Thermotherapy Flashcards
1
Q
Thermotherapy effects?
A
Vasodilation
release of chemical mediators
2
Q
Thermo neuromuscular effects?
A
- increases conduction velocity
- increases pain threshold through gating
- decrease in muscle strength
3
Q
What does thermotherapy do to metabolic rate?
A
increases metabolic rate
4
Q
Does heat increase collagen extensibility?
A
True
5
Q
What are some indications for thermotherapy?
A
accelerated healing via increased circulation, enzymatic activity and availability of oxygen
6
Q
What are some contraindications for thermotherapy?
A
- recent or potential hemorrhage
- thrombophlebitis
- impaired sensation
- impaired mentation
- malignant tumor
- IR irradiation of the eyes
7
Q
What are some precautions for thermotherapy?
A
- acute injury
- pregnancy
- impaired circulation
- poor thermal regulation
- edema
- cardiac insufficiency
- metal in the area
- over an open wound
- demyelinated nerves
8
Q
What is the average treatment time for hot packs?
A
15-20 min
9
Q
What is the protocol for contrast bath?
A
3-4 min in warm water then 1 min in cool water.
Repeat for 4-5 sequences. End in warm water
total treatment time 25-30 min.
10
Q
what do you need to document for contrast bath?
A
- temp of two baths
- interval of time between hot and cold
- total treatment time
