Product Description

Part of the popular Secrets series, this helpful reference presents basic physical therapy concepts and then introduces different healing modalities, specialties and orthopedic procedures typically prescribed for common injuries such as shoulders and extremities. Common diseases are included as well as more innovative diagnostic tools for physical therapists such as radiology. Each chapter features concise information that includes the author’s tips, memory aids and "secrets." Bulleted lists, algorithms and illustrations provide a quick review of the specific topic discussed. The information is entirely evidence-based, outcome based and up-to-date. * All chapters provide an emphasis on outcome studies and evidence-based practice and include the latest research for the concepts presented. * Numerous charts, table and algorithms summarize and visually portray concepts covered in the chapters to provide additional information for clinical decision making. * Chapters are written by well-known contributors, including some of the best-known physical therapists practicing in the field today. * Provides important information on topics covered in the orthopedic specialty exam. * Includes detailed information relevant to making an accurate shoulder assessment as well as the most common shoulder disorders.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #65269 in Books
• Published on: 2006-06-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 704 pages

About the Author
Jeffrey D. Placzek, MD, PT, OCS, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan, Resident Physician, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI; and David A. Boyce, MS, PT, ECS, OCS, Instructor, Physical Therapy Program, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY

Customer Reviews

Good book for Orthopedic PT's
This is a comprehensive book on orthopedic physical therapy topics written in a unique "question and answer" format. What's great about this book is that the information presented is recent and is based on evidence-based practise and current research. This book will serve a great reference for the novice and experienced clinician

Effective index
Excellent review for ortho..You can essentially use this as an effective index to direct you to weak areas that demand research and further exploration. Really a must have. Very considerate, efficient, not pompous, and direct.

Awesome OCS review
I utilized this book to prepare for the physical therapy OCS exam and what a source. It was a great text to guide your thinking and elaborates on various areas (ie Pharmocology, Ragiology, wound healing...). I could not have studied without it.