Written by physicians General Pathology and Internal Medicine for Physical Therapists
introduces the basic principles of internal medicine and general pathology clearly and
comprehensively for physical therapy (PT) students and practitioners#essential for
understanding disease patterns and symptoms as well as diagnostic procedures and medical
therapies. With this user-friendly book at hand students and PT practitioners will have the
knowledge to identify underlying medical conditions develop individualized treatment plans
that take these factors into account achieve sound therapeutic goals and refer patients to
other resources where necessary. Special Features: #The only general medicine book for physical
therapists written with the in-depth knowledge and experience of practicing MDs #Organized in
two logical sections: the first General Pathology provides a basic foundation in the origin
and course of diseases cardinal signs and symptoms and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
the second Internal Medicine focuses on anatomy physiology and diagnosis of pathologies
found in different organ systems with a concentration on diseases that are treated with
physical therapy #Presents the information in concise summary form but with enough detail to
enable PTs to accurately screen and diagnose patients #Offers nearly 300 full-color didactic
illustrations that serve as a superb visual aid to learning #Includes numerous tables chapter
summaries a glossary of medical terminology and dozens of case studies that make every
concept clear and accessible #Assists in exam preparation by furnishing dozens of study
questions and answers Now a major part of the curriculum in undergraduate and graduate physical
therapy programs internal medicine and general pathology are part of the #basic equipment# of
the physical therapist. For PT students this book will be a training guide throughout their
studies and a valuable review as they prepare for examinations. For practitioners of physical
therapy exercise physiology massage therapy and other allied health disciplines it is a
reliable and easy-to-use reference that will help them fully understand their patients# medical
conditions and provide the highest levels of care.
