Introduction to Physical Therapy Book

1	Profession of physical therapy : definition and development	3
2	Roles and characteristics of physical therapists	25
3	Physical therapist assistant	54
4	Communication in physical therapy in the 21st century	79
5	Laws, regulations, and policies	106
6	Financing and reimbursing health care in physical therapy	125
7	Current issues : physical therapy in evolution	146
8	America physical therapy association	169
9	Physical therapy for musculoskeletal conditions	187
10	Physical therapy for neuromuscular conditions	228
11	Physical therapy in cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions	246
12	Physical therapy for integumentary conditions	282
13	Physical therapy for pediatric conditions	306
14	Physical therapy for the older adult	337