12 Questions
What is the purpose of physiotherapy?
To restore movement and function in individuals affected by injury, illness, or disability.
What is the goal of joint mobilization?
To address arthrokinematics joint motion and achieve a therapeutic effect.
What is electrotherapy?
The use of electrical energy as a medical treatment.
What is the characteristic sound associated with joint manipulation?
An audible 'clicking' or 'popping' sound.
What is dry needling used for?
To treat pain and movement issues associated with myofascial trigger points.
What is the role of a physiotherapist?
To work with patients in managing pain, balance, mobility, and motor function.
What is diathermy commonly used for in physiotherapy?
Muscle relaxation
What is the purpose of joint manipulation in physiotherapy?
Achieving a therapeutic effect
What is the term for the type of movement in joint mobilization that focuses on arthrokinematics joint motion?
Passive movement
How is dry needling utilized in physiotherapy?
For pain and movement issues associated with myofascial trigger points
What is the term for the therapy that involves electrically induced heat for muscle relaxation?
Diathermy
What is STM or soft tissue mobilization considered as in physiotherapy?
Therapeutic massage
Test your knowledge on physiotherapy methods and principles with this quiz. Learn about how physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function, reduce the risk of injury or illness, and the role of physiotherapists in managing pain, balance, mobility, and motor function.
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