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A hands-on, how-to approach helps you learn techniques and clinical problem-solving skills for treating spine and TMJ disorders! Written by a well-known authority on the subject of spinal manipulation in physical therapy, this book provides the information you need to make sound decisions during clinical interventions. An evidence-based impairment classification approach helps you provide the best outcomes for your patients. A companion DVD includes video clips demonstrating spinal examination and manipulation procedures. Specifically for physical therapists dedicated to spinal manipulation!

• Complete coverage meets the core curriculum needs of physical therapy students, and provides an excellent self-study tool for clinicians wanting to enhance their practice.
• Detailed information on treatment strategies and techniques includes evidence-based coverage of the examination and treatment of spine and TMJ disorders, with an emphasis on integration of manipulation and therapeutic exercise.
• A framework for completing a comprehensive exam includes medical screening, patient interview, disability assessment, and tests and measures, along with an evaluation of the examination findings and the principles involved in arriving at a diagnosis and plan of care.
• Narrated video clips on a companion DVD include step-by-step instructions of each procedure, plus a unique 3-dimensional perspective of over 80 spinal manipulations and procedures (frontal, lateral, and cranial views).
• A DVD icon in the book links the text discussion to the DVD.
• Case studies demonstrate the clinical reasoning used in manual physical therapy.
• Guide to Physical Therapist Practice terminology is used throughout the book, making the content easier to understand and promoting conformity in terminology.
• Clear photographs show essential concepts and procedures from multiple angles, illustrating hand and body placement and direction of force.
• A clear, consistent format makes this a convenient reference in the clinical setting.
• Lay-flat binding allows the text to lay open for ease of use.

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As the role of the physical therapist widens to include more primary care and diagnostic responsibilities, there is a greater need for a single, up-to-date resource that explores professional roles and developments in this changing field. This new book is the definitive reference on this important topic.

This concise book provides information on every vital area important to professionalism: documentation, law and ethics, and leadership - all in the context of the five roles of the physical therapist as defined by the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition. Readers will find information on the history of professionalism in physical therapy, the five roles of the physical therapist (Patient/Client Manager, Consultant, Critical Inquirer, Educator, and Administrator), the role of the physical therapist in today's health care system, and professional leadership and development. Case studies, "how to lists" and "tips from the field" encourage critical thinking and provide strategies for various issues. The book also offers tips on preparing a portfolio, determining leadership style, and preparing a professional development plan based on the APTA's five roles.

• Develops and defines principles and concepts of professionalism to guide physical therapists in times of change
• Follows the APTA's Guide and includes quotes and information from this document throughout
• Offers a comprehensive history of physical therapy, with unique information on origins of the profession
• Offers comprehensive coverage of legal and ethical issues, showing how these issues affect the entire practice of physical therapy
• Discusses billing and reimbursement practices, with specific information on how to document and bill as an aspect of practice
• Defines and explains the role of the consultant, both as an autonomous health care provider or as a member of a health care team
• Features real-life case studies and discussion questions at the end of each chapter to encourage practical application of concepts and test readers' knowledge
• Provides end-of-chapter "tips" to help readers develop best practices

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Pleased
The book was shipped quickly and received on time. It was well described. I am pleased my purchase and would buy from this seller again. ... Read more

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Love it!
Brand new condition!Love this book--easy reading, great photos, charts, etc!I wish I had this book in PT school!

Pediatric Physical Therapy
An excellent reference book for physical therapists beginning to practice in the area of pediatrics.Good comprehensive general information on avariety of pediatric disabilities and disorders, as well as availableorthotics.Good reviews of current assessment tests used, includinginformation on interpretation, reliability and validity.Not recommendedfor the physical therapist who already has expertise in the pediatricfield, content appears to be geared for those just entering the specialtyfield. ... Read more

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San Jose State Univ., CA. Textbook, for undergraduate and entry-level master's degree students and practitioners. Discusses practice, process, treatment planning, occupational performance, evaluation, and intervention. Previous edition: c1996. Halftone illustrations, case studies, key terms, and learning objectives are included. ... Read more

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This is a wonderful book
This book has been very informative. It has an abundance of information. As a new grad I refer to this book often and I have found it very helpful.

