Introduction to Physical Therapy

Pagliarulo, Michael A. PT, EdD

Book Information
Edition:	4th
Publisher:	Mosby
ISBN:	0-323-07395-6 (0323073956)
ISBN-13:	978-0-323-07395-0 (9780323073950)
New Edition:	0-323-32835-0
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2012
Publish Date:	05/11
Weight:	1.30 Lbs.
Pages:	388
Carton Quantity:	22
Subject Class:	HRP (Health Related Professions)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Brandon Hill:	This is a Brandon Hill Title
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
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Class Specifications
ISSN Series:	Introduction to Physical Therapy (Pagliarulo)
Discipline:	+ Allied Health
Subject Definition:	Physical Therapy
NLM Class:	WB 460
LC Class:	RM700
Abstract:	Providing an overview of the profession and practice of physical therapy, this text presents an excellent introduction to any program of study in physical therapy. Part I, Profession, reviews roles of the physical therapist and practice settings, the APTA, laws, regulations, policies, and current issues. A whole chapter focuses on the physical therapist assistant defining the roles of this large and growing group of health professionals. Part II, Practice, reviews function, disorders, and therapies in major organ systems of the body (musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary) in an applied context targeted for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Includes information specific to pediatric and older adult patients as well.

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