Main description:

Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fourth Edition With Online Video, presents foundational information that instills a thorough understanding of rehabilitative techniques. Updated with the latest in contemporary science and peer-reviewed data, this edition prepares upper-undergraduate and graduate students for everyday practice while serving as a referential cornerstone for experienced rehabilitation clinicians. The text details what is happening in the body, why certain techniques are advantageous, and when certain treatments should be used across rehabilitative time lines. Accompanying online video demonstrates some of the more difficult or unique techniques and can be used in the classroom or in everyday practice.

The content featured in Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries aligns with the Board of Certification's (BOC) accreditation standards and prepares students for the BOC Athletic Trainers' exam. Author and respected clinician Peggy A. Houglum incorporates more than 40 years of experience in the field to offer evidence-based perspectives, updated theories, and real-world applications.

The fourth edition of Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries has been streamlined and restructured for a cleaner presentation of content and easier navigation. Additional updates to this edition include the following:

* An emphasis on evidence-based practice encourages the use of current scientific research in treating specific injuries.

* Full-color content with updated art provides students with a clearer understanding of complex anatomical and physiological concepts.

* 40 video clips highlight therapeutic techniques to enhance comprehension of difficult or unique concepts.

* Clinical tips illustrate key points in each chapter to reinforce knowledge retention and allow for quick reference.

The unparalleled information throughout Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fourth Edition, has been thoroughly updated to reflect contemporary science and the latest research. Part I includes basic concepts to help readers identify and understand common health questions in examination, assessment, mechanics, rehabilitation, and healing. Part II explores exercise parameters and techniques, including range of motion and flexibility, proprioception, muscle strength and endurance, plyometrics, and development. Part III outlines general therapeutic exercise applications such as posture, ambulation, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise equipment, and body considerations. Part IV synthesizes the information from the previous segments and describes how to create a rehabilitation program, highlighting special considerations and applications for specific body regions.

Featuring more than 830 color photos and more than 330 illustrations, the text clarifies complicated concepts for future and practicing rehabilitation clinicians. Case studies throughout part IV emphasize practical applications and scenarios to give context to challenging concepts. Most chapters also contain Evidence in Rehabilitation sidebars that focus on current peer-reviewed research in the field and include applied uses for evidence-based practice. Additional learning aids have been updated to help readers absorb and apply new content; these include chapter objectives, lab activities, key pointts, key terms, critical thinking questions, and references. Instructor ancillaries, including a presentation package plus image bank, instructor guide, and test package, will be accessible online.

Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fourth Edition, equips readers with comprehensive material to prepare for and support real-world applications and clinical practice. Readers will know what to expect when treating clients, how to apply evidence-based knowledge, and how to develop custom individual programs.

Contents:

Part I. Basic Concepts

Chapter 1. Concepts of Rehabilitation

The Rehabilitation Team

Athletic Trainer as Rehabilitation Clinician

Qualities of Professionalism

Components of a Rehabilitation Program

Evidence-Based Practice and Outcomes-Based Practice

Basic Components of Therapeutic Exercise

Return-to-Competition Criteria

Psychological Considerations

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 2. Concepts of Healing

Primary and Secondary Healing

Healing Phases

Growth Factors

Healing of Specific Tissues

Tensile Strength During Healing

Factors That Affect Healing

Role of Therapeutic Exercise in Healing

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 3. Concepts of Physics in Therapeutic Exercise

Force

Newton's Laws of Motion

Center of Gravity

Stability and Fixation

Body Levers

Levers and Force

Physiological Muscle Advantages

Other Concepts related to Muscle Function

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 4. Examination and Assessment for Rehabilitation

Subjective and Objective Examination: Making a Profile

Interpreting Results and Designing a Rehabilitation Program

Keeping Rehabilitation Records

Summary

Learning Aids

Part II. Therapeutic Exercise Parameters and Techniques

Chapter 5. Range of Motion and Flexibility

Defining Flexibility and Range of Motion

Connective-Tissue Composition

Effects of Immobilization on Connective Tissue

Effects of Remobilization on Connective Tissue

Mechanical Properties and Tissue Behavior in Range of Motion

Neuromuscular Influences on Range of Motion

Determining Normal Range of Motion

Measuring Range of Motion

Terminology in Goniometry

Stretching Techniques

Exercise Progression

Special Considerations

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 6. The ABCs of Proprioception

