Neurologic interventions for physical therapy Fourth Edition

Whether your goal is to be a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant, this book’s
comprehensive contentwill give you in-depth knowledge on the role of neurologic
rehabilitation in the treatment of adults and children with neuromuscular impairments and
explores concepts in neuroanatomy, motor control and motor learning, and motor
Edition provides a Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy, 4th development.
current framework for neurologic practice and focuses on the precise links between the
pathophysiology of neurologic conditions and possible interventions to improve movement
outcomes. The text also includes a new chapter on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helpful
learning aids in each chapter include objectives and summaries, open-ended review
questions, line drawings and photos, step-by-step illustrated intervention boxes, tables, and
charts.
 Comprehensive content on the role of neurologic rehabilitation focuses on
the treatment of adults and children with neuromuscular impairments and
explores concepts in neuroanatomy, motor control and motor learning, and
motor development.
 Open-ended review questions at the end of each chapter allow you to test
your knowledge of material covered in the chapter.
 Case studies include subjective and objective observation, assessment,
planning, and critical decision-making components, and provide context for
you regarding the patient examination and treatment process.
 The text uses the language of the APTA Guide to Physical Therapist
Practice to ensure you are complying with the APTA best practices.