Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist [Hardcover]

Catherine C. Goodman MBA PT CBP (Author), William G. Boissonnault PT DPT DHSc FAAOMPT FAPTA (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0721656366 | ISBN-13: 978-0721656366 | Edition: 1st

Presenting the first pathology text designed specifically for therapists! This remarkably practical resource helps readers design safe and effective treatment programs by integrating the basic science and clinical implications of disease with the rehabilitation process. A body-system organization and an at-a-glance format make reference easy. SPECIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR THE THERAPIST boxes throughout the text present the precautions, complications, and contraindications to consider when designing a treatment program.

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Book Description

Comprehensive pathology text designed specifically for physical therapists --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 921 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 1st edition (January 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0721656366
• ISBN-13: 978-0721656366
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #878,503 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well organized and directly applicable, April 9, 2000

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Jason Handschumacher (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist (Hardcover)

This text is the most valuable one I own. The information is extremely useful and is written in very understandable language. The best aspect of each description of the Pathology is the "Implications for the PT" that follows each one. These columns break each pathological condition down into what we can and should do in each case, and what we cannot do for each case. An excellent source of information.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I would have given it more stars if I could've..., November 17, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist, 2e (Hardcover)

This book is THAT good. It is the most clear and concise book on various pathologies that I have seen since entering PT school a decade ago. It's a huge book that covers every illness one could possibly think of. As a required text for my tDPT program I was a little put off initially by the price but it is well worth the expense. I have used it frequently when a client has presented with symptoms which just didn't match their referral dx. I have also used it with family members and friends who have been diagnosed with serious illnesses and it has been very informative. This should be in every PT's personal library...you can always ask for it on your wishlist! Also, if you have a chance to take a continuing ed course from Ms. Goodman, please do...I had the opportunity last month and she was a very dynamic speaker.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pathology:Implications for the physical therapist, November 1, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Pathology: Implications for the Physical Therapist, 2e (Hardcover)

A very useful book. Probably the one I consult most often. Great reviews of many conditions/disorders with frequently helpful guidelines for practice. Worth the money!