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Therapeutic Modalities - Ch23

Horizontales
A method of heat transfer that takes place indirectly through a secondary conductive medium.
A "dry" whirlpool.
Uses heat to increase the temperature of a body region.
Uses interfering electrical currents to regulate bloodflow, reduce pain, decrease edema, relieve muscle spasms, and strengthen muscle tissue.
Uses cold to reduce the temperature of body tissue.
A debilitating syndrome in which pain caused by injury produces muscle spasms that increase pain and spasms in a cyclical manner.
The use of electrical current to block the sensation of pain to a given area of the body.
Hydrocollator packs deliver __?__ heat.
The application of physical exercise following an illness or injury to restore optimal health and function to an individual.
Stimulation used in the treatment of contusions, sprains, strains, and acute edema.
Ice placed in a plastic bag.
Commonly used for chronic tendonitis, chronic bursitis, and muscle strains.
An aerosol coolant.
The rehabilitative distraction, or pulling, of a body part or segment.
Verticales
A method of heat transfer that takes place through other forms of energy, such as sound, electricity, or chemicals.
A method of heat transfer by direct contact with another medium.
a mixture of seven parts wax to one part mineral oil and is maintained at a temperature of 118 to 127°F.
Modality that uses electrical current to achieve therapeutic effects.
Ice water immersion requires the use of a __?__.
a method of heat transfer that takes place when a liquid is converted to a gas.
describes various methods and agents used to manipulate circulation (bloodflow) in the treatment of muscles and joints.
Primarily used to re-educate injured or impaired muscles, slow the effects of atrophy, and increase the strength of healthy muscles through electrical stimulation.
A method of heat transfer by or from its source to the surrounding environment in the form of waves or rays.
Combines heated or cooled water with amassaging action to increasethe treatment’s effectiveness.
The systematic manipulation, methodical pressure, friction, and kneading of the soft tissues of the body.
Uses a high-frequency electrical current to heat the body’s tissue.