Manual Techniques
CHAPTER 10 Manual Techniques CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Give definitions for commonly used biomechanical terms used in manual therapy (MT)….
The Musculoskeletal System
CHAPTER 1 The Musculoskeletal System CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Describe the various types of biological tissue of the musculoskeletal system….
Pharmacology for the Orthopaedic Physical Therapist
CHAPTER 9 Pharmacology for the Orthopaedic Physical Therapist CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Differentiate between pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Describe the process…
Vertebral Column
CHAPTER 22 Vertebral Column The design specification for the human vertebral column is the provision of structural stability affording full mobility as well as protection of the spinal cord and…
Imaging Studies in Orthopaedics
CHAPTER 7 Imaging Studies in Orthopaedics CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: List the various imaging studies available and give a brief…
Gait and Posture Analysis
CHAPTER 6 Gait and Posture Analysis CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Summarize the various components of the gait cycle. Apply the…
Improving Cardiovascular Endurance
CHAPTER 15 Improving Cardiovascular Endurance CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Explain the importance of cardiovascular endurance in the overall health of…
Neurodynamic Mobility and Mobilizations
CHAPTER 11 Neurodynamic Mobility and Mobilizations CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Summarize the various types of neurodynamic examination and mobilization techniques….
Improving Neuromuscular Control
CHAPTER 14 Improving Neuromuscular Control CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Define the components of neuromuscular control. Describe ways in which neuromuscular…
Vertebral Artery
CHAPTER 24 Vertebral Artery CHAPTER OBJECTIVES At the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to: Describe the anatomy and distribution of the vertebral artery. Describe the four…
