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Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries

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ISBN-10: 073607595X

ISBN-13: 9780736075954

Edition: 3rd 2010

Authors: Peggy A. Houglum

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The third edition of Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuriesis the most comprehensive text available for understanding and applying therapeutic exercise techniques. Thoroughly updated, this major resource contains an extensive explanation of the science and application involved in developing safe therapeutic programs for the general population as well as individualized programs for specific clientele.With content specifically aligned with the National Athletic Trainers'Association (NATA) accreditation standards,Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuriesis a key text for students preparing for the athletic trainers'Board of Certification exam. In the text, respected…    
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Book details

List price: $152.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Publication date: 1/5/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 1040
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 2.25" tall
Weight: 6.094
Language: English

Basic Concepts
Concepts of Rehabilitation
The Rehabilitation Team
Interacting With Team Members
Qualities of Professionalism
Components of a Rehabilitation Program
Basic Components of Therapeutic Exercise
Return-to-Competition Criteria
Psychological Considerations
Summary
Learning Aids
Concepts of Healing
Primary and Secondary Healing
Healing Phases
Growth Factors
Healing of Specific Tissues
Tensile Strength During Healing
Factors That Affect Healing
The Role of Therapeutic Exercise in Healing
Summary
Learning Aids
Concepts in Physics
Force
Newton's Laws of Motion
Center of Gravity
Stability and Fixation
Body Levers
Levers and Force
Physiological Muscle Advantages
Other Concepts in Physics
Summary
Learning Aids
Examination and Assessment
Examination: Making a Profile
Assessment: Planning for Action
Keeping Rehabilitation Records
Summary
Learning Aids
Therapeutic Exercise Parameters and Techniques
Range of Motion and Flexibility
Defining Flexibility and Range of Motion
Connective-Tissue Composition
Effects of Immobilization on Connective Tissue
Effects of Remobilization on Connective Tissue
Mechanical Properties and Tissue Behavior in Range of Motion
Neuromuscular Influences on Range of Motion
Determining Normal Range of Motion
Measuring Range of Motion
Terminology in Goniometry
Stretching Techniques
Exercise Progression
Special Considerations
Summary
Learning Aids
Manual Therapy Techniques
Critical Analysis
Massage
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Trigger Points
Muscle Energy
Other Manual Therapies
Joint Mobilization
Neural Mobilization
Summary
Learning Aids
Muscle Strength and Endurance
Muscle Structure and Function
Neuromuscular Physiology
Fast- and Slow-Twitch Fibers
Muscle Strength, Power, and Endurance
Force Production
Types of Muscle Activity
Open and Closed Kinetic Chain Activity
Evaluating Muscle Strength
Gradations of Muscle Activity
Strength Equipment
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Strengthening Principles
Exercise Progression
Summary
Learning Aids
The ABCs of Proprioception
Neurophysiology of Proprioception
Central Nervous System Proprioceptor Sites
Balance
Coordination
Agility
Therapeutic Exercise for Proprioception
Summary
Learning Aids
Plyometrics
Neuromuscular Principles
Plyometric Production
Plyometric Exercise Phases
Preplyometric Considerations
Plyometric Program Design
Plyometric Program Considerations
Precautions and Contraindications
Equipment
Lower-Extremity Plyometrics
Upper-Extremity and Trunk Plyometrics
Summary
Learning Aids
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercise
Definitions, Foundations, and Goals
Contributions to Therapeutic Exercise
Basic Functional Activities
Activity-Specific Activities
Functional to Activity-Specific Exercise Progression
Precautions
Final Evaluation
A Lower-Extremity Functional and Activity-Specific Progression
An Upper-Extremity Functional and Activity-Specific Progression
Returning the Patient to Full Participation
Summary
Learning Aids
General Therapeutic Exercise Applications
Posture and Body Mechanics
Posture
Muscle Imbalances
Body Mechanics
Body-Awareness Programs
Summary
Learning Aids
Ambulation and Ambulation Aids
Normal Gait
Gait Analysis
Pathological Gait
Normal Running Gait
Mechanics of Ambulation with Assistive Devices
Summary
Learning Aids
Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise
Physical Properties and Principles of Water
Equipment
Indications, Advantages, Precautions, and Contraindications
Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise Principles and Guidelines
Deep-Water Exercise
Aquatic Therapeutic Exercises
Summary
Learning Aids
Swiss Balls and Foam Rollers
Swiss Balls
Swiss-Ball Exercises
Foam Rollers
Foam-Roller Exercises
Summary
Learning Aids
Therapeutic Exercise for Tendinopathy
Terminology
Tendon Structure
Etiology
Tendon Response
General Treatment
Specific Treatment
Examples of Tendinopathy Cases
Summary
Learning Aids
Therapeutic Exercise for Joint Replacement
History
Indications for Joint Replacement
Surgical Procedures
Special Rehabilitation Considerations
Summary
Learning Aids
Age Considerations in Therapeutic Exercise
Introduction
Stages of Life, Activity Levels, and Health Care
Pediatric Considerations
Geriatric
Summary
Learning Aids
Specific Applications
Spine and Sacroiliac
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Rehabilitation Techniques
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Shoulder and Arm
Mechanics of Overhead Sport Activities
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Rehabilitation Techniques
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Stabilization Exercises
Plyometric Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Elbow and Forearm
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Rehabilitation Techniques
Joint Mobilization
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Wrist and Hand
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Soft-Tissue Mobilization
Joint Mobilization
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Plyometric Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Foot, Ankle, and Leg
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Common Structural Deformities
Orthotic Treatment for Foot Deformities
Determining Proper Footwear for Patients
Soft-Tissue Mobilization
Deep-Tissue Massage
Joint Mobilization
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Proprioception Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Knee and Thigh
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Soft-Tissue Mobilization
Joint Mobilization
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Proprioception Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids
Hip
General Rehabilitation Considerations
Soft-Tissue Mobilization
Joint Mobilization
Flexibility Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Proprioception Exercises
Functional and Activity-Specific Exercises
Special Rehabilitation Applications
Summary
Learning Aids