Guide to Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Practice

Guide to Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Practice, Fourth Edition provides readers with the information and tools needed to appreciate the philosophy, history, and value of evidence-based practice, understand what constitutes evidence, search efficiently for applicable evidence in the literature, evaluate the findings in the literature, and integrate the evidence with clinical judgment and individual patient preferences and values. This unique handbook marries the best elements of multiple texts into a single accessible guide.Its reader-friendly style facilitates learning and presents the knowledge and skills essential for physical therapist students to develop a foundation in research methods and methodologies related to evidence-based medicine. The text lays a solid foundation for data analysis, interpretation of data analysis, and research design. Students will learn how to evaluate research designs, appraise evidence, and apply research in clinical practice. This is a comprehensive resource no physical therapist or student should be without.FOURTH EDITOIN UPDATESNEW In-Class Activities provide opportunities for applicationNEW Scenarios aid in the application of key conceptsExpanded section on Qualitative Research and Mixed Methods ResearchExpanded section on "Searching for Evidence"Additional examples of integrating research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferenceINSTRUCTOR RESOURCESTest Bank [Expanded]Sample SyllabusPower Point Lecture OutlinesAnswers to End of Chapter QuestionsImage BankInstructor Manual [New!]Teaching Tips and TricksAdditional Suggested ActivitiesAdditional Directed ExamplesSTUDENT RESOURCESPractice ActivitiesEditable Sample Evidence Appraisal SheetsWeb LinksKey Image ReviewAPPLICABLE COURSESEvidence-Based PracticeIntroduction to Research and Evidence-Based PracticeConcepts of Evidence-Based Practice