Therapeutic modalities
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Bibliographic Information
Therapeutic modalities
F.A. Davis, c2013
4th ed
- : hardcover
Available at 4 libraries
Note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
The 4th Edition of the field's premier text on therapeutic modalities reflects evidence-based practice research and technologies that are impacting professional practice today.
Step by step, you'll build a solid foundation in the theory and science that underlie today's best practices and then learn how to treat a wide range of orthopedic injuries.
Table of Contents
Injury Response and Treatment Planning
The Injury Response Process
The Physiology and Psychology of Pain
Development and Delivery of Intervention Strategies
Administrative Considerations
Therapeutic Cold and Superficial Heating Agents
Thermal Modalities
Clinical Application of Thermal Modalities
Deep-Heating Agents
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Clinical Application of Therapeutic Ultrasound
Shortwave Diathermy
Clinical Application of Shortwave Diathermy
Electrical Stimulation
Principles of Electrical Stimulation
Electrical Stimulation Techniques
Clinical Application of Electrical Agents
Mechanical and Light Modalities
Intermittent Compression
Continuous Passive Motion
Cervical and Lumbar Traction
Therapeutic Massage
Electromyographic Biofeedback
Low-Level Laser Therapy
Appendices
Physical Properties Governing Therapeutic Modalities
Trigger Points and Pain Patterns
Medical Shorthand
Motor Points
Ohm's Law
Section Quiz Answers
Case Study Discussion
Glossary
Index
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