Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive Q&A review that helps you build the knowledge and skills needed to pass orthopaedic and sports certification specialty exams. It covers basic physical therapy concepts, healing modalities, clinical specialties, and orthopedic procedures, and is a valuable reference for practitioners who wish to provide the latest in evidence-based care. The book includes annotated references, review questions, clinical tips, charts, tables, and algorithms, and is updated with contemporary practice standards and information. The eBook version includes all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 752 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2024
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets, 4th Edition is a comprehensive Q&A review designed to help you pass orthopaedic and sports certification specialty exams. It introduces basic physical therapy concepts and then covers different healing modalities, clinical specialties, and orthopedic procedures typically prescribed for common injuries. The book is authored by Jeffrey D. Placzek and David A. Boyce, and serves as a useful reference for practitioners who wish to provide the latest in evidence-based care.

The book covers a wide scope of orthopedic coverage, including specialties ranging from anterior knee pain to X-ray imaging. It features topics such as therapeutic dry needling, functional movement screening and assessment, and evidence-based content based on the latest orthopedic research. Review questions are consistent with the level of difficulty encountered on the orthopedic or sports specialty examinations, and clinical tips provide guidance for a variety of physical therapy tasks and situations. Charts, tables, and algorithms summarize information in logical, quick-reference frameworks.

The book has been updated to reflect contemporary practice standards and provide the current information you need to pass the Orthopaedic Certified Specialist (OCS) examination. The eBook version is included with print purchase, allowing you to access all of the text, figures, and reference.

Whether you are a physical therapist, athletic trainer, or healthcare professional, Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets, 4th Edition is an essential resource for your study and review. With its comprehensive coverage, evidence-based content, and clinical tips, it will help you achieve your goals and pass the Orthopaedic Certified Specialist (OCS) examination with confidence.

Weight: 790g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323846578
Edition number: 4 ed