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NPTE-PTA

NPTE-PTA Complete Study Bundle

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The NPTE-PTA Platform question bank, the NPTE Explained video course and the Physical Therapy Essentials Book, together. The book is 50% off with 3 months, 75% off with 6 months and free with 12 months.

  • 1,500+ practice questions and two full-length mock exams
  • 106+ animated video lessons
  • Physical Therapy Essentials Book (400+ pages)
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Physical Therapy Essentials Book

Your printed reference for school, clinicals or fieldwork, and board prep.

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Question bank and mock exams

Scenario-based questions harder than the real exam, with analytics that show where to focus.

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NPTE Explained video course

Animated lessons with a quiz before and after each one.

What's inside the Essentials book

Book table of contents

Subjects

Musculoskeletal

52 topics
  1. Orthopedic Examination
  2. Subjective History
  3. Additional Screening Questions
  4. Additional Screening Tests
  5. Pain
  6. Initial Observation
  7. Range of Motion/MMT
  8. Palpation
  9. Neurological Screening
  10. Shoulder Joint Special Tests
  11. Shoulder & Elbow Joint Special Tests
  12. Elbow Special Tests
  13. Wrist Special Tests
  14. Hip Special Tests
  15. Knee Special Test
  16. Ankle Special Tests
  17. Sacroiliac (SI) Special Tests
  18. Cervical Spine Tests
  19. Lumbar Spine Tests
  20. Joint play/Joint mobilization
  21. Convex/concave Tips & Tricks
  22. Temporomandibular Joint Anatomy
  23. Spine Anatomy
  24. Shoulder Joint Anatomy
  25. Scapular Winging
  26. Elbow Joint Anatomy
  27. Hand and Wrist Joint Anatomy
  28. Hand Deformities
  29. Hip Joint Anatomy
  30. Knee Joint Anatomy
  31. Ankle Joint Anatomy
  32. Gait
  33. Fractures
  34. Salter-Harris Fracture Classification
  35. Outcome Measures
  36. Brachial Plexus
  37. Cauda Equina vs. Conus Medullaris
  38. Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis
  39. Types of Arthritis
  40. Ankylosing Spondylitis
  41. Herniated Disc
  42. Types of Spondys
  43. Gout
  44. Osteoporosis
  45. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
  46. Adhesive Capsulitis
  47. Shoulder Labrum Tears
  48. Rotator Cuff Tears
  49. Scoliosis
  50. Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)
  51. Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA)
  52. ACL/PCL Rehabilitation

Neuromuscular

21 topics
  1. Anatomy of the Brain
  2. Cranial Nerves
  3. Circle of Willis
  4. UMN vs LMN Syndrome
  5. Basal Ganglia vs. Cerebellum
  6. Babinski Reflex
  7. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  8. Stroke
  9. Lateral Medullary Syndrome
  10. Spinal Cord Injuries
  11. Spinal Cord Injury Interventions
  12. Pusher’s Syndrome
  13. Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
  14. Multiple Sclerosis
  15. Guillain-Barré syndrome
  16. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  17. Myasthenia GravisBell’s & Bulbar Palsy
  18. Vestibular System & Vertigo
  19. Meniere’s Disease vs. Vestibular Neuritis
  20. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
  21. Nerve Glides

Pediatrics

10 topics
  1. Pediatric Milestones
  2. Pediatric Reflexes
  3. Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT)
  4. Down Syndrome
  5. Spinal Muscle Atrophy
  6. Muscular Dystrophy
  7. Spina Bifida
  8. Cerebral Palsy
  9. Lower Extremity Pathologies
  10. Erb’s vs. Klumpke’s Palsy

Cardiovascular

28 topics
  1. Anatomy of the Heart
  2. Important Structures and Blood Flow
  3. Heart Sounds
  4. Vital Signs
  5. Monitoring BP
  6. Cardiac Equations
  7. RPE Scale
  8. METS Scale
  9. Important Lab Values
  10. EKG
  11. Abnormal EKG
  12. Important Biomarkers
  13. Cardiac Medications
  14. Congestive Heart Failure
  15. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  16. Angina
  17. Myocardial Infarction
  18. Metabolic & Respiratory Alkalosis/Acidosis
  19. Pulmonary Anatomy
  20. Lung Auscultation
  21. Lung sounds
  22. Pulmonary Medications
  23. Pulmonary Equations
  24. Pulmonary Interventions
  25. Restrictive vs. Obstructive Lung Diseases
  26. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  27. Pneumonia
  28. Asthma vs Cystic Fibrosis

