Principles and Practice of Electrotherapy

The 4th Edition of this widely acclaimed text continues the tradition of previous editions by providing a practical, "how-to" manual that describes the indications, contraindications, and application techniques of electrotherapy. The author shares his unique point of view throughout, emphasizing treatment techniques, clinical skills, and innovative treatment planning.

Features
Includes personal commentary on electrotherapeutic topics, practical considerations, the future of the profession, areas of special interest and purchasing equipment.
Based on principles of physics rather than protocols or "standardised" approaches.
Shows the reader "how to do it" with detailed illustrations and photographs of techniques.
Provides up-to-date references for each topic, as well as an appendix of commonly asked questions.
Features coverage of microampere electrical stimulation, as well as a chapter on Treatment Designs that discusses a broad spectrum of techniques for a side selection of conditions.
Offers new coverage of Chi Gong infrasonic therapy and magnetic field therapy.

Introduction of Electrotherapy. High-Frequency Currents. Radiation. Ultrasound. Electrical Stimulation. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. Iontophoresis. Testing Procedures. Treatment Planning. Nagneti8c Field Therapy. Recent Developments in Electrotherapy. General Considerations. Appendices: Equipment Selection. Questions Most Often Asked.