Textbook of Exercise Therapy
Fundamentals & Practices
As per Physiotherapy Curriculum of All Universities of India and
NCAHP, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
Salient Features :
★ Authored, contributed, and reviewed by the senior subject experts
★ First comprehensive textbook on Exercise Therapy, aligned with curriculum standards
★ Features 1000+ clinical photographs and illustrations
★ Includes 500+ subjective and objective questions
★ Step-wise and pictorial presentation of Exercise Techniques
Perfect amalgamation of Fundamentals and Practices
★ Covers key topics, such as MMT, Goniometry, Hydrotherapy, Manual Therapy, and Soft Tissue Manipulation
★ This book provides a detailed understanding of the fundamentals of exercise therapy, including human movement, muscle function, and therapeutic techniques.
★ It follows a dual approach, covering both the theoretical principles and practical applications to ensure a well-rounded learning experience.
★ The book is structured into five sections – (1) Essentials of Exercise Therapy, (2) Examination/Testing Techniques, (3) Application of Principles of Exercise Therapy, (4) Therapeutic Techniques, and (5) Movement and Alignment.
★ It explains key concepts in a simple and systematic manner, making it easier for readers to grasp both basic and advanced therapeutic methods.
★ The content is designed to help physiotherapy professionals develop essential knowledge and hands-on skills for effective patient care.
★ By integrating core principles with real-world applications, this book serves as a valuable resource for both students and practitioners in the field of physiotherapy.
★ Learning Objectives in the beginning of every Chapter help readers understand the purpose of the chapter.
★ Chapter Outline gives a glimpse of the content covered in the chapter.
★ Key Terms are added in each chapter to help understand difficult scientific terms in easy language.
★ Did You Know? boxes give an overview of important facts and terms of the concerned topic.
★ The book is well illustrated with practices/techniques of exercise therapy for better understanding of the theoretical concepts.
Numerous Tables have been used in the chapters to facilitate learning in a quick way.
★ Evolving conceptual details for application in clinical situations are depicted in Clinical Correlation boxes.
★ Important takeaway points of respective chapters have been highlighted under Summary Boxes.
★ At the end of chapters, Student Assignment section is given which contains frequently asked questions in exams and multiple choice questions to help students attain mastery over the subject.
