Handbook of Pediatric Physical Therapy

This updated reference provides a contemporary perspective on pediatric Physical Therapy in a convenient outline format ideal for daily consultation. Consistent with APTAs “Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 3.0 ” Handbook of Pediatric Physical Therapy 3rd Edition helps both students and professionals quickly locate essential information necessary to effectively assess diagnose and plan interventions. This edition reflects the latest advances in the field as it presents each conditions etiology assessment considerations treatment and all other information related to contemporary pediatric physical therapy practice. UPDATED! The latest information on growth and development pediatric disorders measurement interventions assistive technology and administrative issues is presented in an outline format that allows readers to answer clinical questions quickly. NEW! Additional coverage on orthopedics wellness and autism spectrum disorder brings the book thoroughly up-to-date. NEW! Up-to-date material has been added on the latest interventions including strategies that are implemented in the NICU. NEW! Use of current language and perspectives used across service systems and the fields latest assessments prepares readers to meet the need of clients in todays pediatric practice. NEW! Information from up-to-date fact sheets produced by the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy outline current best practices. UPDATED! A focus on a comprehensive holistic intervention approach that leads to functional outcomes and active participation of the child is supplemented by coverage of todays available protocols. NEW! Coverage of standardized tests now appears in a separate Measurement Instrument Section at the end of Chapter 3. eBook available for purchase. Fast smart and convenient todays eBooks can transform learning. These interactive fully searchable tools offer 24/7 access on multiple devices the ability to highlight and share notes and more