Description
Physical therapy is based on the therapeutic use of various forms of energy. It finds application in all medical, healthcare, and other fields. It plays a dominant role in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system, and we encounter it in rehabilitation departments, spas, recreational and fitness centers, and often even in home therapy. For its use to be truly effective and beneficial, it is essential to understand the physical nature of the different types of energy, the mechanisms of their effects on the body, the body's responses to their action, and, of course, the possible undesirable and side effects. The reader will also find options for utilizing ionizing radiation, which has an irreplaceable role in certain indications. Similar to many other fields, technical innovations play a significant role, and robotic rehabilitation is also mentioned. This well-illustrated publication will be useful for students of medical and healthcare faculties, biomedical engineering, as well as professionals in practice.
Information
Author: kolektiv autorů, Navrátil Leoš
Publication date: November 25, 2019
Manufacturer: GRADA Publishing, a. s.
Genres: Health, weight loss, and sports, Medicine and healthcare, Books, Non-fiction literature, Specialized and technical literature
Type: Books - paperback
Pages: 200
ISBN/EAN: 9788027104789