Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries

Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries provides foundational information that instills a thorough understanding of rehabilitative techniques. Updated with the latest contemporary science and peer-reviewed data, this fourth edition prepares students for everyday practice while serving as a referential cornerstone for experienced rehabilitation clinicians. The text details physiological processes, explains the advantages of specific techniques, and outlines the timing for various treatments across rehabilitative timelines.

Key Features

• Evidence-Based Emphasis: Prioritizes current scientific research for treating specific injuries, encouraging the application of proven clinical data.

• BOC Alignment: Content is aligned with the Board of Certification (BOC) accreditation standards and helps prepare students for the BOC Athletic Trainers’ exam.

• Exceptional Author Expertise: Incorporates over 40 years of clinical experience from respected author Peggy A. Houglum, offering real-world applications and updated theories.

• Vivid Visual Learning: Features more than 830 color photos and 330 illustrations to clarify complex anatomical and physiological concepts.

• Streamlined Structure: Reorganized for a cleaner presentation and easier navigation through four comprehensive parts:

  • Part I: Basic concepts in examination, assessment, and healing.

  • Part II: Exercise parameters including ROM, flexibility, and plyometrics.

  • Part III: General applications like posture, ambulation, and manual therapy.

  • Part IV: Synthesis and creation of custom rehabilitation programs.

• Practical Case Studies: Part IV includes scenario-based case studies to provide context for challenging clinical concepts.

• “Evidence in Rehabilitation” Sidebars: Focuses on peer-reviewed research and applied uses for evidence-based practice in every chapter.