Therapeutic Effects of Cold and Heat Applications

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What is the goal of hydrotherapy related to blood circulation?

  • To increase toxins in the blood
  • To decrease the quality of blood
  • To improve the quality of blood for better nutrient delivery and waste removal (correct)
  • To reduce the availability of nutrients for cells

Which technique does NOT fall under the thermal effects of hydrotherapy?

  • Whirlpools
  • Hot baths
  • Saunas
  • Ice packs (correct)

What physiological effect is NOT a result of hydrotherapy?

  • Improved blood circulation
  • Reduced stress and improved mood
  • Enhanced muscle relaxation
  • Increase in toxins in the body (correct)

Which benefit is associated with hydrotherapy's specific goal of rehabilitation and recovery?

<p>Improved sleep (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique best represents the mechanical effects of hydrotherapy?

<p>Sprays (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential contraindication for hydrotherapy?

<p>Poor blood circulation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic effect of cold application?

<p>Increased tissue extensibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common therapeutic effect of heat application based on the information provided?

<p>Increased tissue extensibility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what is a likely outcome of agitation as a therapeutic effect?

<p>Analgesia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a contraindication for hydrotherapy according to the information given?

<p>Recent surgery: Open wounds, implant sites. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological response is specifically associated with heat application as noted in the text?

<p>Release of vasoactive agents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physical property of water involves the upward force exerted on an immersed object opposite to gravity?

<p>Buoyancy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Pascal's law, what does the fluid do when a body part immersed in it is at rest?

<p>Exerts equal pressure on all surface areas at a given depth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physical property of water involves water molecules on the surface having a greater tendency to hold together?

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

In hydrotherapy, what clinical benefit does immersion in water provide according to the text?

<p>Assist in promoting circulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principle states that a body immersed in a liquid experiences an upward force equal to the weight of the displaced liquid?

<p>Archimede's Principle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, which physical property of water helps raise weakened body parts against gravity?

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