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An Introduction to Physical Therapy Modalities

2007
Timely and appropriate rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries is the most effective way of restoring full function and decreasing the likelihood of recurrence of the same injury. Application of specific physical therapy modalities and therapeutic exercises is based on the stages of healing.
Brenda L, Chapman, Rainer B, Liebert, Monica R, Lininger, Jessica J, Groth   +3 more
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Physical Therapy Modalities in Management of Fibromyalgia

Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2006
The etiology of fibromyalgia syndrome (FM) is uncertain and the prognosis for symptomatic recovery is generally poor. A wide variety of interventions are used in the management of FM. There is, however, no clear consensus on the treatment of choice and FM remains relatively refractory to treatment.
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Physical Modalities of Therapy in Pediatric Rheumatic Diseases

Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America, 1991
The approach to rehabilitation management of childhood rheumatic disease differs in many ways from that of adult disease. Among the special considerations are the effects of chronic musculoskeletal inflammation in a growing and developing individual and the tendency of children to tighten their joints into positions of comfort, with fewer problems ...
H M, Emery, S L, Bowyer
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Physical Agent Modalities in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals

Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 2015
Physical agent modalities can be effective components of the overall rehabilitation of small animals. This article reviews the effects, indications, contraindications, and precautions of cold, superficial heat, therapeutic ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
June, Hanks, David, Levine, Barbara, Bockstahler   +2 more
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THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL MODALITIES IN PAIN MANAGEMENT

Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America, 1999
This article provides an overview to arthritis care of the common physical modalities (heat, cold, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, low-energy laser, topical applications, and external devices). The rationale for use and effectiveness of the various physical modalities are discussed.
M A, Minor, M K, Sanford
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Physical Therapy Modalities for Older Persons

2017
Physical therapy modalities are commonly prescribed to relieve pain and to restore full function of older adults suffering from musculoskeletal diseases. The choice of a specific physical modality depends on patient’s specific disease, his health conditions, and comorbidities.
A. Musumeci, J. V. Papathanasiou, E. Lena, C. Assenza, C. Giordani, C. Foti, L. Gobbo, S. Masiero   +7 more
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Physical Therapy Management of Patients through Cross Modality

Physical Therapy, 1976
Cross modality is a method for channeling therapeutic services from various health disciplines (modalities) through a single therapist who provides direct treatment and care. A pilot project at the University of Michigan's Institute for the Study of Mental Retardation and Related Disabilities tested this method in three mental retardation institutions.
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Physical Therapy Modalities and Rehabilitation Techniques in the Management of Neuropathic Pain

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 2014
Neuropathic pain is an important problem because of its complex natural history, unclear etiology, and poor response to standard physical therapy agents. It causes severe disability unrelated to its etiology. The primary goals of the management of neuropathic pain are to detect the underlying cause, to define the differential diagnosis and eliminate ...
Gulseren, Akyuz, Ozge, Kenis
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