This popular worktext provides a basic understanding of the theory and clinical skills necessary to function as an entry-level physical therapy aide in a variety of rehabilitation settings. The therapeutic modality procedures that an aide would perform are presented in a step-by-step format with detailed photographs. A variety of review questions test comprehension of the material. Learning activities at the end of each chapter reinforce theory and skills. (physical therapy, physical therapy aide, PTA. health careers, health occupations) ALSO AVAILABLE - INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Manual ISBN: 0-7668-0295-7

Product Benefits:

• Worktext format prepares learners to become entry-level physical therapy aides
• Rationales explain why therapeutic treatments are used with various patients.
• Provides a background in anatomy and physiology as it relates to the physical therapy
• Review questions test the learner's comprehension of the material.
• Therapeutic modality procedures are presented in a step-by-step format with photographs to illustrate each step.