Orthopaedics for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PDF)

Build confidence in orthopedic assessment and intervention with this updated, student-friendly orthopaedics reference—now featuring new chapters, clearer visuals, and interactive learning resources. Designed to support physical therapist assistants with practical guidance and refreshed content throughout.

Key benefits

• NEW Differential Diagnosis and Emergent Conditions: Learn how similar symptoms can hide dangerous pathologies and may require re-evaluation by the supervising therapist.
• NEW Musculoskeletal Imaging chapter: Understand the types of musculoskeletal imaging used when examining musculoskeletal injuries in basic terms.
• NEW Orthopedic Management Concepts Specific to Women: Explore issues, pathology, and progression of women’s health concerns as they relate to physical rehabilitation.
• NEW full-color design and illustrations: Improve clarity of anatomy and procedural drawings to make key concepts easier to learn.
• NEW Important Concepts callouts: Use highlighted tips and tricks for patient practice.
• NEW student resources on the Evolve companion website: Access critical thinking applications, weblinks to related sites, and references with links to Medline® abstracts.

Who this is for

This PDF is for physical therapist assistant students and practicing PTAs who want a clear, updated orthopaedics resource that emphasizes differential diagnosis, imaging basics, and management concepts—including women’s health considerations.

Details

• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers
• Edition: 1
• ISBN: 9781284139310
• ISBN-10: 128413931X
• Pages: 842

Get your copy now and start strengthening your orthopedic knowledge with the updated chapters, full-color learning support, and Evolve companion resources.