Foundations: An Introduction to the Profession of Physical Therapy (eBook)

Stephen J. Carp (Autor)

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2019 | 1. Auflage
293 Seiten
Thieme Medical Publishers (Verlag)
978-1-62623-540-3 (ISBN)

Infos

<p><strong><em>A unique blueprint to a successful physical therapy practice from renowned experts</strong></em></p><p>In the last 100 years, the profession of physical therapy has grown from a little-known band of 'reconstruction aides' to a large and expanding worldwide group of dedicated professionals at the cutting edge of health care diagnostics, interventions, research, ethics, and altruistic community service. <cite>Foundations: An Introduction to Physical Therapy</cite> by distinguished physical therapist and educator Stephen Carp reflects nearly 40 years of expertise in this evolving field.</p><p>The book covers the 'the background music' of physical therapy &ndash; important issues aspiring physical therapists and physical therapist assistants need to master prior to starting clinical practice. Sixteen chapters present a broad spectrum of content, covering core behavioral, clinical, and professional concerns encountered in practice. Experts provide firsthand guidance on reimbursement, working as a healthcare team, documentation, ethical issues and community service, clinical research and education, an overview of the APTA, career development, and more.</p><p><strong>Key Highlights</strong><ul><li>From the history of the profession to cultural, spiritual and legal aspects of practice, this unique resource provides insights not found in traditional physical therapy foundation textbooks</li><li>About 20 comprehensive vignettes with real-life experiences enhance the text</li><li>Text boxes with insightful 'first-person' narratives highlight chapter content</li><li>A list of review questions and meticulous references at the end of every chapter enhance learning and encourage further research</li></ul></p><p>All PT and PTA students will benefit from the expert wisdom and pearls shared in this essential reference.</p><p>This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on <a href='https://medone.thieme.com' target='blank'>https://medone.thieme.com.</a></p>

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.4.2019
• Verlagsort: Stuttgart
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Sportmedizin
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Physiotherapie / Ergotherapie ► Rehabilitation
• Themenwelt: Studium ► 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) ► Physiologie
• Themenwelt: Technik
• Schlagworte: Clinical Ethics • Clinical expertise • medical law • physical therapy • Physical Therapy Association • physical therapy fundamentals • Physical Therapy Practice • Professionalism • Reimbursement • Service Learning
• ISBN-10: 1-62623-540-6 / 1626235406
• ISBN-13: 978-1-62623-540-3 / 9781626235403