Physical Agents: Theory and Practice for the Physical Therapist Assistant
by By Michlovitz, Susan L., Behrens, Barbara J., and Mannheimer, Jeffrey S.
Category: Medical , Allied Health Services , Physical Therapy

A text for prospective physical and occupational therapist assistants, covering the use of heat, cold, water, electricity, light, and mechanical devices for the rehabilitation of physical dysfunction and movement disorders. Covers principles for practice, the application of physical agents, and the decision-making paradigm, with chapter objectives, summaries, and questions. Assumes no foundation in general physics or physiology. Includes b&w photos and diagrams. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.