Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy Assistants: A Comprehensive Guide

Unlock the secrets of human movement and function with Kinesiology for the Occupational Therapy Assistant: Essential Components of Function and Movement, Second Edition, written by experts Jeremy Keough, Susan Sain, and Carolyn Roller.

This innovative textbook takes a unique top-down approach, aligning with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, Third Edition. By focusing on the big picture, students can easily understand how fundamental kinesiological functions impact daily activities and functional mobility.

New and Enhanced Features

• New chapters on kinesiology and therapeutic exercise, as well as functional mobility in the home and community
• Upper extremity information divided into four chapters for enhanced learning, covering function across the lifespan
• Occupational profiles describing real-life client conditions at the beginning of several chapters
• Occupation- and real-life-based activities and questions at the end of each chapter
• Emphasis on function and identification of how and why movement occurs
• Multiple tables and figures to enhance learning and retention
• Call-out boxes highlighting and clarifying key concepts
• A seamless integration of theory, fact, and practice
• Selected standardized tests, pinch and grip strength, and range of motion norms
• Glossary of terms and expanded web resources for further learning

Teaching and Learning Aids

Instructors will appreciate the comprehensive instructor’s package, featuring:

• PowerPoint presentations to facilitate engaging lectures
• Student study guides to reinforce key concepts
• A test bank to assess student understanding

Purchase Kinesiology for the Occupational Therapy Assistant: Essential Components of Function and Movement, Second Edition today and equip your students with the knowledge and skills to excel in the field of occupational therapy.