Fundamental Orthopedic Management: For the Physical Therapist Assistant

Fundamental Orthopedic Management: For the Physical Therapist Assistant

Gary Shankman Mosby 2nd Edition ISBN: 978-0-323-02002-2
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While other texts emphasize only technical application of the basic principles of orthopedic science, this text demands critical thinking and enhanced awareness of principles and application of the foundations of orthopedic science. Tailored to the needs of the PTA, each chapter builds on previous information and is complete with challenging review questions. The 2nd edition also includes a stronger emphasis on the fundamentals on exercise science with focus on tissue healing, orthopedic injury, and how to bridge the gap between basic science and physical healing. It also includes six new chapters and the addition of seven appendices.

Table of Contents

  • Front Matter
  • BASIC CONCEPTS OF ORTHOPEDIC MANAGEMENT
  • Chapter 1 Patient Supervision and Observation During Treatment
  • Chapter 2 The Role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in Physical Assessment
  • Chapter 3 Physical Agents Used in the Treatment of Common Musculoskeletal Conditions
  • Chapter 4 Flexibility
  • Chapter 5 Strength
  • Chapter 6 Endurance
  • Chapter 7 Balance and Coordination
  • REVIEW OF TISSUE HEALING
  • Chapter 8 Composition and Function of Connective Tissue
  • Chapter 9 Ligament Healing
  • Chapter 10 Bone Healing
  • Chapter 11 Cartilage Healing
  • Chapter 12 Muscle and Tendon Healing
  • Chapter 13 Neurovascular Healing and Thromboembolic Disease
  • COMMON MEDICATIONS IN ORTHOPEDICS
  • Chapter 14 Concepts of Orthopedic Pharmacology
  • GAIT AND JOINT MOBILIZATION
  • Chapter 15 Fundamentals of Gait
  • Chapter 16 Concepts of Joint Mobilization
  • BIOMECHANICAL BASIS FOR MOVEMENT
  • Chapter 17 Biomechanical Basis for Movement
  • MANAGEMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC CONDITIONS
  • Chapter 18 Orthopedic Management of Ankle, Foot, and Toes*
  • Chapter 19 Orthopedic Management of Knee*
  • Chapter 20 Orthopedic Management of the Hip and Pelvis*
  • Chapter 21 Orthopedic Management of the Lumbar, Thoracic, and Cervical Spine*
  • Chapter 22 Orthopedic Management of the Shoulder*
  • Chapter 23 Orthopedic Management of the Elbow*
  • Chapter 24 Orthopedic Management of the Wrist and Hand*
  • Answers to Review Questions
  • Appendix A Commonly Used Medications in Musculoskeletal Medicine
  • Appendix B Reference Ranges for Commonly Used Tests
  • Appendix C Laboratory Values as Clues
  • Appendix D Units of Measurement and Terminology for the Description of Exercise and Sport Performance (Publications Advisory Subcommittee, IOC Medical Commission)*
  • Appendix E Fracture Eponyms
  • Appendix F Major Movements of the Body and the Muscles Acting on the Joints Causing the Movement
  • Glossary

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