| Description |
xvi, 300 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm |
| Contents |
Physical agent modalities: a theoretical framework -- Regulatory guidelines for the use of physical agents -- Wound healing -- Pain theory and perception -- Cryotherapy -- Thermotherapy: superficial heat agents -- Therapeutic ultrasound and phonophoresis -- Principles of electrotherapy / Alfred G. Bracciano, Kirk Peck -- Neuromuscular electrical stimulation: applications and indications -- Trancutaneous electrical nerve stimulation -- Iontophoresis -- Low level laser and light therapy |
| Summary |
"Physical Agent Modalities. Second Edition provides the occupational therapist and student with a user-friendly and organized reference on the application of physical agent modalities, commonly used by occupational therapists, as well as emerging technologies and interventions such as lasers and electromyographic biofeedback." "This Second Edition outlines the application procedures for each modality, indications for their use, and the precautions and contraindications of the modality. New graphics and pictures enhance the reader's understanding of the physical agents, while case studies facilitate clinical reasoning and provide a practical resource to safely and effectively understand and use physical agents." |
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"With a user-friendly format, updated chapters, and volumes of new information, Physical Agent Modalities: Theory and Application for the Occupational Therapist, Second Edition provides clinicians, educators, and students with a common language to facilitate the incorporation of physical agents into clinical practice grounded in evidence-based practice."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Medicine, Physical.
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Physical therapy.
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Occupational therapists.
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Occupational Therapy -- methods.
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Cryotherapy.
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Electric Stimulation Therapy.
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Hot Temperature -- therapeutic use.
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Ultrasonic Therapy.
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| LC no. |
2007048787 |
| ISBN |
9781556426490 soft cover alkaline paper |
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1556426496 soft cover alkaline paper |
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