Contents Dedication Acknowledgments About the Authors Contributing Authors Foreword by Kenneth R. Amsler, PT, PhD, CHCQM Introduction Section I Theory and Principles of Therapeutic Exercise Chapter 1 Introduction to Therapeutic Exercise Chapter 2 Implementing a Therapeutic Exercise Program Chapter 3 Injuries, Tissue Healing, and Surgical Interventions Chapter 4 Range of Motion and Manual Therapy Techniques Chapter 5 Stretching and Flexibility Chapter 6 Principles of Muscle Strengthening and Performance Chapter 7 Posture, Pregait, and Gait Training Interventions Chapter 8 Balance Training and Vestibular Rehabilitation Chapter 9 Aerobic Conditioning Chapter 10 Aquatic Therapy Section II Therapeutic Exercise Interventions for Orthopedic Conditions Chapter 11 Orthopedic Considerations Chapter 12 Therapeutic Exercise for the Upper Extremity Chapter 13 Management of Lower Extremity Orthopedic Conditions Chapter 14 Management of Cervical and Thoracic Spine Orthopedic Conditions Chapter 15 Lumbar Spine and Sacroiliac Joint: Common Diagnoses and Orthopedic Management Section III Specific Applications of Therapeutic Exercise Chapter 16 Exercise Considerations for Persons With Neurologic Diagnoses Chapter 17 Therapeutic Exercise Considerations After Lower Extremity Amputation Chapter 18 Pulmonary Conditions and Treatment Interventions Chapter 19 Physical Therapy Interventions for Persons With an Oncologic and/or Lymphedema Diagnosis Chapter 20 Exercise for the Medically Complex Patient Chapter 21 Pelvic Floor and Women's Health Exercises Chapter 22 Workplace Rehabilitation, Ergonomics, and Safety Chapter 23 Considerations for Athletes Glossary Appendix A Therapeutic Exercise/Orthopedic Progressions Appendix B Treatment Plan Development Guide Appendix C Sample Exercise Prescription Appendix D Student Worksheet: Home Exercise Program Prescription Appendix E Common Indications Appendix F Dermatome Map Appendix G Referred Pain Patterns of the Organs Financial Disclosures Index