Physiotherapy Methods and Concepts
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What is the primary goal of physiotherapy?

  • To avoid reducing pain
  • To restore movement and function (correct)
  • To increase the risk of injury
  • To promote illness and disability

Which professional works with patients to manage pain, balance, mobility, and motor function?

  • Physiotherapist (correct)
  • Psychologist
  • Surgeon
  • Dentist

What is the purpose of joint mobilization in physiotherapy?

  • To achieve therapeutic effects on joint motion (correct)
  • To increase joint stiffness
  • To reduce joint motion
  • To promote muscle relaxation

What does the audible 'clicking' or 'popping' sound during joint manipulation indicate?

<p>The release of air from the joint (cavitation) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy uses electrical energy for medical treatment?

<p>Electrotherapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is dry needling commonly used for in healthcare?

<p>Muscle relaxation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of physiotherapy?

<p>To restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness, or disability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is electrotherapy commonly used for in physiotherapy?

<p>Muscle relaxation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of joint mobilization in physiotherapy?

<p>To address arthrokinematics joint motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the audible 'clicking' or 'popping' sound during joint manipulation?

<p>It indicates air escaping from the joint (cavitation).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is dry needling used for in healthcare?

<p>For pain and movement issues associated with myofascial trigger points.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of therapy involves the use of therapeutic massage or soft tissue mobilization?

<p>Massage therapy (STM or soft tissue mobilization).</p> Signup and view all the answers

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