Physical Agents: Theory and Practice, ed 2

Abstract

Behrens BJ, Michlovitz SL. Philadelphia, PA 19103, FA Davis Co, 2005, paperback, 274 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-8036-1134-X, $ 44.95. The purpose of Physical Agents: Theory and Practice is to provide a textbook for teaching thermal, mechanical, and electrical modalities. The first edition was intended for physical therapist assistant students; however, this newer edition would work well for students in either physical therapist or physical therapist assistant education programs. The book contains 4 sections. The first section, “The Concept of Adjunctive Therapies,” provides background information necessary for the effective use of physical agents. Chapter 1 presents concise information about the physiology, assessment, and theories of pain and information about the process of soft tissue repair. Chapter 2 is titled “Patient Responses to Therapeutic Interventions.” One of the strengths of this book is the underlying concept of this …