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What is the effect of cryotherapy on nerve conduction?
Block nerve conduction
How does cryotherapy affect muscle performance?
Decreases muscle performance
What is the impact of longer application of cryotherapy?
Greater conductivity loss
How does cryotherapy affect superficial neural tissue?
May reduce joint awareness
When is cryotherapy found to be indicated for use?
In patients with acute musculoskeletal injuries
What is the physiological response of cryotherapy on treated tissues?
Decrease in blood flow
Which mode of cryotherapy ensures circumferential contact with the cooling agent?
Compression units
What is the recommended treatment time for ice massage on smaller areas of skin?
5-10 minutes
Which cryotherapy mode involves convection with water turbulence jets/pumps?
Contrast baths
What is the primary contraindication for compression units in cryotherapy?
Circulatory insufficiency
Which cryotherapy mode is known to penetrate deeper than gel packs?
Vapocoolant
What is the key component of RICE therapy in cryotherapy?
Rest, ice, compression, elevation
Test your knowledge about the physiological effects of cryotherapy on the peripheral nervous system and its impact on nerve threshold, conduction, and pain tolerance. Explore the potential effects on muscle performance, blood flow, and sensory and motor conduction.
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