Introduction to Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Introduction to Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant

• Chapters describe normal body structures and functions, followed by pathologies.
• For each pathology, information is organized into headings that include pathophysiology, incidence, etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
• The Role of the PTA boxes in each chapter highlight how PTAs will encounter these pathologies in real-world settings
• Considerations for the PTA boxes impart critical, supplemental information that is assistive in the day-to-day work of the PTA
• Chapters conclude with a concise summary, review questions, case studies with critical thinking questions, and pertinent websites for additional review
• Pathophysiology for the PTA
• Introduction to Pathology
• Pathological Conditions
• Fundamentals for PTA/Kinesiology/Pathophysiology