Essentials of Physiology for Physiotherapy Students, 1st Edition (2027)
Build a strong foundation in physiology and connect it to physiotherapy practice. Written by K Sembulingam and Prema Sembulingam, this comprehensive, exam-oriented textbook follows the NCAHP Competency Based Curriculum for Physiotherapy, bringing together core physiology, applied physiology, clinical physiology and relevant pathophysiology.
Designed for first-professional-year BPT students and suitable for occupational therapy students, the book explains how normal body function relates to movement, therapeutic exercise, injury, tissue healing and functional rehabilitation.
📚 Key Features
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11 sections and 174 chapters presenting physiological principles in a systematic, system-wise format.
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Competency mapping: a table links 74 NCAHP competency entries, HP 1.1 to 11.3, to chapter names and page numbers.
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Physiotherapy-focused learning: a dedicated introductory chapter on the Role of Physiology in Physiotherapy connects physiology with exercise prescription and rehabilitation.
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Exercise adaptations explained: progressive overload, the SAID principle, muscle strength, neural coordination, cardiorespiratory efficiency, structural hypertrophy and tissue remodeling.
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Student-friendly presentation: chapter outlines, bold key terms, schematic illustrations and flowchart-style figures support understanding and revision.
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Exam preparation: section-wise model questions in the free companion book support self-assessment.
🎓 Included Learning Resources
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Free companion book: Review of Physiology for Physiotherapy Students, featuring section-wise model questions.
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73 video lectures totaling 26 hours by the author, with free online access included with the genuine book.
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Dr. Wise AI assistant access with the genuine book, offering MCQs and quizzes, case scenarios, notes generation, mind maps, comparison tables, flashcards and image search. Access is valid for 365 days from redemption.
System-Wise Coverage
General Physiology; Blood and Body Fluids; Musculoskeletal Physiology; Digestive System; Renal Physiology and Skin; Endocrinology and Reproductive System; Cardiovascular System; Respiratory System and Environmental Physiology; Nervous System; and Special Senses.
Who Should Read This Book?
BPT students, first professional year: study core physiology with competency mapping and clear connections to physiotherapy. Occupational therapy students: develop an understanding of body systems through applied and clinical physiology.
Product Details
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Title: Essentials of Physiology for Physiotherapy Students
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Authors: K Sembulingam and Prema Sembulingam
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Publisher: JPB
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Edition: 1st Edition
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Copyright year: 2027
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Binding: Paperback
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Language: English
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ISBN-13: 9788117374382
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