Vocab
unit that measures the pressure or force that pushes the flow of electrons forward through a conductor.
Volt
What is the acronym for Laser?
Light amplification stimulation emission of radiation
Which modality mimics the bodies natural electrical impulses?
Microcurrent
A light emitting-diode which aids in reducing inflammation and swelling.
Yellow
What is the electromagnetic radiation we can see?
Visible light
What is a watt?
Measurement of how much electric current energy is being used in one second
intense pulse light therapy can be used for spider veins and _______
Hair removal
What kind of current is the galvanic current modality?
Direct current
Give an example of a good insulator?
Rubber
silk,glass, wood, cement are also accepted
What is UVB stand for and what is it?
UltravioletB
Burning ray that causes sunburns and skin cancers.
What does ampere measure?
The amount of an electric current.
If a teen client comes in with a current breakout of acne, which LED light would you use?
Blue
A client that is/has ______ cannot get electro therapy.
Pacemaker/heart condition/high blood pressure, epilepsy, pregnant, metal in body or braces
What wavelength has a low frequency?
Long
What is an electrode?
an applicator for directing the electric current from the device to the client’s skin.
What is white light?
A combination of all the visible rays of the spectrum
Which modality is a heat producing current and is used for the scalp and the face?
Tesla High-Frequency Current
Which wavelength penetrates less?
Short
A rectifier does what?
Changes alternating current to direct current
Light therapy is also known as
Phototherapy
Anaphoresis does what to the nerves?
Stimulates and irritates.
How much of natural sunlight is made of invisible infrared light?
60%