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What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in pain modulation?
What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in pain modulation?
- To prevent muscle atrophy
- To reduce acute and chronic pain (correct)
- To temporarily decrease spasticity
- To facilitate muscle contraction
What is a precaution for electrical current in patients with cardiac disease?
What is a precaution for electrical current in patients with cardiac disease?
- To use a lower intensity of electrical current
- To use electrical stimulation only in cases of unstable arrhythmia
- To monitor cardiac activity during treatment (correct)
- To avoid electrical stimulation on the chest
What is a potential adverse effect of electrical current on the skin?
What is a potential adverse effect of electrical current on the skin?
- Inflammation
- Irritation
- Burns
- All of the above (correct)
What is the primary goal of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) in wound healing?
What is the primary goal of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) in wound healing?
Why is electrical stimulation contraindicated in patients with malignant tumors?
Why is electrical stimulation contraindicated in patients with malignant tumors?
What is the recommended frequency of electrical stimulation for patients with neuromuscular conditions such as Bell's palsy?
What is the recommended frequency of electrical stimulation for patients with neuromuscular conditions such as Bell's palsy?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Electrical Stimulation (ES) in wound healing?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Electrical Stimulation (ES) in wound healing?
What is a common application of Electrical Stimulation (ES) in rehabilitation?
What is a common application of Electrical Stimulation (ES) in rehabilitation?
What is a potential complication of electrical current on the skin?
What is a potential complication of electrical current on the skin?
What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in muscle contraction?
What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in muscle contraction?
