Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy, Third Edition covers the
theoretical background for understanding the kinematics and kinetics of
normal human physiological movement. Each specific joint is assessed in
terms of musculoskeletal function, movements possible, and an overview
of pathology that may develop. Dr. Melinda Rybski covers four
occupational therapy theories related to functional motion that are
important for occupational therapists to know. This Third Edition
has been updated to reflect the current field and includes new
information that has emerged in recent years.
New in the Third Edition:
- Content closely follows AOTA's Occupational Therapy Practice
Framework and Occupational Therapy Vision 2025
- Updated and more extensive provision of evidence that summarizes key
findings in current literature
- New theories are presented in the Intervention sections
- Extensive, joint specific and theory-based assessments are provided
- Interventions described are occupation-based, process-based
- Kinesiology concepts presented in a practical, useable way
- Expanded chapters for Spine and Thorax and Hip and Pelvis.
Instructors in educational settings can visit www.efacultylounge.com for
additional material to be used for teaching in the classroom.
Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy, Third Edition clearly
outlines the need for an understanding of kinesiology in occupational
therapy, providing occupational therapists with the evidence necessary
to support their intervention strategies.
