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Functional Anatomy: Musculoskeletal Anatomy, Kinesiology, and Palpation for Manual Therapists by Christy Cael With the use of dynamic visuals and kinesthetic exercises, Functional Anatomy, Second Edition helps readers to explore and understand the body's structures, regions, layer of the body, from bones to ligaments to superficial and deep muscles. Muscle profiles indicate origin, insertion, and innervation points while step-by-step instructions teach effective bone and muscle palpation.Readers will also learn how structures help the body move through joint motion, and passive and resisted range of motion techniques. Each region ends with the culmination of structure and function to illustrate how they function together to achieve motion of daily activities as well as the movement involved in sports.Every new print copy includes Navigate Advantage Access that unlocks a complete, interactive eBook, writable PDF Workbook, videos, animations, flashcards, audio glossary, Anatomy & Physiology Review Module, and more!A digital Workbook in a new writable PDF format, along with new flashcards, will provide additional activities, exercises, and self-testing opportunitiesNew online Anatomy & Physiology Review Module is as an interactive study tool that allows students to further explore the human body and test their knowledgeTry This! activities and Chapter Review Questions provide key kinesthetic concepts and reinforce learningExpanded coverage of ligaments and their functions, arthrokinematics, and anatomy of nerves-motor and sensory distributionNew content on brachial plexus anatomy and how it courses from the spine into the upper extremity
Publication Date: 2022
Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness by Anne Waugh; Allison Grant Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science. The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders.
Publication Date: 2023
Clinical Reasoning in Musculoskeletal Practice, Second Edition by Jones, Mark A. Clinical reasoning is a key skill underpinning clinical expertise. Clinical Reasoning in Musculoskeletal Practice is essential reading for the musculoskeletal practitioner to gain the contemporary knowledge and thinking capacity necessary to advance their reasoning skills. Now in its 2nd edition, it is the only all-in-one volume of up-to-date clinical reasoning knowledge with real-world case examples illustrating expert clinical reasoning.
Publication Date: 2019
An Introduction to Human Movement and Biomechanics by Andrew Kerr, Philip Rowe (Editors) Now in its seventh edition, this reputable textbook is an ideal introduction to the study of human movement and an excellent reference encouraging and directing further study. For the first time there is a chapter dedicated to measuring and understanding physical activity, recognising the importance of this area to many health and sports professionals. More time is spent explaining the basic principles of biomechanics and the way they can be used to improve practice,including tissue mechanics and movement analysis techniques.
Publication Date: 2019
A Practical Approach to Musculoskeletal Medicine by Elaine Atkins, Jill Kerr, Emily Goodlad This fourth edition continues to uphold the Cyriax approach to clinical reasoning, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Renamed A Practical Approach to Musculoskeletal Medicine, to reflect globally understood terminology, it focuses on the principles and practice of musculoskeletal medicine, providing practical guidance and tips for clinical practice based on extensive clinical experience and evidence.
Publication Date: 2016
Anatomy and Human Movement, Seventh Edition by Soames, R.
Publication Date: 2019
Brukner and Khans Clinical Sports Medicine Injuries, Volume 1 by Roald Bahr; Ann Cools; Peter Brukner; Ben Clarsen; Jill Cook; Kay Crossley; Mark Hutchinson; Karim Khan; Paul McCrory THE #1 TEXT IN CLINICAL SPORTS MEDICINE....ESSENTIAL FOR PT STUDENTS, ATHLETIC TRAINERS, AND MEDICINE PHYSICIANS The cornerstone text on sports and exercise medicine A Doody's Core Title for 2017! Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine is the world-leading title in sports and exercise medicine, providing an authoritative foundation for clinicians and students. This complete practical guide to physiotherapy and musculoskeletal medicine covers all aspects of diagnosis and contemporary management of sports-related injuries.  This fifth edition has been expanded to accommodate a much higher level of evidence-based content. It reflects the huge amount of new research and significant changes in thinking since the fourth edition was published. For this volume, Injuries, all chapters have been comprehensively updated by sports physiotherapists and sports physicians at the top of their fields from around the world.  There are more than 300 new figures and tables, as well as six new chapters including  * Training programming and prescription * Return to play * Pain: the clinical aspects Ask your School library to subscribe to: http://csm.mhmedical.com/
Publication Date: 2017
Gray's Basic Anatomy by Richard Drake; A. Wayne Vogl; Adam W. M. Mitchell Depend on Gray's Basic Anatomy, 2nd Edition to deliver superbly illustrated, authoritative, interactive content preferred by both students and faculty. Easy-to-read and concise, it has a strong clinical focus that's ideal for readers who need an efficient, high-yield anatomy textbook offering coverage of the most important anatomical concepts.
Publication Date: 2017
The Accidental Business Owner - a Friendly Guide to Success for Health and Wellness Practitioners by Kelly Bowers A practical and easily accessible guide for bodyworkers and movement teachers, including massage therapists and all other complementary therapists, to the setting up and running of a private practice in order to make it into a successful business.
