an evidence-based approach to practice Cameron, Michelle H. creator author. text bibliography mou 2018 Fifth edition. monographic eng

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xi, 448 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 28 cm Provides support for how physical agent modalities are discussed in the classroom and used in clinical rehabilitation practice to improve patient outcomes. This new edition brings the ideal balance of evidence and practical instruction to the learning and practice of physical agents in rehabilitation. 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. Michelle H. Cameron. Includes bibliographical references and index. Physical Therapy Modalities Physical Therapy Modalities instrumentation Rehabilitation methods Evidence-Based Practice Physical therapy Medicine, Physical RM700 .C276 2018 615.82 CMP 2018 B-084 WB 460 9780323445672 (paperback) 0323445675 (paperback) 2017470855 NLM 171013 20210304193909.0 1005991203 eng