Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant

by Gary A. Shankman, Robert C. Manske PT DPT SCS MEd ATC CSCS, Gary A. Shankman PTA

Book Overview

This is the first book on orthopedic management specifically for physical therapist assistants. It focuses on fundamental scientific principles, as well a clinical applications. The consistent chapter format that includes descriptions of fractures and pathologies, and signs and symptoms for modification of exercise. Excellent chapters on injury repair, tissue healing, healing restraints relative to therapeutic intervention, and the foundations of...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815175418
• ISBN13: 9780815175414
• Release Date: August 1996
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.5" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 18 years and under
• Grade Range: Postsecondary