Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in Physical Therapy: A guide for primary care, health promotion, and disease prevention

This text provides an evidence-based approach to help physical therapists move beyond traditional movement interventions alone, by incorporating a comprehensive integrative and lifestyle medicine approach that addresses whole-person health for the successful treatment of pain and illness, and the promotion of health for all populations. Authored by global leaders in education, research and clinical practice, this resource provides up-to-date research and best practices on how lifestyle and integrative approaches are used to address the most common chronic health conditions. This is a must-have resource for any physical therapist wanting to obtain the skills and knowledge to treat, manage, and prevent chronic disease. Physicians, occupational therapists, chiropractors, nurses, fitness professionals, psychologists, and social workers can also benefit from the information and approaches detailed in this book. Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in Physical Therapy includes: Science-Backed Content which supports clinicians who want to function as primary care and entry-point providers of lifestyle and integrative therapy. Evaluation, Screening, and Self-Report measures for diagnosing and treating lifestyle-related health conditions. The Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine including integrative nutrition; physical activity; stress response; social support and mental well-being; sleep; avoidance and management of risky substances and environmental pollutants; and how these pillars can help prevent, treat, and reverse disease. Behavior Change & Integrative Models and counseling techniques such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness used to promote lifestyle changes that last. Special Populations which benefit from integrative, lifestyle and functional medicine approaches including pediatrics, older adults, and individuals with chronic pain, pelvic health conditions, cardiopulmonary disease, and neurologic conditions. Spotlights Social Determinants and Health Disparities among at-risk groups including racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+, low income individuals, and other vulnerable populations who can benefit from an integrative and lifestyle medicine approach. Health Policy and Perspectives which support the role of physical therapists as providers of integrative and lifestyle medicine due to their advanced education, training, and practice. How to Build an Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine Practice and develop a primary care physical therapy prescription. Edited by Ginger Garner, PT, DPT, ATC/L and Joe Tatta, PT, DPT, this text was written by 39 global leaders in education, research and clinical practice. Softcover; 392 pages.