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Master the essentials of anatomy and body movement to succeed as a physical therapist assistant!
Essentials of Kinesiology for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 4th Edition provides you with a solid background in the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, with clear explanations of normal movement setting the stage for discussions of abnormal movement patterns and treatment techniques.
To clarify kinesiology concepts, full-color illustrations show bones, joints, supporting ligaments, and muscles.
Written by experienced physical therapy practitioners Paul Jackson Mansfield and Donald A.
Neumann, this concise guide prepares PTAs for success in both the classroom and the clinical setting.
And it includes a fully searchable eBook version with each print purchase!
Illustrations from Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System depict body anatomy and movement
Atlas-style muscle presentations pair the illustration of a specific muscle or group with the relevant attachments, innervations, and actions
Goniometry boxes in joint-specific chapters show how the goniometer may be used to measure joint angle or range of motion
Revised content and updated references provide the current information you need to be an effective clinician
Discussion of Common Patterns of Joint Restriction is included in each chapter
eBook version is included with print purchase.
The eBook includes video clips, animations, flashcards, and labeling exercises, and allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Video clips help you interpret new concepts with visual demonstration
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