Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy

Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy, 3rd Edition, is a textbook that explains the theoretical background of human movement science. The text examines the kinematics and kinetics underlying normal human physiological motion, connecting foundational kinesiology concepts directly to the practice of occupational therapy.

Coverage examines specific joints throughout the body, evaluating their musculoskeletal function, movement capabilities, and an overview of pathologies that may develop. In addition, the book details four occupational therapy theories related to functional motion, presenting essential movement principles in a practical and usable format for clinical understanding.

Updated to incorporate information that has emerged in the field, this edition closely follows AOTA's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework and Occupational Therapy Vision 2025.