Contraindications

Question 1

Laser

Answer 1

1. Over malignancy
2. first tri-mester pregnancy
3. over growth plates in children

Question 2

Paraffin bath

Answer 2

1. acute injury
2. open lesions
3. lack of temperature sensitivity
4. hyper sensitivity
5. malignancies
6. compromised circulation

Question 3

Ultrasound

Answer 3

1. malignancy
2. compromised circulation
3. over growth plates in children
4. Pacemakers/metal implants
5. Vascular disease
6. Laminectomy- over spine

Question 4

Massage

Answer 4

1. acute inflammation
2. malignacy
3. circulatory problems
4. open lesions

Question 5

Compression

Answer 5

1. local infection
2. arterial insufficiency
3. blood clots/DVT
4. cardiac or kidney disfunction
5. obstructed lymphatic vessels

Question 6

Ice massage

Answer 6

1. over open lesions
2. lack of temperature sensitivity
3. compromised circulation
4. malignancies
5. hypersensitivity to cold