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Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures: Therapeutic Modalities (Oestmann, Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures),Used
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This revised and expanded editionnow in an easily readable outline formfocuses on stepbystep application of major treatment techniques currently in use. It opens with the advantages, disadvantages, indications, precautions, contraindications, goals, and effects for all treatments. These categories are included in the various chapters, and are absolutely essential for practitioners to provide effective and efficient treatments that are safe and reimbursable. Each of the modalities listed in the book has a Central Procedure Code (CPT) associated with it which is important to note for reimbursement purposes and appear at the beginning of each chapter. New to this edition is the reasoning and justification for the application instructions. Detailed instructions for therapeutic exercise, massage, mobilizations, passive and active range of motion, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, and traction are given, with new and additional illustrations. While the fundamental format covering the superficial heating modalities including warm whirlpool, hydrocollator and instant hot packs, melted paraffin, infrared radiation, and fluidotherapy has remained the same, these topics have been revised and updated. The list of equipment manufacturers has been updated and remains an excellent source for information. This text continues to fulfill the existing need within the field for an uptodate, precise, and comprehensive book that details the development that is necessary for physical therapy students, practitioners, athletic trainers, sports medicine professionals, and rehabilitation therapists.
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- Q: What is the main focus of Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures? A: The book focuses on step-by-step application of major treatment techniques currently in use in physical therapy, highlighting advantages, disadvantages, indications, and goals for various therapeutic modalities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures is R. Eric Oestmann.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the 6th edition of Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures contains 429 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book use? A: The book is bound in a plastic comb format, making it flexible and easy to use.
- Q: When was this book published? A: Downer's Physical Therapy Procedures was published on November 1, 2003.
- Q: What are the main topics covered in the book? A: The book covers various therapeutic modalities, including detailed instructions for therapeutic exercise, massage, mobilizations, and electrical stimulation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in physical therapy? A: Yes, this book is designed to fulfill the needs of physical therapy students, practitioners, and other professionals in the field.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features new and additional illustrations to aid in understanding the therapeutic modalities.
- Q: Can this book be used for reimbursement purposes? A: Yes, each modality in the book has a Central Procedure Code (CPT) associated with it, which is important for reimbursement purposes.