Physical agents in rehabilitation : from research to practice

This comprehensive resource provides the information needed to apply physical agents effectively and safely within a complete rehabilitation program. Coverage is divided into 3 sections. The first section addresses the types of problems that can be treated with physical agents. The second section explores all of the physical agents themselves, including step-by-step instructions on how to apply them. Finally, the third section explains how to integrate physical agents into the entire treatment plan for a patient. Clinical case studies demonstrate the decision-making process necessary to choose a course of treatment with physical agents.

1 Introduction to Physical Agents

Section 1 Pathology and Patient Problems

2 Inflammation and Repair

3 Pain

4 Tone Abnormalities

5 Motion Restrictions

Section 2 The Physical Agents

6 Thermal Agents: Cold and Heat

7 Ultrasound

8 Electrical Currents

9 Hydrotherapy

10 Traction

11 Compression

12 Electromagnetic Radiation

Section 3 Integrating Physical Agents into Present and Future Practice

13 Integrating Physical Agents into Patient Care

14 Directions for Future Research and Application

Appendices

Glossary of Commonly Used Terms Commonly Used

Abbreviations and Acronyms Units

Index

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