{"product_id":"therapeutic-agents-for-the-physical-therapist-assistant-9781630912420","title":"Therapeutic Agents for the Physical Therapist","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe first textbook specifically for physical therapist assistant (PTA) students on physical agent modalities, \u003ci\u003eTherapeutic Agents for the Physical Therapist Assistant\u003c\/i\u003e is a standout resource that will greatly enhance a PTA curriculum. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eTherapeutic Agents for the Physical Therapist Assistant\u003c\/i\u003e focuses on the use and execution of each physical agent, covering thermal, sound-energy, mechanical, electrical, and electromagnetic agents. Tables, graphs, review questions, and photos are included for visual reference and lab practice. Clinical tips and case studies are sprinkled throughout each chapter, along with sample documentation and checklists to follow when documenting a therapeutic modality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTopics include:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermal agents, including thermotherapy and cryotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound-energy modalities, including therapeutic ultrasound and phonophoresis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical agents, including hydrotherapy, traction, compression, manual therapy, and soft-tissue mobilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical agents, including electrotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectromagnetic agents, including shortwave diathermy, low-level laser therapy, infrared light therapy, and ultraviolet light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eIncluded with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use in the classroom, consisting of an Instructor’s Manual and PowerPoint slides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis textbook is perfect for instructors in PTA programs looking for a text on physical modalities and agents that is geared specifically toward their students. This text will equally hold a valuable place on the shelf as a valuable reference text for PTA students after they enter the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit I: Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 1: An Introduction to Physical Agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 2: Modality Categories and Indications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit II: Thermal Agents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 3: Thermotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 4: Cryotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit III: Sound-Energy Modalities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 5: Therapeutic Ultrasound and Phonophoresis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit IV: Mechanical Agents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 6: Hydrotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 7: Traction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 8: Compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 9: Manual Therapy and Soft-Tissue Mobilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit V: Electrical Agents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 10: Electrotherapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnit VI: Electromagnetic Agents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 11: Shortwave Diathermy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 12: Low-Level Laser Therapy, Infrared Light Therapy, and Ultraviolet Light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppendix: Key Abbreviations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto Credits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SLACK Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51020147786071,"sku":"9781630912420","price":66.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781630912420.jpg?v=1750782570","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/therapeutic-agents-for-the-physical-therapist-assistant-9781630912420","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}