This guide includes some of the key resources for Physical Therapy students, faculty, staff, and other interested parties. You will find information on databases, e-books, library guides, training services, and other services.
Core Databases
AccessPhysiotherapyThis link opens in a new windowA comprehensive online physiotherapy resource that integrates leading physical therapy textbooks, procedure and exercise videos, image galleries, self-assessment tools, and a unique cadaver dissection tool. It provides PT students with instant access to videos, self-assessment, and leading physical therapy textbooks that will establish an important foundation for learning and allows physical therapists to brush up on their knowledge or access quick answers as the need arises.
F.A. Davis PT Collection (McGraw-Hill)This link opens in a new windowA comprehensive digital collection of physical therapy books to support educators and students in physical therapy programs.
PEDro: Physiotherapy Evidence DatabaseThis link opens in a new windowProvides access to bibliographic details and abstracts of randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and evidence based clinical practice guidelines in physiotherapy.
Journal of PhysiotherapyISSN: 1836-9553; 1836-9561. The official journal of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Publishes significant research that has important implications for physiotherapy (also known as physical therapy).
Pediatric Physical TherapyISSN: 0898-5669; 1538-005X. The official journal of the Section on Pediatrics of the American Physical Therapy Association. Publishes articles that address developmental, orthopedic, and respiratory concerns; thoughtful discussions of professional issues; and reports on promising research.
Physical TherapyISSN: 0031-9023; 1538-6724. Publishes innovative and highly relevant content for both clinicians and scientists on topics related to physical therapy and rehabilitation. As the leading international journal for research in physical therapy and related fields, the journal uses a variety of interactive approaches to communicate that content, with the expressed purpose of improving patient care.
PhysiotherapyISSN: 0031-9406; 1873-1465. Publishes original research and facilitates continuing professional development for physiotherapists and other health professions worldwide.
Braddom's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 6th ed. (ClinicalKey) by David X. CifuProvides in-depth coverage of essential core principles of physical medicine and rehabilitation along with the latest research, technologies, and procedures that enhance patient care and facilitate optimal return to function. Note: Users must register for and login to a personal ClinicalKey account to open a book chapter in PDF. (Due to publisher restrictions, some titles may not provide PDFs of book chapters; for those titles, only HTML full-text is available.)
Guccione's Geriatric Physical Therapy, 4th ed. (ScienceDirect) by Dale Avers; Rita WongOffers a comprehensive look at physical therapy science and practice, Content is thoroughly revised to keep you up to date on the latest geriatric physical therapy protocols and conditions. Includes new chapters on how to better manage common orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and neurologic conditions; become familiar with functional outcomes and assessments; and better understand the psychosocial aspects of aging.
Netter's Orthopaedic Clinical Examination: An Evidence-Based Approach, 4th ed. (ClinicalKey) by Joshua Cleland; Shane Koppenhaver; Jonathan SuCovers relevant anatomy, pathoanatomy, and special tests using the well-known art of Dr. Frank H. Netter as well as clinical photographs. Provides information necessary to assess the reliability and diagnostic utility of musculoskeletal physical exams and incorporate evidence into clinical decision making. Note: Users must register for and login to a personal ClinicalKey account to open a book chapter in PDF. (Due to publisher restrictions, some titles may not provide PDFs of book chapters; for those titles, only HTML full-text is available.)
Tidy's Physiotherapy, 15th ed. (ScienceDirect) by Stuart PorterDescribes the contemporary practice of physiotherapy and can be used as a quick reference by the physiotherapy undergraduate for major problems that they may encounter throughout their study, or while on clinical placement.
Special Collections & ArchivesThe home of UT Southwestern's collections of archives, artifacts, history of medicine journals and monographs, and rare books. Supports education and research using these unique collections.
EndNote GuideUT Southwestern faculty, staff, and students can use EndNote citation management software to organize their references and PDFs and to create and manage their bibliographies in MS Word.
Evidence-Based Practice GuideAssists in identifying, accessing, and using Library resources that support patient care, policies and procedures, quality improvement, and research initiatives.
Library Resources Guide for Health Professions Students (UT Southwestern Library)Introductory handout for UT Southwestern School of Health Professions students to learn what recommended resources are available at the Library. This handout also includes Library locations, popular services, remote access, and contact information.
Mobile Resources GuideProvides a selected list of Web resources – including both licensed content for the UT Southwestern personnel and free sites – for use on handhelds, personal digital assistants, or other mobile devices.