A "must" for OT students!
As a current OT student, this book is wonderful!The pictures and the understandable language is great!!This book helps with the understanding of the OT profession.I only hope that you get out of it what I have!!

The ultimate handbook for occupatonal therapists!
As an OT you are often in doubt of what to do for your cliet. This book helps you to gather your knowledge and focus it on the actual problem. Almost everything is there. A great book to get ideeas! But don't take it for a bible. Remember - You have to add yor own exprinces and, perhaps,a'lot of other sources to solve the problem. Never forget you and your knowledge is the most valuable resource for your client. ... Read more

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Comprehensive textbook for the documentation course required in all Physical Therapy programs. Covers every aspect of documentation including reimbursement and billing, coding, legal issues, PT and PTA communication, as well as utilization review and quality assurance. Includes a bonus pocket book with sample documentation forms and checklists. ... Read more

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Here is the physical therapy management book you have been looking for. Written in an engaging experiential style, this three-part text will prepare you to effectively manage your responsibilities as a therapist and to take your first steps as a manager. You ll begin with a brief, yet broad foundation of basic management theories and an overview of the U.S. health care system. Section 2 addresses the major responsibilities of all physical therapist managers in all settings of practice. Section 3 devotes a chapter to each of the practice setting and addresses the unique managerial challenges found in each. ... Read more

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The diversity and the magnitude of information in regard to treatments and re-assessments is extremely challenging even for the most experienced physical therapist assistant.This concise clinical handbook will help guide physical therapist assistants and physical therapist assistant students in applying appropriate treatments and re-assessments in a safe manner in various physical therapy clinical settings. This clinical pocket size guide will serve as a convenient reference on safe and appropriate treatments and re-assessments applied by the physical therapist assistants and physical therapist assistant students in musculoskeletal, neurologic, geriatric, pediatric, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary physical therapy settings. ... Read more

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Georgetown Univ., Washington, DC. Pocket-sized quick reference for physical therapy students and practitioners. Addresses growth and development, pediatric conditions, measurement, intervention, assistive technology, and administration. Insurance coding information is provided and includes structured guidelines. Previous edition: c1995. Softcover. DNLM: Physical Therapy--Child-Hb ... Read more

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Perfect companion for the pediatric PT
Although another edition is in the works, this is a great companion for the pediatric PT.It's chock full of information and you can easily throw it in your bag.I'm sure when the next version is coming out, because I'm sorry to say the present version has several minor edit errors and discusses old assessment tools, but if you can wait, wait for the next version.

It has information on a variety of information that the novice and ever-learning PT will need access to.

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Great for quick reference to evaluation of the pediatric patient.Puts information in table/list format. ... Read more

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Chapman Univ., Orange, CA. Text integrates the practical interests of physical therapists with philosophical ethics. Provides numerous cases with ethical dilemmas and discusses relevant laws. Includes such topics as professionalism, good judgment and moral reasoning, caring for patients, conflicts of interest, and respect for diversity. For students and practitioners. Softcover. ... Read more

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Boring Ethics
I needed this book for school, so I had no choice.I would not have read it in my own free will.It's very dryly, if that's a word, written.I know there are some better ethics books out there.

In great shape for the price
I bought this book used and it was in perfect condition. I was happy since I didn't have to pay much for it.

Physical Therapy Ethics- Donald L. Gabard
I have not received the book yet. I am still waiting for it to be delivered.
Please do the needful. ... Read more

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Mandatory for ALL clinically oriented manual therapist!
As an educator and former instructor of an advanced clinical (medical/orthopedic) massage program, I'm constantly asked by massage therapists for an all-in-one reference to help them comprehend my approach/philosophy to outcome-based bodywork. Although I've pulled and integrated information from several resources; from Travell to Rolf, and types of bodywork; from Reiki to Rossiter, I've found one resource to be indispensable as a solid foundation on which to build: Massage for Orthopedic Conditions by Thomas Hendrickson.

