Rehab Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the benefit of heat therapy?
Vasodilation of blood vessels, increasing blood flow, reduces tension, reduces pain and soreness
Heat therapy is beneficial for chronic injuries and late-stage acute injuries.
What are the benefits of cold therapy?
Vasoconstriction of blood vessels, reduce blood flow, reduce pain and swelling
Cold therapy can be effective for acute injuries, particularly within the first 72 hours.
What are the risks associated with heat therapy?
Increased swelling and pain, tissue and nerve damage, skin burns/abrasions
Incorrect application of heat can exacerbate injuries.
What are the risks associated with cold therapy?
Incorrect application can cause swelling or tissue damage
Cold therapy should be applied correctly to avoid negative effects.
What is contrast therapy?
Large increases in blood flow and nutrient delivery to damaged area, reduces swelling and pain
Contrast therapy combines both heat and cold applications.
What types of injuries is heat therapy used for?
Chronic injuries, late-stage acute injuries
Heat therapy is not recommended for acute injuries in the early stages.
What types of injuries is cold therapy used for?
Acute injuries, early stage (first 72 hrs), soft tissue injuries
Cold therapy is primarily for injuries with bleeding and inflammation.
What are non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
Pills or medication such as Ibuprofen and Aspirin, available over the counter
NSAIDs are commonly used to reduce inflammation and pain.
What do NSAIDs do?
Reduce the inflammatory response and temperature, inhibit chemical release that leads to inflammation
They also interfere with pain signals.
What are the risks of overusing NSAIDs?
Glycaemic index problems, bleeding, shock, stroke, heart attack
Long-term use should be monitored by a doctor.
What side effects can NSAIDs cause?
Heartburn, nausea, diarrhoea, headaches
Long-term use may lead to gastrointestinal problems.
True or False: Long-term use of NSAIDs can lead to further damage to an injury.
True
The injury may be masked, leading to premature return to training.
Fill in the blank: NSAIDs can interfere with _______ signals.
pain
This interference helps in managing pain associated with injuries.
What is the benefit of heat therapy?
Vasodilation of blood vessels, increasing blood flow, reduces tension, reduces pain and soreness
Heat therapy is beneficial for chronic injuries and late-stage acute injuries.
What are the benefits of cold therapy?
Vasoconstriction of blood vessels, reduce blood flow, reduce pain and swelling
Cold therapy can be effective for acute injuries, particularly within the first 72 hours.
What are the risks associated with heat therapy?
Increased swelling and pain, tissue and nerve damage, skin burns/abrasions
Incorrect application of heat can exacerbate injuries.
What are the risks associated with cold therapy?
Incorrect application can cause swelling or tissue damage
Cold therapy should be applied correctly to avoid negative effects.
What is contrast therapy?
Large increases in blood flow and nutrient delivery to damaged area, reduces swelling and pain
Contrast therapy combines both heat and cold applications.
What types of injuries is heat therapy used for?
Chronic injuries, late-stage acute injuries
Heat therapy is not recommended for acute injuries in the early stages.
What types of injuries is cold therapy used for?
Acute injuries, early stage (first 72 hrs), soft tissue injuries
Cold therapy is primarily for injuries with bleeding and inflammation.
What are non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
Pills or medication such as Ibuprofen and Aspirin, available over the counter
NSAIDs are commonly used to reduce inflammation and pain.
What do NSAIDs do?
Reduce the inflammatory response and temperature, inhibit chemical release that leads to inflammation
They also interfere with pain signals.
What are the risks of overusing NSAIDs?
Glycaemic index problems, bleeding, shock, stroke, heart attack
Long-term use should be monitored by a doctor.
What side effects can NSAIDs cause?
Heartburn, nausea, diarrhoea, headaches
Long-term use may lead to gastrointestinal problems.
