Electrophysical Agents

Evidence-based Practice

13th Edition - March 17, 2020
Editors: Tim Watson, Ethne Nussbaum
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 5 1 5 1 - 7
eBook ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 7 6 9 2 - 3

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Electrophysical Modalities (formerly Electrotherapy: Evidence-Based Practice) is back in its 13th edition, continuing to uphold the standard of clinical research and evidence base for which it has become renowned. This popular textbook comprehensively covers the use of electrotherapy in clinical practice and includes the theory which underpins that practice. Over recent years the range of therapeutic agents involved and the scope for their use have greatly increased and the new edition includes and evaluates the latest evidence and most recent developments in this fast-growing field.Tim Watson is joined by co-editor Ethne Nussbaum and both bring years of clinical, research and teaching experience to the new edition, with a host of new contributors, all leaders in their specialty.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Preface
Acknowledgements
List of Contributors
Section 1. Introduction to Scientific Concepts
1. Introduction and General Concepts
Introduction
Current Concepts in ElectroPhysical Agents
Models of ElectroPhysical Agents
Electrotherapeutic Windows
Clinical Decision Making Using ElectroPhysical Agents
Conclusion
Section 2. Biophysical and Physiological Constructs
2. Physical Principles of Sound, Electricity and Magnetism
Introduction
Wave Motion
Electricity and Magnetism
Mechanical Waves
Heat and Temperature
3. Physiological Principles
The Neurobiology of Pain and Analgesia
Peripheral Nervous System
Central Nervous System
Principles of Chronic Pain
Summary
Soft Tissue Healing and Repair
Overview
Inflammatory Events
Proliferative Events
Remodelling Events
Therapy Influences
Summary
4. Foundations of Electrical Stimulation
Introduction
Basics of Electricity
Basics of Nerve Excitation
Parameters of Electrical Stimulation
Time-Modulated Medium Frequency Currents
Summary
Appendix
Section 3. Thermal and Microthermal Modalities
5. Biophysical Effects of Heating and Cooling
Introduction
Thermal Homoeostasis
Physiological Effects of Thermal Changes
Summary
Microthermal Low Energy Effects
Interactive Targets
The Effect of Dosage
Conclusion
6. Superficial Heating
History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Uses
Application
Summary
7. Pulsed and Continuous Shortwave and Radiofrequency Therapies
Introduction and History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects, Interactions and Responses
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Application
Non-Traditional Radiofrequency in Therapy
8. Cryotherapy
Introduction and History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects
General Principles of Application
Summary
Section 4. Non-Thermal, Microthermal and Light Energies
9. Ultrasound
Introduction
Physical Principles
Effects of Ultrasound
Biophysical Effects and Tissue Responses
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects
Ultrasound Application
Ultrasound Application Guide
Treatment Applicator Contamination and Microbial Spread
Summary
10. Laser/Photobiomodulation
Brief History
Definitions and Nomenclature
Physical Principles
Laser–Tissue Interaction
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Principles of Clinical Application
Key Points on Laser Treatment of Some Selected Conditions
Summary
11. Ultraviolet Therapy
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biophysical Interactions
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Clinical Effectiveness
Application Principles and Treatment Parameters
Summary
12. Magnetic and Pulsed Magnetic (PEMF) Therapies
Introduction – History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects, Interactions and Responses
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Application
Summary
13. Shockwave
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Uses
Application
Summary
14. Vibration
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects, Interactions and Responses
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Application
Summary
Section 5. Electrical Stimulation
15. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biological Effects
Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Application
Summary
16. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
Brief History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Uses
Application
Summary
17. Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects and Uses
Application
18. Alternating Currents: Interferential Therapy, Russian Stimulation and Burst-Modulated Low-Frequency Stimulation
Introduction
Physical Principles
Biophysical Interactions
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Uses
Treatment Parameters and Methods of Application
Treatment Parameters for BMAC and Russian Currents
Summary
19. Electrical Stimulation for Wounds
Brief History
Physical Principles
Clinical Evidence
Therapeutic Effects
Application
Summary
Section 6. Diagnostics
20. Electrodiagnosis
Introduction and History
Physical Principles
Biophysical Effects/Responses
Clinical Evidence
Application
21. Ultrasound Imaging
Introduction
Principles
Scanners
Doppler
Appearances: Features of an Ultrasound Image
Imaging Applications
Tendon
Bones
Joints
Nerves
Vascular
Lumps and Bumps
Lungs
Limitations of Ultrasound
Safety
Summary
Section 7. Safe Practice
22. Electrophysical Agents: General guidelines, Contraindications and Precautions
Introduction
Contraindications, Precautions, Safety and Application Issues
Index