Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)
ISBN-10:
1455750425
ISBN-13:
9781455750429
Author(s): Kessler MHS PT, Mary; Martin PT PhD, Suzanne Tink
Edition: 3
Description:
- Helpful learning aids - such as objectives, tables, illustrated intervention boxes, and review questions - reinforce important facts and concepts.
- Review questions at the end of each chapter allow readers to test their understanding of the material.
- 700 illustrations clearly depict procedures discussed in the text and clarify descriptions of anatomy, physiology, evaluation, pathology, and treatment.
- Background information is provided for interventions that can be used in the rehabilitation of adults and children, promoting a complete understanding of techniques.
- Careful documentation uses current outcomes-based research.
- Case histories include subjective and objective observation, assessment, planning, and critical decision-making components.
- Current language of the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition is used throughout, aligning all information with best practices put forth by the APTA.
- A new chapter on proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) describes how these techniques can be used to improve performance of functional tasks by increasing strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
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