BookWilliam E. Prentice, PhD, PT, ATC, FNATA ; with case studies and lab activities contributed by, William Quillen, PT, DPT, PhD, FACSM, Frank Underwood, PhD, MPT, ECS.
Summary: "Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation is a theoretically based but practically orientated 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. Present 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 1. Foundations of therapeutic modalities. The basic science of therapeutic modalities
Using therapeutic modalities to affect the healing process
The role of therapeutic modalities in wound healing
Managing pain with therapeutic modalities
Part 2. Electrical energy modalities. Basic principles of electricity and electrical stimulating currents
Iontophoresis
Biofeedback
Principles of electrophysiologic evaluation and testing
Part 3. Thermal energy modalities. Cryotherapy and thermotherapy
Part 4. Sound energy modalities. Therapeutic ultrasound
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy
Part 5. Electromagnetic energy modalities. Shortwave and microwave diathermy
Light therapy
Part 6. Mechanical energy modalities. Spinal traction
Intermittent pneumatic compression devices
Therapeutic massage
Vibration therapy.