Publication Date: 2018
Clinical Sports Medicine: the Medicine of Exercise 5e, Vol 2 by Peter Brukner; Karim Khan Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine, the world-leading title in sport and exercise medicine, is an authoritative and practical guide to the complete care of people at all levels of physical activity. It is an ideal practical and reference text for physiotherapists, medical doctors, team clinicians, athletic trainers, sports therapists, sports rehabilitators and trainers, as well as students in the health professions and in Human Movement Studies. To accommodate the rapid advances in the profession, this fifth edition has been expanded into two volumes. The first volume, Injuries, is the essential guide to all aspects of preventing, diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries. This second volume, The Medicine of Exercise, focuses on the health benefits of exercise and discusses the current medical issues in sport. The Medicine of Exercise comprises 16 chapters from the fourth edition of Clinical Sports Medicine, comprehensively revised and rewritten, along with 24 new chapters. The six sections of The Medicine of Exercise are: Physical activity and health (6 chapters) Managing medical problems (16 chapters) Exercising in challenging environments (5 chapters) Exercise medicine for specific groups (5 chapters) Performance and ethics (5 chapters) Practical sports medicine (3 chapters)
Publication Date: 2019
Primary Care for the Physical Therapist, Third Edition by Boissonnault, William G. The intent of this book is to provide a framework for a critical role physical therapists play in the primary care model, patient examination, and triage. An outstanding group of experienced clinicians and educators has contributed to this edition, with a number having extensive experience in the primary care delivery model.
Publication Date: 2021
Guide to Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Practice by Dianne V. Jewell Teaches the knowledge and skills to evaluate medical evidence and apply it to the practice of physical therapy. Includes user-friendly descriptions of research methods and statistical tests, clinically relevant examples specific to physical therapist practice, and worksheets for use during the evidence appraisal process.
Publication Date: 2018
Transformative Physical Rehabilitation : Thriving After a Major Health Event by Dubouloz Wilner, C.-J. In adult physical rehabilitation, the transformative learning theory presents the basis for a detailed model of Meaning Perspective Transformation in Physical Rehabilitation based on research evidence, with examples and cases, and presents directives for clinical applications. This book draws from the theoretical background of transformative learning in adult education (Mezirow) to discuss the expansion and transfer of knowledge to clinical rehabilitation and community health rehabilitation settings for rehabilitation interventions.
Publication Date: 2020
The Comprehensive Textbook of Clinical Biomechanics, Second Edition by Jim Richards he Comprehensive Textbook of Clinical Biomechanics (formerly Biomechanics in Clinic and Research) presents the latest research in a form which is accessible, practical, thorough and up-to-the minute. . Starts from basic principles and builds up to complex concepts . Highly practical with a constant clinical emphasis . Written for all health care professionals including physiotherapists and podiatrists.
Publication Date: 2018
Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals by Jahangir Moini Introduction to human anatomy and physiology -- Chemical basics of life -- Cells -- Cellular metabolism -- Tissues -- Integumentary system -- Bone tissues and the skeletal system -- Articulations -- Muscle tissue -- Muscular system -- Neural tissue -- Central nervous system -- Peripheral nervous system and reflex activity -- Autonomic nervous system -- Special senses -- Endocrine system -- Blood -- The heart -- Vascular system -- Lymphatic system and immunity -- Respiratory system -- Urinary system -- Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance -- Digestive system -- Reproductive system -- Pregnancy and development -- Heredity
Publication Date: 2020
The Concise Book of Muscles, Fourth Edition by Chris Jarmey Updated to include quick reference tables, an overview of the gross anatomy of the body area and the nerve pathways that are most relevant, and a new chapter on the pelvic floor muscles, the fourth edition of this authoritative, best-selling book offers a comprehensive introduction to the muscular system as well as a detachable muscle wall chart. This newly revised fourth edition of The Concise Book of Muscles is a comprehensive guide to the major muscle groups. Fully illustrated with more than 500 drawings, and easy to use, this compact reference provides a complete profile for each muscle, clearly showing its origin, insertion, nerve supply, and action, the movements that use it, and, where appropriate, exercises that stretch and strengthen it. The book's distinctive quick-reference format shows students exactly how to locate and identify specific muscles, highlighting those that are heavily used and therefore subject to injury in a variety of sports and activities. Each muscle chapter now includes an overview of the gross anatomy of the body area to show bony landmarks, cross-sections of muscle layers, and points of attachment as well as a quick reference table and an overview of the nerve pathways that are most relevant.
Publication Date: 2018

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Industry Organisations

Myotherapy Association Australia

Massage and Myotherapy Australia

Australian Physiotherapy Association

Association of Massage Therapists (AMT)

Massage Association of Australia (MAA)

Australian Integrative Medicine Association Inc.

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