<DIV><BR> The successful <B><I>Physical Agent Modalities: Theory and Application for the Occupational Therapist</I></B> has been updated and revised into a comprehensive <B><I>Second Edition</I></B> that logically provides a foundation for understanding the bio-physiological effects of physical agents and their impact on an individual&rsquo;s occupational performance and functioning.<br><br> Recognized as an expert in physical agent modalities, Dr. Alfred Bracciano clearly and effectively explains difficult concepts in an easy-to-understand format and presents information that can be readily applied in the clinical setting.<br><br> <B><I>Physical Agent Modalities, Second Edition</I></B> provides the occupational therapist and student with a user-friendly and organized reference on the application of physical agent modalities, commonly used by occupational therapists, as well as emerging technologies and interventions such as lasers and electromyographic biofeedback.<br><br> This <B><I>Second Edition</I></B> outlines the application procedures for each modality, indications for their use, and the precautions and contraindications of the modality. New graphics and pictures enhance the reader&rsquo;s understanding of the physical agents, while case studies facilitate clinical reasoning and provide a practical resource to safely and effectively understand and use physical agents.<br><br> <B>New to the Second Edition:</B><br> &bull; A chapter outlining a theoretical framework for physical agent modalities used by occupational therapists based on the AOTA Occupational Therapy Practice Framework<br> &bull; Extensive coverage of the changes in state regulatory issues and guidelines impacting the use of physical agents by occupational therapists<br> &bull; A discussion on the impact of the revised AOTA PAM Position Paper, NBCOT Practice Analysis, and the ACOTE requirements on the education and training of occupational therapists in physical agent modalities<br> &bull; A chapter reviewing laser and light therapy, clinical applications, precautions, and indications for use<br><br> <B>Each Chapter Contains:</B><br> &bull; Objectives<br> &bull; Glossary of Key Terms<br> &bull; Case Studies<br> &bull; References<br><br> With a user-friendly format, updated chapters, and volumes of new information, <B><I>Physical Agent Modalities: Theory and Application for the Occupational Therapist, Second Edition</I></B> provides clinicians, educators, and students with a common language to facilitate the incorporation of physical agents into clinical practice grounded in evidence-based practice.<br><br></DIV>