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What is the purpose of using a towel when using shortwave diathermy?
What is the purpose of using a towel when using shortwave diathermy?
- To protect the machine from moisture
- To enhance the therapeutic effect
- To cool down the machine
- To absorb perspiration and avoid localized heat concentration (correct)
What is the frequency range of therapeutic ultrasound?
What is the frequency range of therapeutic ultrasound?
- 12 cm
- 2,456 MHz
- 915 MHz
- 0.8-1.0 MHz (correct)
What is the effect of ultrasonics on tissues?
What is the effect of ultrasonics on tissues?
- Only electrical stimulation
- Micromassage and heat production (correct)
- Only heat production
- Only microwave radiation
What is the purpose of electrical stimulation in electrotherapy?
What is the purpose of electrical stimulation in electrotherapy?
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What is the frequency of microwave diathermy?
What is the frequency of microwave diathermy?
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What is the primary purpose of using heat in physical therapy?
What is the primary purpose of using heat in physical therapy?
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At what depth from the surface of the skin does superficial heat have the greatest effect?
At what depth from the surface of the skin does superficial heat have the greatest effect?
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What is the frequency of the high-frequency alternating current used in shortwave diathermy?
What is the frequency of the high-frequency alternating current used in shortwave diathermy?
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What is the role of the metal pads in the condensor method of shortwave diathermy?
What is the role of the metal pads in the condensor method of shortwave diathermy?
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What type of energy is used in ultrasound?
What type of energy is used in ultrasound?
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