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A Handbook of Physio-Therapy

by Alvah M. Stafford
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025701752
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 286
  • Original Price: GBP 17.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 404 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Allied Health Services / Physical Therapy

"A Handbook of Physio-Therapy" offers a detailed exploration of the foundational techniques and theories underlying the field of physical medicine in the early 20th century. Written by Alvah M. Stafford, this professional manual serves as an essential resource for understanding the historical development of therapeutic modalities. The work delves into various branches of physiotherapy, including massage, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, and thermotherapy, providing practitioners and students of the era with a systematic approach to clinical treatment.

The handbook emphasizes the importance of non-invasive, physical interventions in promoting healing and restoring function. It documents the clinical standards of the time, detailing how mechanical forces, water, heat, and electricity were harnessed to treat a wide array of ailments. From corrective gymnastics to the application of light and heat, the text outlines the physiological effects and practical applications of these diverse methods in a rigorous, instructional format.

As a significant historical document in the medical field, "A Handbook of Physio-Therapy" provides invaluable insight into the evolution of rehabilitative care. It remains a fascinating study for medical historians, physical therapy professionals, and those interested in the history of science and healthcare, preserving the knowledge that helped pave the way for modern therapeutic practices.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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