Heat and Cold Therapy PDF
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This document provides information on heat and cold therapy, including the physiology effects of heat and cold on the body. It details the use of cold therapy for various conditions, such as eye allergies, swelling, and fever. Also included is information on heat therapy use for conditions like respiratory congestion and pain.
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UNIT 13 HEAT & COLD THERAPY PHYSIOLOGY EFFECTS OF HEAT & COLD HEAT - THERMOTHERAPY COLD - CRYOTHERAPY Vasodilation Vasoconstriction Capillary permeability Decreases Cellular metabolism – capillary permeability. Increases inflammation...
UNIT 13 HEAT & COLD THERAPY PHYSIOLOGY EFFECTS OF HEAT & COLD HEAT - THERMOTHERAPY COLD - CRYOTHERAPY Vasodilation Vasoconstriction Capillary permeability Decreases Cellular metabolism – capillary permeability. Increases inflammation Cellular metabolism Sedative effect. Slows bacterial growth, decreases inflammation (Boils) Local anaesthetic effect. COLD THERAPY HEAT THERAPY Sitz bath Haemorrhoid – Haemorrhoidectomy HEAT & COLD THERAPY PRECAUTION: HEAT & COLD THERAPY 1) Patient. General condition -conscious & obey command. Continues monitoring. 2) Instrument Safety measures. Safety – temperature – hot & cold. 3) Tepid Sponging Thank you
