Physiotherapy Books

A comprehensive approach to complex challenges Here's the foundational knowledge, skills, and understanding physical therapists need to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for persons living with spinal cord injuries. From coverage of pathology...

Select the most appropriate evaluation procedures Develop patient goals Implement your plan of care This book is every Physical Therapy Student's Bible. Use this book as a guide for every PT class from Integumentary to Pediatrics to Neuroanatomy!"-Online...

What are the rules, regulations, and responsibilities of the PTA? What relationship, relevance, and role modeling are required in the PT-PTA relationship? Be prepared for your new role as a PTA. This is the perfect introduction to the history of the...

Maximize patient care skills Rely on this state-of-the-art, multimedia resource to help you navigate confidently in both common and complex clinical situations. Mastering patient care skills will ground you in fundamental rehabilitation principles; help...

Achieve the best functional outcomes for your patients. Here is a practical, step-by-step guide to understanding the treatment process and selecting the most appropriate interventions for your patients. Superbly illustrated, in-depth coverage shows you...

Master the art and science of taping, wrapping, bracing, and padding techniques for the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of common injuries and conditions. Step by step, the author details multiple methods for each injury/condition-not just the...

A Davis's Notes Title Perfect wherever you are...in class, in clinic, and in practice! Great study tool. "One of my favorite study tools for school! I flip through this in my down time or on breaks to review and it helps so much."-Brittany C., Online...

The bestselling, comprehensive introduction to the anatomy of the muscular system-with over 500 drawings, detailed profiles for each muscle, and additional material. This revised fourth edition of The Concise Book of Muscles is a comprehensive guide to...

An essential resource for bodywork practitioners, physical therapists, and sports medicine practitioners. A vital guide to understanding the anatomy, form, and mechanics of the human foot. Understanding the Human Foot is a full-color, up-to-date overview...

Whether for sports competition, work, or maintenance of posture, everyone needs muscles that are not only strong but also supple and in balance. Regular manipulation of the soft tissues has an essential role to play, and soft tissue release (STR) will...

An essential reference for both learning and refining manual therapy techniques for the spine. A must-have guide for manual therapists, Spinal Manipulations and Mobilization Techniques is a comprehensive resource packed with step-by-step instructions,...

An easy-to-use guide for the assessment of musculoskeletal problems in upper limbs. With over 300 illustrations, there is no resource quite like The Pocket Atlas of Special Tests for the Upper Limb. This clear and easy-to-use guide will help you...

The Anatomy and Physiology of Sports Massage helps clinicians understand manual therapy techniques, ensuring treatment plans are aligned with desired client outcomes. It combines anatomy and physiology concepts to explain the what and why behind manual...

Discover the healing power of Pilates. Pilates has been proven to improve core strength, promote efficient movement, and help to manage pain. Bring these benefits and more to your patients with Pilates for Rehabilitation, Second Edition. With Pilates for...

Examination of Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fifth Edition With HKPropel Access, guides athletic trainers and health care professionals through the examination and diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries, both on and off the field. Integrating updates from the...

ABLE Bodies training is an activity-based program designed to improve balance, mobility, and brain health for both fit and frail older adults. ABLE is an acronym for Adventures in Better Living through Exercise, and the ABLE Bodies training program is...

Myofascial Release, Second Edition With HKPropel Online Video, offers a dynamic approach to fascial and soft tissue work suitable for all students embarking on a career in hands-on therapy as well as for experienced therapists looking to add skills to...

Ensure children with disabilities and special healthcare needs achieve their full potential. Noted authorities Susan Effgen, Allyssa LaForme Fiss and a team of scholars and clinical experts explore the role of the physical therapist in meeting the needs...

The sixth edition of Joint Structure & Function and Kinesiology in Action work together to create an interactive learning experience that teaches students the knowledge and skills to effectively evaluate and treat human movement disorders. The text...

The neuro rehab text that mirrors how you learn and how you practice! Take an evidence-based approach to the neurorehabilitation of adult and pediatric patients across the lifespan that reflects the APTA's patient management model and the WHO's...

With other texts written at either too high or too low a level, this book meets the needs of PTA students for usable, understandable pathology related to clinical application. Extensively illustrated, this book allows students to more easily comprehend...

Take an eclectic, evidence-based approach to orthopaedic manual therapy. From theory through practical application of soft tissue and joint mobilization techniques-this comprehensive resource delivers the depth and breadth of coverage you need to...

Explore complex PNF techniques with video demonstrations. For more than 30 years, Facilitated Stretching has been the most-trusted resource for proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching, an effective and easy-to-use method that involves...

A patient-focused text on interventions for musculoskeletal conditions. With a modern approach that reaches beyond application of isolated modalities to manage injuries, Therapeutic Interventions for Musculoskeletal Conditions With HKPropel Online Video...

The key resource for students studying to become athletic trainers. Evidence-based practice (EBP) means that all clinical decisions are based on available research studies, and these studies are selected and assessed according to specific criteria that...

An in-depth visual guide to manual muscle testing. Principles of Goniometry and Manual Muscle Testing With HKPropel Online Video combines manual muscle testing and joint range of motion measurement in a single resource to mimic how a clinician would...

Taking a profound inner approach to help the modern Cranial Osteopathic practitioner understand Cranial Osteopathy from a deeper and broader perspective, this second volume focuses on special sense organs, orofacial pains, headaches and cranial nerves...

Myofascial Induction (TM) - An anatomical approach to the treatment of fascial dysfunction describes the properties of the fascial network and provides therapeutic solutions for different types of fascial dysfunction. The material is presented in two...

In this unique and lavishly illustrated book and its accompanying videos the practitioner can for the first time see the effect of manual interventions on underlying body structures. Volume 2 addresses its applications to the thoracic and lumbar spine,...

Myofascial Induction (TM) - An anatomical approach to the treatment of fascial dysfunction describes the properties of the fascial network and provides therapeutic solutions for different types of fascial dysfunction. The material is presented in two...

Comprehensive and concise review of the essential facts needed to do a successful clinical rotation in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R). Writing to be quickly read and comprehended, the authors spell out the...