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What is the definition of heat therapy?
What is the definition of heat therapy?
- The use of massage in therapy for pain relief
- The use of cold in therapy for pain relief
- The use of heat in therapy for pain relief (correct)
- The use of water in therapy for pain relief
What is a mechanism of action for heat therapy?
What is a mechanism of action for heat therapy?
- Reducing oxygen supply
- Causing muscle spasms
- Increasing blood flow (correct)
- Decreasing blood flow
Which condition is heat therapy best suited for?
Which condition is heat therapy best suited for?
- Edema
- Muscle pain or stiffness (correct)
- Joint stiffness
- Inflammation
What are the risks of heat therapy?
What are the risks of heat therapy?
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What is an indication of heat therapy?
What is an indication of heat therapy?
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What is the duration of heat therapy typically recommended?
What is the duration of heat therapy typically recommended?
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Which of the following is a contraindication for heat therapy?
Which of the following is a contraindication for heat therapy?
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What is the primary benefit of heat therapy?
What is the primary benefit of heat therapy?
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Which type of therapy is commonly used for rehabilitation purposes?
Which type of therapy is commonly used for rehabilitation purposes?
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In what way does heat therapy assist in better healing?
In what way does heat therapy assist in better healing?
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