Terms & Definition
What is the definition of Cardiovascular Endurance
Cardiovascular Endurance: The ability of the heart and lungs to work together
What are three responsibilities of a PTA
PTA's create exercise plans, teach patients to use crutches, walkers, etc, and can provide massages
What is Hydrotherapy
Utilizes water to relieve inflammation/pain and reduce pressure
How long should warm-ups be
5-20 minutes
What is Muscle Hypertrophy
Enlargement of a muscle
What is the definition of Flexibility
Flexibility: The ability of each joint to move
What three areas can DPT's treat patients in
Orthopedics, pediatrics, and geriatric patients
What is Cryotherapy
Therapy that involves freezing or near-freezing
How long should cool downs be
5-10 minutes
What is Muscle Atrophy
Decrease of muscle
What is the definition of Muscle Strength
Muscle Strength: Use heavier weight with low number of reps
True or False: OTA's can perform evaluations
False
What is Thermotherapy
Therapy that involves using heat
What are Anaerobic Activities
Short duration, burst type activities
True or False: Muscular system makes up 40% of your weight
True
What is the definition of Muscle Endurance
Muscle Endurance: Lighter weight with greater number of reps
What are three responsibilities of a SLP
SLP's record & analyze speech, help patients increase communication, and analyze swallowing issues.
What is Laser/Light Therapy
Uses light energy to repair or destroy tissue
What are Aerobic Activities
Continuous, long duration activities
True or False: Skeletal Muscle is voluntary
True
What does FITT stand for
F: Frequency
I: Intensity
T: Type
T: Time
Three responsibilities of a Audiologist
Audiologist's measure loudness, clean ears, and fit hearing aids
What is Iontophoresis
A device is applied to the skin, submerged in water, and electrical currents deliver medication
True or False: You should exercise all 7 days of the week
False: Rest days are essential
What are 3 types of muscle
Smooth/Involuntary, Cardiac, Skeletal/Voluntary