{"product_id":"therapeutic-modalities-for-musculoskeletal-injuries-3rd-edition-athletic-training-education","title":"Therapeutic Modalities for Musculoskeletal Injuries - 3rd Edition (Athletic Training Education)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTherapeutic Modalities for Musculoskeletal Injuries  Third Edition  provides comprehensive coverage of evidence-based therapies for athletic injury rehabilitation. Part of Human Kinetics Athletic Training Education Series  the updated third edition presents the most current research regarding therapeutic modalities for athletic injuries and improves on previous editions through the alignment of the texts content with the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Athletic Training Educational Competencies. The result is a valuable resource for students preparing for NATA certification. Therapeutic Modalities for Musculoskeletal Injuries  Third Edition  assists students and professionals in understanding the theoretical basis for and safe use of each modality. Readers will also find the text helpful in their research of the clinical literature to determine the effectiveness of each modality. In addition to explaining how to apply each therapy  this text addresses why and when each modality would prove safe and effective  providing readers with information for improved decision making regarding the utility of each modality in the injury management continuum. Therapeutic Modalities for Musculoskeletal Injuries offers balanced coverage of the uses and abuses of modality treatments  allowing readers to evaluate and apply the most effective modalities for specific injuries. The third edition begins with a discussion of the physical and psychological aspects of injury and rehabilitiation  persistent and chronic pain and pain relief  and the impact of injury and pain on neuromuscular control. Following that is a presentation of evidence-based application of therapeutic modalities  including cryotherapy and superficial heat  electrotherapy  ultrasound  diathermy  electromagnetic fields  low-level laser therapy  and manual therapies. Suggested treatment plans for acute musculoskeletal injuries  clinical applications for neuromuscular control and biofeedback  and clinical management of persistent pain conclude the text. Though specific treatment for individual problems is not prescribed  reference is made to specific guidelines  summary articles  and research articles for further study. In this way  the text encourages students and professionals to seek additional research in order to construct optimal treatment strategies and to support the clinical decisions they make. Therapeutic Modalities for Musculoskeletal Injuries  Third Edition  offers a variety of learning aids to help students understand  apply  and review the content  including chapter objectives  practical scenarios  key points  key terms  sidebars  review questions  and references. To reinforce practical scenarios  summary boxes throughout the text provide at-a-glance highlights of how treatments are used. Instructors will find time-saving supplemental materials  including a fully updated instructor guide  test bank  and image bank. Human Kinetics Athletic Training Education Series contains six textbooks  each with its own supporting instructional resources. Featuring the work of respected athletic training authorities  the series parallels and expounds on the content areas established by the NATA Education Council.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44952301469749,"sku":"ByrdShop_0736078916","price":43.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780736078917.jpg?v=1770158649","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/therapeutic-modalities-for-musculoskeletal-injuries-3rd-edition-athletic-training-education","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}