Rehabilitation is the process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury restore lost skills and so regainmaximum self-sufficiency. For example, rehabilitation work after a stroke may help the patient walk and speak clearly again.Therapeutic modalities are commonly used by physiotherapists to help their patients/clients achieve therapy goals. Thisbook is an excellent resource for students or for experienced physical therapists, or medical personnel. This textbook is anextensive course book on the concerned field. It is not just meant for the students of physiotherapy and occupationaltherapy, but would be equally helpful for rehabilitation professionals from diverse disciplines. It clearly explains the basis anduse of each different type of modality and allows clinicians to make their own decision as to which will be the most effective ina given situation. This text describes various concepts, principles, and theories that are supported by scientific research andfactual evidence. It is an essential text for all rehabilitation programs. There are numerous tables and illustrations in thisfriendlier edition.