Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation, Fifth Edition

The most comprehensive textbook available on therapeutic modalities in rehabilitation – enhanced by a full-color presentation and numerous case studies A Doody's Core Title for 2020! 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. • Essential text for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy programs • Author Bill Prentice was inducted into the National Athletic Trainers Association Hall of Fame in 2004 • Evidenced based and supported by case studies and laboratory activities to demonstrate the application of the modalities on patients