For manual therapists who seek to achieve effective goal-oriented sessions for their client/patients, it's comprehensive in its scope of essential functional anatomy, implications for treatment, joint-specific history gathering (including sample questions), kinesiology, sources of dysfunction and injury, and much more. Hendrickson's text also covers a range of information from the general theory of vibrational medicine to targeted muscle energy and friction techniques.

I tell manual therapists, if they are serious about clinical massage and achieving powerful, effective, consistent results, this text is a must-have. This resource keeps on giving; as the reader will uncover layers of details and depth at every reading. My two copies of the first edition have been reduced to tatters from overuse syndrome!

This new edition comes with various improvements that his legion of enthusiasts will appreciate. I, for one, am a great fan of the new color illustrations. Also, I enjoyed the updated rationales for treatment, as well as the flow between assessment and application of techniques...a topic often missed in other resources.

Hurray, for Thomas Hendrickson's new edition! May it inspire, guide and educate future clinical therapists to facilitate and attain healing in their patients for many years to come!

Just what I was looking for!
Can't add anything else to all the other top star reviews here. This is just the manual I was looking for. Well done!

A must for any clinical massage practice!
If you are looking for an advanced technique to help your clients get out of pain fast, then you must have this book! Dr. Hendrickson has taken his years of clinical practice and developed a method that any massage or manual therapist can learn. This book is rich with tools for assessment and treatment for many common and not so common soft-tissue injuries and dysfunctions. It is well laid out and easy to use. It also includes a great section on the theory and science of massage and manual therapy. It is packed with valuable information and I highly recommend it!

required reading for any advanced massage therapist
This book has everything that you wanted to know about the body, its structure, function and dysfunction and methods for treating many common injuries. All the informationis backed up with up to date research and reflects the most current understanding in the manual medicine fields. Any therapist who wants to move beyond the basics should get there hand on this book, it will change your work for the better.

What a Resource!
This book has so much in it that can help a practitioner to relieve the aches and pains of his clients, and even sometimes keep them out of surgery.Any given page has so much information in it.You have clients that need to relax and you have those clients who need to get out of pain.Be a practitioner who can do both!
Massage and Manual Therapy for Orthopedic Conditions is the best reference I have ever seen which has "recipes" for gentle and effective work for clients with conditions such as frozen shoulder, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, etc.It's best if you can take a course from Mr. Hendrickson, but I have friends who have used just the book, and noticed their work become better and better.
I struggled in my early practitioner years, looking for this information.Now that I have it, my work has become so much more effective (and FUN!).It's comfortable and relaxing for the client and ergonomically safe for the therapist.Different from other modalities, but can be integrated into any kind of session to make it more effective.
This book is a must for any serious bodywork practitioner. ... Read more

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Book five in the Cattle Valley Series

Doctors Sam Browning and Isaac Singer opened the Cattle Valley Medical Clinic when they were both fresh out of medical school. It was the best thing they ever did, other than loving each other for more than twenty-five years. They’ve enjoyed a thriving practice and an even better sex life, but lately routine has started to set in.

With the growth of the town, the doctors decide it’s time for the clinic to hire a physical therapist. They thought hiring Matt Jeffries over the phone and offering him the use of their garage apartment was the smart thing to do. That is until Matt shows up, suitcases in hand. Three months after returning from the war in Iraq, Matt has bigger problems than his attraction to two gorgeous older men. Night sweats and flashbacks are keeping him locked in his own shell.

