Becoming a Physical Therapist: The Complete Guide (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781639878093)

Physical therapy is a healthcare profession concerned with the application of manual therapy, biomechanics or kinesiology, exercise therapy, electrotherapy, etc. to treat impairments and promote mobility and function.The purpose of physical therapy is to enhance a patient's quality of life through the effective diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and education of patients. Some specialization areas of physical therapy are cardiovascular and pulmonary physiotherapy, geriatric, integumentary, orthopedic and neurological physical therapy, among others. The outcomes of physical therapy typically include the management of pain, ability to perform activities of daily living, management of depression, etc. This book is a compilation of topics that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of physical therapy. Different approaches, evaluations and methodologies have been included in this book. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike.

Author: Frank Gregory
ISBN-10: 1639878092
ISBN-13: 9781639878093
Publisher: Murphy & Moore Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/26/2023
Pages: 207
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 10.88h x 8.00w x 0.50d