Shortwave Diathermy
What are the 2 types of wave-forms used in Shortwave Diathermy?
1. Continuous
2. Pulsed
True / False
Whirlpools are only used for heat.
False - They can be hot or cold.
True/False
Cables are allowed to touch the patient in Shortwave Diathermy
False
What is the treatment time and frequency of a Whirlpool
10-20 minutes, 1-2 times daily
Is Improved Edema Absorption a Thermal or Non Thermal effect?
Non-Thermal
A patients medical record states they have Thrombophlebitis. The plan of care states they will have Whirlpool therapy. Throbophlebitis is considered what for whirlpool therapy (Indication / Contraindication / Precaution)
Contraindication
Name 2 out of the 6 lift techniques we learned last semester in PTA 110
Deep Squat Lift
Power Lift
Golfers Lift
Half-Kneeling Lift
Traditional Lift
Stoop Lift
How deep does Shortwave Diathermy penetrate the skin?
3-5cm (1-2 inches)
What is the range of temperature used for Fluidotherapy?
102 to 125 degrees
What are the names of the 2 different ways you can place the capacitive plates?
1. Coplanar (Parallel to body surface)
2. Contraplanar (Plates on each side of body part)
True / False
A claustrophobic patient would enjoy having Fluidotherapy.
False, that's a disadvantage about Fluidotherapy