Integumentary

12 topics
  1. Anatomy
  2. Burns
  3. Pressure Ulcers
  4. Definitions
  5. Venous, Arterial, & Neuropathic Ulcers
  6. Wounds
  7. Pathologies: Psoriasis
  8. Pathologies: Dermatitis
  9. Pathologies: Vitiligo
  10. Pathologies: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
  11. Pathologies: Herpes
  12. Pathologies: Scleroderma

Gastrointestinal

9 topics
  1. Abdominal Quadrants
  2. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  3. Cholecystitis
  4. Peptic Ulcers
  5. Ulcerative Colitis vs. Crohn’s Disease
  6. Types of Hernias
  7. Hiatal Hernia
  8. Appendicitis vs. Diverticulitis
  9. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Renal

4 topics
  1. Anatomy of the Kidney
  2. Acute vs. Chronic Kidney Disease
  3. Types of Incontinence
  4. Urinary Tract Infection

Lymphatics

2 topics
  1. Lymphatic System
  2. Lymphedema

Endocrine

6 topics
  1. Endocrine System
  2. Hormones
  3. Addison’s Disease vs. Cushing’s Disease
  4. Hyper vs. Hypothyroidism
  5. Hyper vs. Hypoparathyroidism
  6. Diabetes

Genitourinary

4 topics
  1. Pregnancy
  2. Diastasis Recti
  3. Ectopic Pregnancy
  4. HIV/AIDS

Assistive Devices

12 topics
  1. K Levels
  2. Prosthetics
  3. Common Types of Assistive Devices
  4. Walkers
  5. Crutches
  6. Cane
  7. Assistive Device Ambulation Patterns
  8. ADA Requirements
  9. Above the Knee Amputations (AKAs)
  10. Below the Knee Amputations (BKAs)
  11. Orthosis
  12. Transfemoral and Transtibial Amputation

Modalities

6 topics
  1. Thermotherapy
  2. Cryotherapy
  3. Stimulation
  4. Ultrasound
  5. Iontophoresis
  6. Cervical & Lumbar Distraction

Safety

1 topics
  1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Research

17 topics
  1. Hierarchy of Evidence
  2. Systematic vs. Meta-Analysis Trials
  3. Qualitative vs. Quantitative
  4. Types of Quantitative Studies
  5. Key Definitions and Concepts
  6. Descriptive Statistics
  7. Distribution Curves
  8. Reliability vs. Validity
  9. Internal vs. External Validity
  10. Scales of Measurement
  11. Common Statistical Tests
  12. Sampling Methods
  13. Effect Size and Clinical Significance
  14. Generalizability
  15. Sensitivity vs. Specificity of Diagnostic Tests
  16. Correlation: Positive vs. Negative
  17. Common Types of Graphs

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What students say

“The feature I found most useful was the self generated quizzes where you are able to filter questions by the number you want to complete and by systems. Being able to see statistics on how you are scoring by system showed me where to direct my studies.”
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“The Typical Prep questions are more difficult than the ScoreBuilders and Final Frontier questions. Going over the questions and rationale gave me more detailed insight into the information.”
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“I’m a visual learner and I like how the book helped me to memorize all the concepts.”
Andrea MussiVerified buyer · Essentials book
“Having them banked by topic and then filtering them both before and after practice is super useful for studying. The long questions are thorough and challenge your test taking stamina.”
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Frequently asked questions

Is this for the NPTE-PTA?

Yes. The question bank and video course on this page are set up for the NPTE-PTA.

How does the Complete Study Bundle work?

It includes the question bank and the video course for the same length of time, plus the Physical Therapy Essentials Book. The book is 50% off with 3 months, 75% off with 6 months and free with 12 months.

I already have the book. What should I buy?

Buy the question bank and the video course on their own. Together they cost the same as the bundle without the book, so you never pay twice.

When does my access start?

When you activate it, not when you buy. You have up to 365 days after purchase to activate.

Is there a pass guarantee?

Yes. Complete the program and sit the NPTE. If you don't pass, we extend your access at no cost. Your official score report is required.

Is the book available digitally?

No. The Essentials books are printed and spiral bound, with free US shipping.