10 Questions
What is the purpose of cryotherapy?
To induce a physiological response in tissue using cold
According to the 2014 APTA 'choose wisely' campaign, how are therapeutic modalities considered?
Adjuvant interventions to be used with well-supported forms of management
What is the key characteristic of electromagnetic therapies?
They use radio waves to promote physiological responses in tissue
What is the effect of longer application of cryotherapy on nerve conduction?
Decreased nerve conduction
What is the primary physiological effect of cryotherapy on nerve threshold for depolarization?
Increase in nerve threshold for depolarization
In the context of cryotherapy, what is the primary reason for adjusting interventions if using it for 10 minutes or more?
To prevent a decrease in muscle performance
What is the recommended mode of cryotherapy application for muscle guarding and myofascial pain syndromes?
Vapocoolant combined with stretching
Which physiological change is associated with cryotherapy?
Decreased nerve conduction in peripheral nerves
What is the prime reason for using cryotherapy?
To manage acute trauma and spasticity in muscles
How does cold therapy affect tissue temperature compared to heat therapy?
Cold therapies change the temperature in deeper tissues than heat therapies
This quiz covers the selection of appropriate therapeutic modalities and their impact on the comprehensive management of patients. It includes information on how interventions work together to promote positive outcomes and meet functional and patient goals.
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