Essentials of Kinesiology for the Physical Therapist AssistantWith clear, concise explanations and detailed illustrations, this book is designed specifically for fast-paced PTA programs. This book ... starts with the basic principles of kinesiology and building up to the applied presentation of upper- and lower-extremity areas of the body. A unique atlas-style layout used in body-region chapters pairs an illustration of an individual with a listing of that muscle's attachments, innervations, and actions, providing you with valuable information in an excellent visual reference. This student-friendly book also features chapter outlines, key terms, learning objectives, clinical feature boxes, and much more to make learning easy. Nearly 400 high-quality images used throughout the text visually reinforce key concepts. Clinical Insight and Consider This-boxes detail kinesiologic issues specifically related to clinical practice and special interest to help you focus on how principles are applied in practice and how they affect people's everyday lives. At the end of each chapter, Summary Boxes provide a visual summary of the key topics covered in the section to help you make sure you've grasped the content. Study Questions at the end of each chapter help you prepare for examinations. Key Terminology listings in each chapter, with definitions in the glossary, help you master the language of kinesiology. Additional Readings, with a listing of sources for additional reading, provide you with sources for more information on topics of interest. Learning Objectives listed at the beginning of each chapter give you an overview of the chapter and a checklist to help prepare for examinations. The approachable writing style simplifies complex topics and tailors information to your needs as a PTA student.--Publisher's description. |
Contents
Structure and Function of Joints | 21 |
Connective Tissue | 28 |
Additional Readings | 34 |
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abduction action activation anatomy arthrokinematics articular axis of rotation biceps body bone brevis carpal carpi radialis cervical Clinical collateral ligament degrees deltoid described digits disc Distal Attachment dorsal dorsiflexion elbow epicondyle Extensor carpi external rotation facet femur Figure finger flexed flexor digitorum Flexor digitorum profundus flexor digitorum superficialis flexor muscles force forearm fossa foundations for physical frontal plane function gait cycle GH joint gluteus maximus hamstrings hip abductor hip extension hip flexion humerus Innervation internal intervertebral kinematics Kinesiology lateral line of pull lumbar spine MCP joints medial medial-lateral axis metacarpal Mosby movement muscular musculoskeletal system nerve Neumann occurs palmar patella pelvic tilt pelvis physical rehabilitation plantar flexion pollicis longus primary pronation Proximal Attachment quadriceps radial radius range of motion rectus femoris region sagittal plane scapula shoulder St Louis stability stance phase subtalar joint supination surface tendon thoracic thumb tibia torque transverse trapezius triceps trunk ulna Vastus vertebrae vertebral column wrist