Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy is the โjust right challengeโ to optimize learning for occupational therapy students. It includes the correct amount of depth with adequate detail, yet it does not oversimplify things. It is written speci๏ฌcally for occupational therapy students and puts occupation in the forefront. As always with Books of Discovery textbooks, the exceptional images add to the clarity of the concepts. I think occupational therapy students will engage with this text and enjoy learning the important foundational content.”
Finally… an OT approach to functional anatomy.
Understanding functional anatomy through occupation.
At Books of Discovery, Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy helps students build a strong understanding of anatomy through an occupation-centered approach. As one of the trusted Occupational Therapy textbooks, it connects foundational knowledge with meaningful clinical application, helping learners understand how anatomy supports movement, function, and participation in everyday activities.
Written by a practicing OT,ย Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy is an occupation-centered textbook geared specifically towards students beginning their journey as an occupational therapist (OT) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA). Perhaps some of your students want to work with children, using play-based interventions to help them reach developmental milestones. Or, they wish to work in a rehabilitation setting, helping people with their activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Regardless of the setting or population, this textbook provides students with a sound understanding of functional anatomy.
Knowledge that carries forward.
Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy presents anatomy in a way that supports meaningful learning throughout an OT program. With its occupation-based approach, it stands apart from many Occupational Therapy textbooks by helping students apply anatomical knowledge to functional movement, clinical practice, and daily tasks.
With more than 1,000 images, including 200 muscle overlays of functional movement, and 51 detailed cadaver images, the textbook is one of the best occupational therapy textbooks serving as an excellent visual resource for entry-level OT students.
As students continue through their OT program, the textbook helps them review key concepts, better understand body structure and function, and apply what they have learned in different areas of practice. Books of Discovery remains focused on creating educational resources that support instructors and help future occupational therapy professionals learn with confidence.
Connecting knowledge to patient care.
Unlike traditional anatomy resources, this textbook presents functional anatomy in a way that reflects the goals of occupational therapy practice. Students develop a clearer understanding of how anatomical concepts relate to patient care while building the confidence to apply their knowledge in a variety of clinical settings.
Its patient-centered content, clear explanations, clinical examples, visual learning tools, and classroom support resources work together to make complex concepts easier to understand, apply, and retain. This approach helps students understand why anatomy matters in the daily practice of occupational therapy.
Topics include therapy for upper and lower extremities, functional mobility, orthopedics, pediatrics, neurological disorders, pelvic floor issues, and patient transfers. See product details.
Offers clinically relevant learning experiences.
Occupational Profiles woven throughout the textbook provide a personalized path for understanding and applying the principles of functional anatomy. Students will see the clinical relevance of the content and make real-life connections to their future careers. See sample pages.
Comes with a FREE companion eTextbook: OT Guide to Goniometry & MMT
Together, they cover functional anatomy, goniometry, and MMTโall in a single resource!
Measuring purposeful movement and strength during clinical assessments supplies key information for evaluating occupational performance and tracking progress in many practice settings. The OT Guide to Goniometry & MMT puts this core knowledge at your studentsโ fingertips, as near as a tablet or computer.
Together, Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy and OT Guide to Goniometry & MMT provide everything instructors need to teach functional anatomy, goniometry, and MMT content. Now wrapped into one resource, multiple textbooks are no longer required. Your students will see a significant cost savings by purchasing this one comprehensive title. See eTextbook details.
Meets the latest accreditation standards.
Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy and OT Guide to Goniometry & MMT meet ACOTE standard B.1.1 for OTA/OT programs and standardized assessments related to standard B.4.5 for OTs.
Comes with resources for quickly creating dynamic lessons.
As aย Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapy ย instructor, youโll gain easy access to a full suite of resources that help you create dynamic, multi-faceted lessons with ease. From PowerPoint presentations and a vast image library to unique classroom activities, these resources save you time and capture your studentsโ attention.
And a FREE appโ Ludenso Explore takes students on an immersive learning journey.
By simply using their smartphone or tablet camera, students can experience digital content as a supplement to their Functional Anatomy for Occupational Therapyย textbook.ย The app delivers immediate access to theย goniometry and palpationย videos,ย as well as 3D anatomical modelsย thatย are perfect for helping students visualize things that would otherwise be impossible for them to see. They can zoom in and rotateย digitallyย enhanced 3D anatomical models, literally at their fingertips.
Why Choose Books of Discovery for Your Academic Program?
For over two decades, our high-yield learning materials have been adopted by more than 2,700 healthcare programs worldwide. Our essential occupational therapy books feature clear anatomical illustrations, step-by-step palpation guides, and interactive digital resources that boost student comprehension by up to 35% compared to standard medical texts.
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Our Learning Resources Support Clinical Practice
Step 1: Foundational Skill Building: We provide clear, visual breakdowns of muscle attachments, joint movements, and surface anatomy essentials.
Step 2: Applied Kinesiology: Our functional movement chapters connect biomechanical principles directly to real-world daily activities and patient rehab goals.
Step 3: Interactive Digital Tools: Students and instructors gain 24/7 access to e-books, video demonstrations, self-testing audio clips, and tailored instructor slides.
Our specialized occupational therapist books empower clinicians and students alike to translate complex anatomical theory into confident, hands-on patient evaluation and intervention.
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Equip your students and clinical teams with the industry standard in functional anatomy and kinesiology education. Contact Books of Discovery today to request complimentary instructor review copies or browse our online catalog to place your order!