CRYOKINETICS METHOD of Injury Treatment
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What is the duration of the initial numbing in the CRYOKINETICS METHOD?

  • 10 minutes
  • 20 minutes (correct)
  • 15 minutes
  • 5 minutes

    • What is the primary mechanism of the SPRAY AND STRETCH technique?

  • Gate Control Theory (correct)
  • Myofascial relaxation
  • Cryogenic numbness
  • Muscle contraction

    • What type of fiber carries intense pain messages quickly?

  • Aα fiber
  • C fiber
  • Aβ fiber
  • Aδ fiber (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the vapocoolant in the SPRAY AND STRETCH technique?

    <p>To act as a counterirritant to myofascial pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many cold applications are used in the CRYOSTRETCH METHOD?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total time required for the soap application treatment?

    <p>10 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many minutes of graded and progressive exercises are performed in the CRYOKINETICS METHOD?

    <p>3’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fiber carries longer-term throbbing and chronic pain?

    <p>C fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optimal timing for cryotherapy in small areas with minimal fat and muscle?

    <p>3-5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of intermittent icing (10 min on: 10 min off) in cryotherapy?

    <p>To manage acute inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most intense cooling method in cryotherapy?

    <p>Ice water immersion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a precaution to consider when applying cryotherapy?

    <p>Applying it over a superficial main branch of a nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication of cryotherapy?

    <p>Cold urticaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cooling to reduce pain in cryotherapy?

    <p>To reduce pain intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indication of cryotherapy?

    <p>Acute/subacute traumatic and postsurgical injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of cryotherapy on physiological responses?

    <p>Neuropathy caused by cold exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of A β fibers in the body?

    <p>Inhibit the effects of firing by A delta and C fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended angle of application for spray and stretch therapy?

    <p>30º</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication for spray and stretch therapy?

    <p>Acute tendinopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range used in cryochambers?

    <p>-140º to -180ºC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cryotherapy on muscle spasm?

    <p>Decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cryotherapy on blood flow?

    <p>Decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using cryochambers for athletic recovery?

    <p>Shorten recovery time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cryotherapy on edema formation?

    <p>Decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary form of paroxysmal digital cyanosis?

    <p>Raynaud's phenomenon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cold packs on intramuscular temperature?

    <p>Reduction of 3-5°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using ice bags/packs in acute injuries?

    <p>Reduces swelling with limb in a raised position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of using gel cold packs?

    <p>Can be used on flat surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk of using instant chemical cold packs?

    <p>Burns from liquid leakage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cryomassage?

    <p>To relieve pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended application technique for ice packs/bags?

    <p>Intermittent application of 10 minutes with 10 minutes rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cryotherapy on nerve damage?

    <p>Causes nerve damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of cryotherapy in muscle recovery?

    <p>Relieves muscle pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between cryokinesis and cryostretch?

    <p>Cryokinesis is a type of cryotherapy exercise, while cryostretch is a type of cryotherapy application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Aβ Fibers and Pain Transmission

    • Large-diameter Aβ fibers are responsible for nonnociceptive transmission, meaning they do not transmit pain stimuli.
    • They inhibit the activity of Aδ and C fibers, which are nociceptive and transmit pain signals.

    Spray and Stretch Technique

    • Patient is positioned to stretch the muscle while applying spray in parallel sweeps over the affected area.
    • Spray should be applied at a 30º angle from 45 cm away.
    • One hand performs the spray while the other hand stretches the muscle.
    • Contraindications include acute tendinopathy, muscle traumas, hypermobility, and joint instability.

    Cryotherapy Methods

    • Various methods to apply cold include frozen wet towels, cold baths, cold whirlpools, and cryopressure units.

    Cryochambers

    • Temperature range: -140º to -180ºC for 3-5 minutes.
    • Benefits include shortened recovery times and enhanced sports performance.
    • Provides pain relief and strengthens collagen; it is dry and air-still, avoiding metal exposure.

    Effects of Cryotherapy and Thermotherapy

    • Cryotherapy: reduces pain and muscle spasms, increases nerve velocity, and edema formation.
    • Thermotherapy: increases blood flow, metabolic rate, collagen extensibility, and reduces joint stiffness and spasticity.

    Optimal Cryotherapy Application

    • Timing is crucial: Smaller areas of tissue require less time (3-5 min) compared to large/deep tissues (20 min).
    • Intermittent icing (10 minutes on, 10 minutes off) is more effective for acute inflammation than continuous icing.
    • Levels of cooling intensity: Ice water immersion is most intense, followed by crushed ice and cold gel packs.

    Indications for Cryotherapy

    • Effective for acute/subacute traumatic injuries, postsurgical pain, muscle spasms, spasticity disorders, and burns.

    Precautions and Contraindications

    • Avoid application over major nerves, open wounds, or in patients with hypertension, poor sensation, or certain syndromes.
    • Cold urticaria can cause skin reactions, while cold intolerance may lead to severe pain or color changes.
    • Other contraindications include Raynaud’s disease and paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria.

    Adverse Effects

    • Potential risks include tissue death, frostbite, nerve damage, and unwanted vasodilation.

    Cryotherapy Application Techniques

    • Ice Bags/Packs: Provide more cooling than cold packs; less insulation is needed, effective for about 20 minutes.
    • Gel Cold Packs: Filled with silica or saline mix; should not be applied directly to the skin.
    • Instant Chemical Cold Packs: Provide portable cold sources; single-use and can cause burns if leaking.
    • Cryomassage: Ice-filled bag applied over skin with soap for lubrication, lasting about 10 minutes.
    • Cryokinetics: Combines cold applications (20 min for numbing, followed by active exercises).
    • Cryostretch: Similar to cryokinetics but includes passive stretching and isometric contractions.

    Gate Control Theory of Pain

    • Afferent pain transmission involves Aδ and C fibers for acute and chronic pain respectively.
    • Activation of nonnociceptive fibers can inhibit the signals from pain fibers, reducing the perception of pain.

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    A treatment method combining cold applications with active exercises to aid in injury recovery. The process involves cold applications for numbing and exercises of graded intensity.

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