Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 4th Edition
Date of Publication: 05/2015
New Edition Coming Soon
New to this edition
- NEW Differential Diagnosis and Emergent Conditions chapter shows how similar symptoms can mask potentially dangerous pathologies and conditions, and may require re-evaluation by the supervising therapist.
- NEW Musculoskeletal Imaging chapter explains in basic terms the various types of musculoskeletal imaging used when examining musculoskeletal injuries.
- NEW Orthopedic Management Concepts Specific to Women chapter covers the issues, pathology, and progression of women’s health issues as they relate to physical rehabilitation.
- NEW! Full-color design and illustrations add clarity to anatomy and procedural drawings and make it easier to learn important concepts.
- NEW! Important Concepts highlight useful tips and tricks of patient practice.
- NEW student resources on the Evolve companion website include critical thinking applications, weblinks to related sites, and references with links to Medline® abstracts.
Author Information
By Robert C. Manske, PT, DPT, SCS, MEd, ATC, CSCS, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas
