TY  - BOOK
AU  - Bélanger,Alain
TI  - Therapeutic electrophysical agents: an evidence-based handbook 
SN  - 9781975159580
U1  - 615.83 22
PY  - 2023///]
CY  - Philadelphia
PB  - Wolters Kluwer
KW  - Physical therapy
KW  - BUEsh
KW  - Evidence-based medicine
KW  - June2024
KW  - PT
KW  - Reading book
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Foundation of therapeutic electrophysical agents -- Soft-tissue healing process -- Purchase, maintenance, calibration, and safety -- Thermotherapy -- Cryotherapy -- Hydrotherapy -- Shortwave diathermy therapy -- Low-level laser therapy -- Ultraviolet therapy for dermatoses -- Electrical stimulation for muscle dysfunction -- Electrical stimulation for pain -- Electrical stimulation for tissue repair -- Iontophoresis therapy -- Spinal traction therapy -- Intermittent pneumatic compression therapy -- Continuous passive motion therapy -- Ultrasound therapy -- Extracorporeal shockwave therapy
N2  - "The outright practice of therapeutic electrophysical agents at your fingertips - open, learn, and apply! Pocket-sized and perfect for learning or practice in any setting, Therapeutic Electrophysical Agents: An Evidence-Based Handbook, 4th Edition, instills the expertise with electrophysical agents needed for success in physical therapy. This proven, practical text is built on evidence from the most recent published peer-reviewed scientific and clinical literature, providing a credible and reliable foundation for safe, effective practice. The updated 4th edition features a new, streamlined design that emphasizes essential knowledge and skills in a compact, portable format preferred by today's busy students and practitioners, accompanied by online resources that simplify conversion and dosimetric calculations to save time while ensuring accurate results. New pocket-sized format provides fast, easy access to essential information on demand. New Takeaways feature highlight key elements related to each chapter. New and easier approach to objective dosimetry through multiple exemplified formulas and calculations. New recommended reading list loaded with the most recent published meta-analysis, systematic reviews, and randomized controlled trials. New listing of Indications to optimize therapeutic effectiveness based on best evidence. Updated Contraindications, Risks, and Precautions for use enhance safety and clinical decision-making. Updated step-by-step guidance to application. Updated full-color photos and illustrations clarify concepts and reinforce understanding. "--
ER  -