Essentials of Kinesiology for the Physical Therapist Assistant

4th Edition

Paul Jackson Mansfield, Donald Neumann
Elsevier
432 pages
ISBN: 9780323824156
June 2023

The updated edition of this book provides the reader with a solid background in the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, with clear explanations of normal movement, setting the stage for discussions of abnormal movement patterns and treatment techniques. To clarify kinesiology concepts, full-color illustrations show bones, joints, supporting ligaments, and muscles. Written by experienced physical therapy practitioners Paul Jackson Mansfield and Donald Neumann, this concise guide prepares PTAs for success in both the classroom and the clinical setting.