Functional Exercise Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapists

The book aims to provide a bedside resource for physiotherapists and exercise specialists dealing with a defined movement problem and planning and applying functional therapeutic exercises that can be diversified for the patient. It focuses on improving physical performance and activities of daily life by adapting exercise prescriptions to the movements individuals make frequently. Physiotherapists should consider previous injuries or surgeries, general health, muscular strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, and activities the patient should do in daily life when designing a functional exercise prescription. The book consists of four parts: concepts of exercise and physical activity, exercise types, musculoskeletal anatomy, functional exercise-specific systems physiology, and a special topic on nutrition/nutritional supplements affecting recovery and supporting physical performance during exercise/sports.

Format: Hardback
Length: 572 pages
Publication date: 11 August 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book serves as a valuable bedside resource for physiotherapists and exercise specialists, empowering them to effectively address and manage a specific movement problem while designing and implementing functional therapeutic exercises tailored to the individual's needs. For physiotherapists, exercise holds immense power in the treatment of diseases and the promotion of overall health. Functional exercise approaches, in particular, strive to enhance physical performance and daily activities by adapting exercise prescriptions to the movements individuals engage in on a regular basis, whether in their daily lives or in sports.

However, it's important to note that our daily activities can vary greatly depending on our unique habits and lifestyles. As a result, functional exercise training must be meticulously designed to cater to the individual's specific requirements. When formulating a functional exercise prescription, physiotherapists must take into account a range of factors, including any previous injuries or surgeries that may limit physical activity, as well as general health, muscular strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, and the activities that the patient needs to perform in their daily life.

To ensure optimal outcomes, the functional exercise prescription should be tailored to consider both the fragility of the patient due to injury or surgery and their strengths, such as their sports or exercise history and healthy eating habits.

The book is organized into four distinct parts, each providing valuable insights into exercise and physical activity, exercise types, and prescriptions. The first part introduces the concepts of exercise and physical activity, laying the foundation for the subsequent chapters. The second part delves into musculoskeletal anatomy, specifically focusing on the aspects relevant to functional exercise. The third part explores functional exercise-specific systems physiology, providing detailed information on how these systems respond to exercise and illustrating the compliance of each system with exercise. Finally, the book concludes with a practical and informative part, offering guidance on the evaluation and treatment of individuals who are healthy as well as those who suffer from diseases that affect various systems.

By incorporating the principles and strategies outlined in this book, physiotherapists and exercise specialists can effectively address movement problems, improve physical function, and enhance the overall well-being of their patients.

Weight: 1489g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031271830
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023