Physical Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant
ISBN: 9781437708066 | 1437708064
Edition: 1stFormat: Paperback
Publisher: SAUNDERS W B CO
Pub. Date: 9/1/2010
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Prepare for practice with the book tailored specifically for physical therapist assistants! Physical Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant provides a clear, easy-to-read, evidence-based guide to the PTA's role in patient management, covering the core concepts related to physical rehabilitation and emphasizing the PTA's role in intervention. A treatment-oriented focus addresses each of the four categories of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Preferred Practice Patterns: musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary... MORE
| Introduction | |
| Evidence-based Practice | |
| Musculoskeletal System | |
| Skeletal Demineralization | |
| Posture | |
| Muscle Weakness | |
| Connective Tissue Dysfunction | |
| Localized Inflammation | |
| Spinal Disorders | |
| Fractures | |
| Joint Arthroplasty | |
| Soft Tissue Surgery | |
| Amputation and Prostheses | |
| Neuromuscular System | |
| Balance and Fall Risk | |
| Impaired Neuromotor Development | |
| Pediatric Nonprogressive Central Nervous System Disorders | |
| Adult Nonprogressive Central Nervous System Disorders | |
| Progressive Central Nervous System Disorders | |
| Peripheral Nerve Injuries | |
| Polyneuropathies | |
| Nonprogressive Spinal Cord Disorders | |
| Disorders of Consciousness: Coma, Vegetative State and Minimally Conscious State | |
| Cardiopulmonary System | |
| Vital Signs | |
| Deconditioning | |
| Airway Clearance Dysfunction | |
| Congestive Heart Failure | |
| Respiratory Failure | |
| Lymphatic System Disorders | |
| Integumentary System | |
| Tissue Healing and Pressure Ulcers | |
| Vascular Ulcers | |
| Neuropathic Ulcers | |
| Burns | |
| Interventions Common to Many Conditions Requiring Rehabilitation | |
| Gait Assessment and Training | |
| Assistive Devices for Mobility: Canes, Crutches, Walkers, and Wheelchairs | |
| Orthotics | |
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