17 Questions
Which thermotherapy mode is primarily used as part of a home exercise program to manage pain?
Electric Heating Pad
What is the advantage of paraffin wax as a thermotherapy mode?
Conducts heat slowly, decreases the risk of burn
Which outcome is NOT assessed as part of objective testing for thermotherapy modes?
Quality of guarding/functional movement
What is an additional advantage of fluidotherapy as a thermotherapy mode?
Will not increase inflammation in patients with edema
Which thermotherapy mode offers moderate results in reducing pain, reducing muscle spasms, and increasing tissue extensibility?
Moist Heat Packs
What is an additional disadvantage of fluidotherapy as a thermotherapy mode?
Limited body parts can be treated
What is the main purpose of thermotherapy in tissue healing?
Promote tissue remodeling
What temperature range is required to provide any therapeutic effect with thermotherapy?
104-113°F
Which method is commonly used for heat transfer in thermotherapy?
Conduction/convection
Which population may benefit from a combination of heat and exercise more than others?
Patients with knee osteoarthritis
What outcome is achieved with consistent application of thermotherapy combined with low loads of stretching over prolonged periods of time?
Plastic deformation
What should be assessed before using thermotherapy on a patient?
Acuity of injury
How long is the typical treatment time for thermotherapy?
15-30 minutes
What does cold therapy best indicate for?
Acute presentation
What should be considered when applying thermotherapy to patients?
Degree of temperature elevation
What is the heating agent chosen based on when using thermotherapy?
Tissue being treated
What kind of injury is heat therapy best indicated for?
Acute presentation
Test your knowledge about different thermotherapy modes and their assessment. Learn about the use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, and electric heating pads in reducing pain, muscle spasms, and improving tissue extensibility. Understand the benefits and considerations for each mode.
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