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Therapeutic kinesiology : musculoskeletal systems, palpation, and body mechanics

Resource added for the Physical Therapist Assistant program 105241.{u200B}
Print Book, English, ©2013
Pearson, Boston, ©2013
18 and up.
xxii, 698 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
9780135077856, 0135077850
805544806
pt. 1. Kinesiology foundations
Introduction to therapeutic kinesiology ; The skeletal system ; Joint motion ; The muscular system ; The neuromuscular system ; Biomechanics ; Posture ; Gait ; Basic palpation skills
pt. 2. Palpation and practice
The thorax and respiration ; The ankle and foot ; The knee ; The hip and pelvis ; The spine ; The head and neck ; The shoulder girdle ; The arm and hand ; Body mechanics and self-care
Includes index