Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation: Diathermy
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What is the meaning of the term 'diathermy'?

  • Through cooling
  • Through recovery
  • Through circulation
  • Through heating (correct)

    • What is the primary function of shortwave diathermy in physiotherapy?

  • To fight cancer
  • To cause tissue irritation
  • To weaken the circulation
  • To relieve pain and enhance the rate of recovery (correct)

    • What type of radiation is used in shortwave diathermy?

  • Ionizing radiation
  • Non-ionizing radiation (correct)
  • Electromagnetic radiation
  • Thermal radiation

    • What is necessary for the energy to be fully transmitted to the tissues?

    <p>Resonance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the treated tissue during shortwave diathermy application?

    <p>It starts to oscillate at the same frequency as the wave given by the device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the wavelength of the device in meters?

    <p>11 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is long wave diathermy no longer utilized?

    <p>It has a high potential of causing burns and interference with radio transmissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the interaction between electric and magnetic fields that forms an electromagnetic wave?

    <p>Vertical areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of heat transfer method does the device use?

    <p>Conversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the manner of delivery in pulsed SWD?

    <p>Series of short pulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of the device in MHz?

    <p>27.12 MHz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diathermy places the patient in the electromagnetic field?

    <p>Induction Diathermy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the adverse effect of applying SWD to the occluded area or distal?

    <p>Excessive metabolite accumulation and gangrene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of SWD on sensory nerves in reducing pain?

    <p>Reduces excitability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the dosage of SWD where the patient feels moderate, marked heat?

    <p>DOSAGE III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of SWD on fibroblastic activity in traumatic situations?

    <p>Increases fibroblastic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does SWD reduce pain in circulatory disorders?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of SWD on collagen in chronic inflammatory conditions?

    <p>Increases flexibility of collagen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to tissues with high electrolytic levels in a magnetic field?

    <p>They heat up best</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a towel when applying cable electrodes?

    <p>To provide a barrier between the electrode and the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diathermy uses the patient's tissues as a part of the circuit?

    <p>Capacitive Diathermy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of using electrodes with a smaller diameter in spiral winding?

    <p>Less heat is generated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the ions in the treated tissue during capacitive diathermy?

    <p>They are pushed or pulled towards the poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of using airgap plate electrodes in areas with less adipose tissue?

    <p>Better results are obtained in these areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tissues are good conductors?

    <p>Vascular tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to maintain a safe distance of 3 meters?

    <p>To prevent burns from metal implants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum power level for intermittent KDD?

    <p>5 watts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for KDD?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special areas need to be protected during KDD?

    <p>Eyes and testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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