DESCRIPTION:
Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation is a theoretically based but practically oriented guide to the use of therapeutic modalities for practicing clinicians and their students. It clearly presents the basis for use of each different type of modality and allows clinicians to make their own decision as to which will be the most effective in a given situation. Presented in full color, the text describes various concepts, principles, and theories that are supported by scientific research, factual evidence, and experience of the authors in dealing with various conditions.
CONTENTS:
Part I: Foundations of Therapeutic Modalities
Chapter 1. The Basic Science of Therapeutic Modalities
Chapter 2. Using Therapeutic Modalities to Affect the Healing Process
Chapter 3. The Role of Therapeutic Modalities in Wound Healing
Chapter 4. Managing Pain with Therapeutic Modalities
Part II: Electrical Energy Modalities
Chapter 5. Basic Principles of Electricity and Electrical Stimulating Currents
Chapter 6. Iontophoresis
Chapter 7. Biofeedback
Chapter 8. Principles of Electrophysiologic Evaluation and Testing
Part III: Thermal Energy Modalities
Chapter 9. Cryotherapy and Thermotherapy
Part IV: Sound Energy Modalities
Chapter 10. Therapeutic Ultrasound
Chapter 11. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Part V: Electromagnetic Energy Modalities
Chapter 12. Shortwave and Microwave Diathermy
Chapter 13. Low-Power Laser Therapy
Part VI: Mechanical Energy Modalities
Chapter 14. Spinal Traction
Chapter 15. Intermittent Compression Devices
Part VI: Other Modalities
Chapter 16. Therapeutic Massage
Appendix A Locations of the Motor Points
Appendix B Units of Measure
Answers to Self-Test Questions
