Physiology The Basis of Clinical Practice

by Irion, Glenn

• ISBN13: 9781556423802
• ISBN10: 1556423802
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-06-06
• Publisher: Slack Incorporated

Summary

Physiology: The Basis of Clinical Practicepresents an in-depth discussion of clinically related topics in an integrated manner specific to rehabilitation professionals. This book covers important principles of skeletal muscle performance and neurologic control of motor systems. Descriptions of therapeutic interventions used in physiology along with the related physiologic principles are included to create a line between basic science and clinical practice. Chapters in the book highlight disease processes common to rehabilitation, and describe the physiologic basis of evaluation and common lab tests. This text also discusses rehabilitation protocols, and assists clinicians in modifying treatment plans.Special Features Objectives outlined in each chapter. Review questions in each chapter. Laboratory exercises to reinforce material.

Author Biography

Glenn L. Irion is associate professor in the physical therapy programs at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Ark and teaches in the professional DPT, postprofessional DPT, and PhD in physical therapy programs.

Table of Contents

Dedication	v
Acknowledgments	ix
About the Author	xi
Contributing Authors	xiii
Preface	xv
Unit I. Homeostasis
Introduction to Physiology	3	(8)
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Sarah N. Jerome
Physical and Chemical Bases of Physiology	11	(16)
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Sarah N. Jerome
Application of Hooke's Law	23	(1)
Solubility and Electric Conductivity	23	(1)
Effect of Flow on Intensive Properties	24	(1)
Balance	25	(2)
Cell Membrane and Protein Function	27	(10)
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Transport	37	(16)
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Sarah N. Jerome
Generation of Osmotic Pressure	50	(1)
Movement of Substances Through Selectively Permeable Barriers	51	(1)
Effects of Tonicity of Extracellular Fluid on Cell Volume	52	(1)
Signaling	53	(10)
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Fluid Regulation	63	(22)
Urinalysis	80	(3)
Regulation of Body Fluids	83	(2)
Metabolic Rate and Temperature Regulation	85	(20)
Glucose Tolerance Test	102	(3)
Unit II. Neuromuscular System
Organization of the Nervous System	105	(16)
Membrane Potentials	121	(12)
Synaptic Transmission	133	(16)
Nerve Conduction Velocity	145	(1)
Strength-Duration Curve	146	(3)
Sensation	149	(10)
Pain	159	(12)
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)	168	(3)
Sleep and States of Consciousness	171	(10)
Unit III. Integumentary System
Skin	181	(12)
Unit IV. Musculoskeletal System
Bone and Dense Connective Tissue	193	(12)
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Skeletal Muscle Structure and Function	205	(18)
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)	218	(5)
Regulation of Muscle Strength	223	(12)
Muscle Mechanics	233	(1)
Length-Tension Relationship	234	(1)
Muscle Length and Volume	234	(1)
Whole Muscle Function	235	(20)
Estimation of Muscle Strength Based on Muscle Size	249	(1)
Electromyography	249	(6)
Unit V. Cardiopulmonary System
Introduction to the Cardiovascular System	255	(10)
The Cardiac Cycle	265	(18)
Cardiac Cycle	276	(7)
Hemodynamics	283	(16)
Blood Pressure	295	(4)
Control of the Cardiovascular System	299	(16)
Function of the Lungs	315	(10)
Mechanics of Ventilation	325	(16)
Lung Volumes	339	(2)
Transport of Gases	341	(12)
Control of Ventilation and pH	353	(8)
Control of Ventilation	359	(2)
Cardiopulmonary Responses to Exercise	361	(18)
Submaximal Bicycle Test of Fitness	373	(1)
Body Composition	374	(1)
Metabolic Rate During Exercise	375	(4)
Unit VI. Other Systems
Smooth Muscle and Gastrointestinal System	379	(12)
Reproductive System	391	(14)
Index	405