Publisher's Synopsis
Since the concept of evidence-based medicine was introduced into medical practice, a paradigm shift from conventional empirical-based physical therapy to evidence-based physical therapy has been promoted. In order to practice evidence-based physical therapy, the elements of ""using evidence,"" ""creating evidence,"" and ""communicating evidence"" are essential. However, these practical methods still need wide dissemination. As such, this book provides a comprehensive overview of evidence-based physical therapy. Chapters are organized into three sections: ""Physical Therapy Theory"", ""Physical Therapy Assessment"", and ""Physical Therapy Practice"". This book will help healthcare professionals establish evidence-based physical therapy and deliver optimal physical therapy to their patients.