10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a modality of physical therapy agents mentioned in the text?
Electrotherapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents is used to reduce pain and inflammation?
Cold therapy
What is the primary effect of heat therapy?
Increase tissue temperature
Which modality of physical therapy agents uses ultrasound?
Deep heat therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents involves massage and exercise?
Mechanical therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents is used to increase tissue temperature and metabolic rate?
Superficial heat therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents directly acts on free nerve endings and nerve fibers to increase the pain threshold?
Superficial heat therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents is used to relax painful muscle spasms and reduce inflammation?
Superficial heat therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents involves massage, traction, manipulation, exercise, and compression device?
Mechanical therapy
Which modality of physical therapy agents uses ultrasound, shortwave diathermy, and microwave diathermy?
Deep heat therapy
Test your knowledge on physical therapy agents and modalities with this quiz. Learn about the different types of heat therapy, cold therapy, and more. Perfect for students or professionals in the field of physical therapy.
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