Neurophysiology of Proprioception

Central Nervous System Proprioceptor Sites

Balance

Coordination

Agility

Therapeutic Exercise for Proprioception

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 7. Muscle Strength and Endurance

Neuromuscular Physiology

Muscle Structure and Function

Whole-Muscle Function

Fast- and Slow-Twitch Fibers

Muscle Strength, Power, Endurance, and Recovery

Force Production

Types of Muscle Activity

Open and Closed Kinetic Chain Activity

Evaluating Muscle Strength

Gradations of Muscle Activity

Strengthening Principles

Programs of Goal Progressions

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 8. Plyometrics

Neuromuscular Principles

Plyometric Production

Plyometric Exercise Phases

Pre-Plyometric Considerations

Plyometric Program Design

Plyometric Program Considerations

Precautions and Contraindications

Equipment

Lower-Extremity Plyometrics

Upper-Extremity and Trunk Plyometrics

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 9. Functional and Performance-Specific Development

Definitions, Foundations, and Goals

Contributions to Therapeutic Exercise

Basic Functional Activities

Performance-Specific Exercises

Progression from Functional Exercises to Performance-Specific Development

Precautions

Final Evaluation

Lower-Extremity Functional and Performance-Specific Progression

Upper-Extremity Functional and Performance-Specific Progression

Returning the Patient to Full Participation

Summary

Learning Aids

Part III. General Therapeutic Exercise Applications

Chapter 10. Posture and Body Mechanics

Posture

Muscle Imbalances

Body Mechanics

Body-Awareness Programs

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 11. Ambulation and Ambulation Aids

Normal Gait

Clinical Gait Analysis

Pathological Gait

Normal Running Gait

Mechanics of Ambulation With Assistive Devices

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 12. Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise

Physical Properties and Principles of Water

Indications, Advantages, Precautions, and Contraindications

Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise Principles and Guidelines

Deep-Water Exercise

Aquatic Therapeutic Exercises

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 13. Manual Therapy

Critical Analysis

Massage

Myofascial Release

Myofascial Trigger Points

Muscle Energy

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation

Other Manual Therapies

Joint Mobilization

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 14. Therapeutic Exercise Equipment

Range-of-Motion Equipment

Resistive Equipment

Swiss Balls

Foam Rollers

Aquatic Equipment

Manual Therapy Equipment

Plyometric Equipment

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 15. Total Body Considerations

Activity Levels, Stages of Life, and Health Care

Pediatric Considerations

Geriatric Considerations

Joint Replacement

Tendinopathy

Summary

Learning Aids

Part IV Specific Applications

Chapter 16. Creating the Rehabilitation Program

Program Contents

Phases of Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise

Individualization of Therapeutic Exercise

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 17. Sacroilium and Pelvic Stabilization

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Rehabilitation Techniques

Pathological Sacroilial Alignment

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 18. Spine

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Rehabilitation Techniques

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 19. Shoulder and Arm

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Rehabilitation Techniques

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Stabilization and Proprioception Exercises

Plyometric Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Exercises

Special Applications for Rehabilitation

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 20. Elbow and Forearm

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Rehabilitation Techniques

Joint Mobilization

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Activities

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 21. Wrist and Hand

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Soft-Tissue Mobilization

Joint Mobilization

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Plyometric Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Exercises

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 22. Foot, Ankle, and Leg

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Common Structural Deformities

Orthotic Treatment for Foot Deformities

Determining Proper Footwear for Patients

Soft-Tissue Mobilization

Deep-Tissue Massage

Joint Mobilization

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Proprioception Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Exercises

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 23. Knee and Thigh

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Soft-Tissue Mobilization

Joint Mobilization

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Proprioception Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Exercises

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids

Chapter 24. Hip

General Rehabilitation Considerations

Soft-Tissue Mobilization

Joint Mobilization

Flexibility Exercises

Strengthening Exercises

Proprioception Exercises

Functional and Performance-Specific Exercises

Special Rehabilitation Applications

Summary

Learning Aids