Physical Agents Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Physical Agent?
A
- Heat
- Cold
- Water
- Pressure
- Electromagnetic Radiation
- Electrical Currents
2
Q
Categories of PA?
A
- Thermal Agents
- Mechanical Agents
- Traction
- Compression
- Electromagnetic Agents
3
Q
Thermal Agents
A
- Ultra Sound, Diatheramy (Deep)
- Moist Heat Pack (Superficial)
- Cold Pack (cooling)
4
Q
Mechanical Agents
A
- Traction
- Compression
- H2O (whirlpool)
- Ultra Sound
5
Q
Electromagnetic Agents
A
- Ultraviolet
- Light / Laser
- Diathermy
6
Q
Electric Currents
A
- TENS
- ESTIM
7
Q
Physical Agents treat?
A
- Symptoms
8
Q
Impairments
A
- Alterations of physical / physiological / psychological structures that result from underlying pathology
9
Q
Functional Limitations
A
- Restriction in ability to perform activity efficently
10
Q
Disability
A
- Inability to perform activities required for self-care, home, work or community roles
11
Q
How should PA be selected?
A
- Goals and effect of treatment
- Contraindications & Precautions
- Evidence for PA
- Cost, Convenience, Availability
