Functional movement development across the life span / Donna J. Cech and Suzanne "Tink" Martin ; William H. Staples, associate editor.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Unit I. Definition of functional movement -- Functional independence: a lifelong goal -- Theories of development -- Motor development -- Motor control and motor learning -- Unit II. Movement system contribution to functional movement across the life span -- Skeletal system changes -- Muscle system changes -- Cardiovascular and pulmonary system changes -- Nervous system changes --- Sensory system changes -- Endocrine and integumentary system changes -- Unit III. Functional movement outcomes -- Posture, balance, and locomotion -- Prehension -- Health and fitness.

"Providing a solid foundation in the normal development of functional movement, Functional Movement Development Across the Life Span, 4th Edition helps you recognize and understand typical functional movement in individuals from infancy to older adulthood, providing a framework from which to identify movement disorders and effectively manage patients with abnormal motor function. Divided into three units, this edition describes 1) theoretical frameworks of development, motor control/motor learning, and health/wellness; 2) anatomical and physiological development of the body systems comprising the movement system (muscular, skeletal, cardiopulmonary, nervous, sensory, integumentary, and endocrine); and 3) life span description of the movement functions of posture, balance, locomotion, prehension, and fitness. This edition integrates themes of the movement system, life span development, and health/wellness, providing you with the most current information needed for clinical decision making and to be an effective practitioner. Written by physical therapy experts Donna J. Cech, Suzanne "Tink" Martin, and William Staples, this book provides the evidence-based information and tools needed to understand functional movement and manage patients' functional skills throughout the life span. Dr. Staples brings his expertise in geriatric physical therapy and exercise in aging, enriching content on aging throughout the book"-- Amazon.com.