Can two doctors offer the physical therapist a little therapy of their own? ... Read more

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Exactly what the college specified at a dicounted price!
College campus stores always empty your wallet.Why not put the ISBN number into Amazon and save money.Free shipping and discounted prices.I'll never buy another book on campus unless it is the only place I can get it! ... Read more

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Occupational and Physical Therapy in Educational Environments covers the major issues involved in providing lawful, team-oriented, and effective occupational and physical therapy services for students with disabilities in public schools. For those involved with students with disabilities, this book helps them make sound decisions about services that will make a meaningful difference in the lives of these children.

Since the 1975 enactment of Public Law 94--142, which mandated that occupational and physical therapy be provided “as may be required by a handicapped child to benefit from special education,” this required link between therapy and education has continued to lead to confusion and controversy about which students should receive therapy in school and what types of services should be provided. The purpose of Occupational and Physical Therapy in Educational Environments is to clarify the major issues surrounding occupational and physical therapy in public schools, and to provide a framework for delivery of team- and family-oriented services that meet individual needs of students with disabilities.

For those unsure of current regulations regarding handicapped students, or those who need clarification on the law, the book begins with a review of legislation and regulations. This begins to guide and shape schools’provision of therapy services. The following chapters assist occupational and physical therapists and important members of the educational teams of disabled students to make sound decisions about which students need school-based therapy services:

• Laws that Shape Therapy Services in Educational Environments: summarizes the major statutory law, federal regulations, and case law interpretation in which school-based practice is grounded.
• Pediatric Therapy in the 1990s: reviews contemporary theories of motor development, motor control, and motor learning that have had major impact on therapy for school-age children with disabilities.
• Related Services Decision-Making: describes a strong team approach to determining a student’s need for occupational and physical therapy services, which takes into account the unique characteristics of both the student and the educational team.
• Assessment and Intervention in School-Based Practice: describes an approach to assessment and intervention in schools that clearly illustrates a relationship between therapy and educational programs that result in meaningful outcomes for students.
• Challenges of Interagency Collaboration: reports on a qualitative study that points out that schools are not the only settings in which many students with disabilities receive services, so coordination between various agencies is essential to avoid gaps, overlaps, and cross purposes.
  
  Those who can benefit from Occupational and Physical Therapy in Educational Environments include occupational and physical therapists who work in public schools, school administrators, teachers, and even parents of disabled children.

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Good to have if you work school-based
I've used this text as reference on a number of occasions through the years. The authors cite research studies and other references as they relate to PT/OT in education. They are so many factors involved with decision making. This text divulges important principles and rationale for making those decisions.

Solid Information
Solid review of law, best practice, and current practice models in school physical therapy.A good reference for any therapist trying to define their role in the schools more clearly. ... Read more

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Quick and convenient, this resource provides a clinical overview of a wide variety of diseases and disorders that affect the cardiovascular system and lungs and the physical therapy management of patients with them. It integrates key concepts of pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests and laboratory information and findings with clinically important medical and surgical interventions and pharmacologic therapies - then applies the material to physical therapy evaluation and treatment. This edition adds an introductory chapter on the oxygen transport pathway, the effects of dysfunction along the pathway, and the implications for physical therapy.

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American Physical Therapy Association, Alexandria, VA. Provides a comprehensive overview of current science and practice in geriatric physical therapy. Addresses the differences in physical therapy when the patient is an older adult. A wider scope of clinical issues is used in this edition. Halftone illustrations. For students and clinicians. Previous edition: c1993. ... Read more

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A basic text
This textbook is a very basic guide through the changes physiologically that occur through aging and associated diseases and more information.I work as a physical therapist in an acute setting where all of my patients are elderly.I have never refered to this book.It has a few good chapters to read and can supplement any learning that has occurred in the classroom, but overall is not a necessary text. ... Read more

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Great study tool!
These flashcards are a good adjunct study material to the actual study guide. Plus, it makes it easy to grab a certain section for commutes or other brief study opportunities instead of carrying a heavy 500 page study book.

