du texte.

The Anatomy Colouring and Workbook

2nd Edition
April 9, 2008
Stuart Porter
English

The 2nd edition of The Anatomy Colouring and Workbook retains many of the features that has made it so popular: memory aids and tips on how to pass exams, questions and answers, cartoons, mnemonics, study aids and self-directed learning activities. With added colouring pictures helping students to visualise internal anatomy, this is the perfect revision aid for students of physiotherapy and other health professions.

Anatomy and Human Movement Pocketbook

1st Edition
March 5, 2008
Nigel Palastanga + 2 more
English

At last a concise pocketbook covering all the essential anatomy you need to prepare for your exams and clinical placements. All the areas of the body are covered by region and include bones, muscles, joints as well as movement, palpation, origin, insersion, and nerve supply. Common injuries, radiographs, MRI scans, CAT scans showing normal vs abnormal graphs are also included. Sections are covered in bite size chunks with easy navigation should you need to look up something in a hurry - an essential book to have in your pocket.

Promoting Legal and Ethical Awareness

1st Edition
February 8, 2008
Ronald W. Scott
English

Combining the best of author Ron Scott’s books, Promoting Legal Awareness in Physical and Occupational Therapy and Professional Ethics: A Guide for Rehabilitation Professionals, his newest text Promoting Legal and Ethical Awareness: A Primer for Health Professionals and Patients includes the latest case, regulatory, and statutory law. This valuable ethical and legal resource also includes an alphabetized section on HIPAA, current information on the reauthorized IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act), and expanded coverage of alternative dispute resolution and attorney-health professional-client relations.

Spinal Cord Injuries

1st Edition
January 28, 2008
Sue Ann Sisto + 2 more
English

From a hospital admittance to discharge to outpatient rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injuries addresses the wide spectrum of rehabilitation interventions and administrative and clinical issues specific to patients with spinal cord injuries. Comprehensive coverage includes costs, life expectancies, acute care, respiratory care, documentation, goal setting, clinical treatment, complications, and activities of daily living associated with spinal cord patients. In addition to physical therapy interventions and family education components, this resource includes content on incidence, etiology, diagnosis, and clinical features of spinal cord injury.

Cognitive Behavioural Interventions in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy

1st Edition
January 10, 2008
Marie Donaghy + 2 more
English

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It presents the application of the model of cognitive behavioural intervention in the practice of physiotherapy and occupational therapy addressing a range of clinical problems with contributions from professionals who are specialists in their field. The book explains the psychological model and provides a rationale for applying CBT as a tool to strengthen physiotherapy and occupational therapy interventions. Case studies are integral to this book, highlighting the application of CBT, outlining the strategies, and illustrating the outcomes and boundaries of treatment.

Cognitive Behavioural Interventions in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy

1st Edition
January 10, 2008
Marie Donaghy + 2 more
English

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Books in Physical therapy

Clinical Case Studies in Physiotherapy

Pathology and Intervention in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

Pediatrics for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Ostéopathie crânienne

The Anatomy Colouring and Workbook

Anatomy and Human Movement Pocketbook

Promoting Legal and Ethical Awareness

Spinal Cord Injuries

Cognitive Behavioural Interventions in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Interventions in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy