TY - BOOK AU - Dreeben-Irimia,Olga TI - Introduction to physical therapy for physical therapist assistants SN - 9780763781309 (alk. paper) AV - RM705 .D74 2011 U1 - 615.8/2 22 PY - 2011/// CY - Sudbury, MA PB - Jones & Bartlett Learning KW - Physical therapy KW - Physical therapy assistants KW - Physical Therapy Specialty KW - Allied Health Personnel KW - Physical Therapy Modalities N1 - index N2 - Written specifically for Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students, this text is an introduction for physical therapist assistant's education. This new edition includes updated information regarding the relationship between the Physical Therapist (PT) and PTA and key concepts of the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice for better understanding of clinical guidelines. It also includes new information regarding clinical trends in physical therapy. Utilizing this text specifically for PTAs, instructors can introduce students to information regarding professionalism, professional roles, interpersonal communication, physical therapist's behavior and conduct, teaching and learning, and evidence based practice. This comprehensive text provides a resource throughout the physical therapist assistant's education and training throughout the entire duration of the PTA program ER -