Introduction to Physical Therapy
- ISBN-10
- 0323328350
- ISBN-13
- 9780323328357
- Category
- Medical
- Pages
- 410
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-01-01
- Publisher
- Elsevier Health Sciences
- Authors
- Edd, PT, Michael A. Pagliarulo
Description
"This comprehensive text offers an insightful and thorough overview of both the profession and the practice of physical therapy, including the latest topics and trends surrounding the industry. the first section walks readers through the key aspects of a career in physical therapy, including: roles of the physical therapist and physical therapist assistant, practice settings, APTA, and laws, policies, and regulations. The second section then goes on to cover the practice of physical therapy: detailing the functions, disorders, and therapies of the major organ systems. -- Features include: *NEW full-color design; *Updated contents; *New photos and illustrations; *Learning aides such as chapter outlines, learning objectives, questions to ask, suggested readings, and review questions."--Publisher's description.
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