Master the PTA’s Role in Treating Pediatric Conditions with Pediatrics for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Comprehensive and easy to understand, Pediatrics for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 2nd Edition is the ultimate guide for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to succeed in treating and managing pediatric conditions. Written by renowned PT clinician/educator Roberta O’Shea, PT, DPT, PhD, this book provides the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in both the classroom and clinical practice.

Comprehensive Coverage of Pediatric Conditions

This edition covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Child development and growth
• Assessment tools and intervention principles
• Neurologic and muscular disorders, such as Down Syndrome and limb deficiencies
• Congenital disorders, including Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT) and Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
• Sports injuries and orthotics

New Chapters and Features

This updated edition includes six new chapters, covering:

• The Movement System
• Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT)
• Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
• Clubfeet
• Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
• Orthotics

Additionally, this edition features:

• Updated content on musculoskeletal impairments, developmental impairments, and orthotics
• Contemporary cases with ICF and Movement system analysis discussion
• A full-color design for enhanced learning
• Updated references to ensure current and accurate sources

Learning Features

Each chapter includes:

• Key terms and a chapter outline
• Learning objectives and review questions
• Illustrations and summary tables
• Clinical Signs, Intervention, and Practice Pattern boxes to highlight important information
• eBook version, allowing for search, customization, note-taking, and audio narration

With Pediatrics for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 2nd Edition, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in pediatric physical therapy and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.