Fantastic!
I love the design and layout of the flash cards.The cards come with a ring that allows them to be portable without worrying that they will be dropped or become out of order.The level of academic detail is good without being overwhelming.Perfect for studying when you have a limited amount of time or need to look up something quickly.I plan to use them on my upcoming clinicals and eventually for the exam. ... Read more

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YOUR COMPLETE NPTE SUCCESS GUIDE!

Everything you need to pass the NPTE on your first try is right here! This all-in-one study guide gives you a concise review of the curriculum that's consistent with the NPTE content outline.You'll also find a CD-ROM with 500 exam-simulating Q&As. It adds up to the most comprehensive, confidence-boosting package for acing the exam!

This score-boosting all-in-one package gives you:

• Coverage that spans the entire physical therapy curriculum - and all the content tested on the NPTE
• Quick-study content review format
• Exam-style questions and answers at the end of each chapter
• CD-ROM with 500 exam-format questions and answers that simulates the real exam

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Don't buy it!
There are too many errors, both in the practice questions at the end of chapters and in the text itself to be able to trust any of it.Many of the wrong information is very basic and shows a lack of proofreading.Get one of the American Physical Therapy Association endorsed books like the O'Sullivan or Giles.This book should be taken off the market.How can the publisher stand behind a book full of false information?!

good back, poor cd
The material in the text is very comprehensive, and covers all facets of the curriculum requirements. The downside is the
accompanying CD that has (2) practice exams. It contains multiple errata, mainly typos and incorrect answers to approximately 10-15 questions. Again, great text, can be an excellent reference; poor CD.

Skip this book
I purchased this book instead of the O'sullivan's and Giles' review books.I found this book lacked the necessary information that needed to be applied on the boards.I was given the O'sullivan's and Giles' after a couple of months using the dutton and ended up being blown away w/ how much more in depth and will organized both of these books were compared to the dutton.The O'sullivan is very detailed oriented and has an excessive amount of info along w/ more difficult exam questions.The Giles' has a good balance of both.In the end, move on from this review book.

Exam questions are lacking
The academic section of the book has useful information, but the exam questions are weak and not reflective of the more applied questions used on the current national exam.The book was too expensive given the exam questions.

Very Helpful
In my opinion, this Dutton book is better than the O'sullivan's and Giles' review books. This book is a detailed and easy to read review with a lot of clinically relevant information. I am not a big fan of the questions after each chapter, although they are helpful. However, the CD is fairly decent with question styles geared towards the NPTE exam. Definitely a smart investment for this book and CD. Highly recommended. ... Read more

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Now completely updated with the latest information on both adult and pediatric patients, this comprehensive book provides a link between the pathophysiology of neurologic deficits and possible rehabilitation interventions for improving movement outcomes. It introduces the structure and function of the nervous system and describes normal motor development, motor control and motor learning, pathophysiology of the nervous system and common treatment techniques used in physical therapy practice. This edition also features updated terminology from the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, as well as new chapters on proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and other neurological conditions seen in the adult. Helpful learning aids and abundant illustrations highlight key concepts and help readers quickly master the material. * Helpful learning aids – such as objectives, tables, illustrated intervention boxes, and review questions – reinforce important facts and concepts. * Review questions at the end of each chapter allow readers to test their understanding of the material. * 700 illustrations clearly depict procedures discussed in the text and clarify descriptions of anatomy, physiology, evaluation, pathology, and treatment. * Background information is provided for interventions that can be used in the rehabilitation of adults and children, promoting a complete understanding of techniques. * Careful documentation uses current outcomes-based research. * Case histories include subjective and objective observation, assessment, planning, and critical decision-making components. ... Read more

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PTA student happy to get text before class
I got my book before school started and I was happy, it was new and in good shape.

quick service
The products I receive from amazon are always in great shape and are usually here before the time I expect them! ... Read more

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National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland. Clinics in Physical Therapy, Volume 22. Textbook/reference for physical therapy students and practitioners. DNLM: 1. Neoplasms rehabilitation. ... Read more