Books by Mark Dutton

The insights, skills, and practice you need to ace the Physical Therapy Assistant certification examThis unmatched guide provides everything you need to prepare for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam, including a breakdown of the NPTAE format, a comprehensive content review of all body systems, clinical tips, yellow and red flags, testing strategies, and sample questions.In addition to studying content and understanding testing strategies, taking multiple practice exams is a critical preparation step for success on the NPTAE. To that end, this book provides two 200-question practice examinations formatted in the style of the NPTAE. Additional practice questions are available online, along with AccessPT videos.PTA Examination Review and Test Taking Skills provides:.FSBPT Site Information Overview, including exam description, details about duration, number of questions, and when the exam is offered.Test-Taking Strategies, including advice on how long to spend on each question, whether or not to skip questions, and how to avoid distractions.Practice Exams: two 200-question tests, complete with rationales for both the correct and incorrect answers.Chapters covering such topics as Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, Pediatric and Geriatric Physical Therapy, and Therapeutic Exercise Foundations

The #1 most trusted evidence-based text in orthopaedic physical therapyThe definitive text for orthopedic students, Dutton's Orthopaedic: Examination, Evaluation and Intervention delivers a logical, systematic approach to hands-on orthopedic treatment.This new edition offers the perfect balance in its coverage of the continuum of care, emphasizing the appropriate use of manual techniques and therapeutic exercise while outlining the correct applications of multiple adjuncts to the rehabilitative process. Aided by decision-making algorithms, this comprehensive guide covers anatomy, biomechanics, examination, and treatment of each joint and region and features.Evidence-based and written by a prominent practicing therapist, this is an essential resource for physical therapy students and practitioners.Features1,200+ photos and illustrations depict orthopaedic techniquesNEW videos on testing and method techniques available on AccessPhysiotherapyNEW information on balance, pain assessment, gait, and concussionsIncorporates the APTA Practice Patterns to address certain dysfunctions

The first handbook-sized reference designed specifically for orthopaedic students on clinical rotation