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Physical agents in rehabilitation : an evidence-based approach to practice /

Physical agents in rehabilitation : an evidence-based approach to practice /

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Main Author: Cameron, Michelle H. (Author, MD, PT, MCR, Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, Oregon Health & Science University, MS Fellowship Director, MS Center for Excellence-West, VA Portland Health Care System, Owner, Health Potentials, Portland, Oregon.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Edition:Fifth edition.
Subjects:
Physical therapy.
Medicine, Physical.
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to physical agents. The physiology of physical agents
  • Physical agents in clinical practice
  • Pathology and patient problems. Inflammation and tissue repair
  • Pain and pain management
  • Tone abnormalities
  • Motion restrictions
  • Thermal agents. Introduction to thermal agents
  • Superficial cold and heat
  • Ultrasound
  • Diathermy
  • Electrical currents. Introduction to electrotherapy
  • Electrical currents for muscle contractions
  • Electrical currents for pain control
  • Electrical currents for soft tissue healing
  • Electromyographic (EMG) Biofeedback
  • Electromagnetic Agents. Lasers and light
  • Ultraviolet therapy
  • Mechanical agents. Hydrotherapy
  • Traction
  • Compression.