Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy - Paperback

by Melinda F. Rybski (Author)

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.

• 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.

Included with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use 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.

Author Biography

Melinda F. Rybski, PhD, MS, OTR/L, is an Emeritus faculty member of the Occupational Therapy Division at The Ohio State University in Columbus. Dr. Rybski graduated from The Ohio State University College of Allied Medical Professions with a bachelor of science degree in 1979 and a master's degree in 1987. She completed her PhD in 2010 with a degree from The Ohio State University, focusing on quantitative research, evaluation, and measurement. She has taught occupational therapy students for over 25 years, with a primary focus on kinesiology, physical disabilities, and the practice of occupational therapy and Level I fieldwork. She has also taught or assisted with other occupational therapy courses, including Application of Neurodevelopmental Construct, Practice of Occupational Therapy in the Hospital Setting, Interpersonal Dynamics and Task-Oriented Groups in Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, Introduction to Alternative Research Methodologies, and Critical Phases of Life. Her clinical experience includes inpatient rehabilitation and acute, outpatient, and long-term care.