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THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL MODALITIES IN PAIN MANAGEMENT

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Feb 1999Publisher:Elsevier BVJournal:Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America, volume 25, pages 233-248 (issn: 0889-857X,

Authors: Marian A. Minor; Marilyn K. Sanford;

doi: 10.1016/s0889-857x(05)70062-4

pmid: 10083966

THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL MODALITIES IN PAIN MANAGEMENT

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Abstract

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. Exercise is presented in terms of mode and effect of range of motion, muscle conditioning, and aerobic exercise.

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University of Missouri
United States

Keywords

Arthritis, Humans, Pain, Pain Management, Exercise, Physical Therapy Modalities

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