ABSTRACT
Physical agents such as sunlight, water, mud baths, and mineral baths have been used as therapeutic agents for the management of pain since ancient times. Today, in the modern world, physical therapists trained in the use of physical agents such as electricity, sound, magnetism, water, and exercises use sophisticated equipment for pain management and the treatment of musculoskeletal and neurological problems. However, the physical agents and modalities themselves are not the complete answer to the problem. Physical exercises, combined with other modalities, help the whole patient and return the patient to normal activities of daily living.
