Contraindications and precautions to thermotherapy

Question 1

Explain the contraindicaions

Answer 1

when applying heat to the body it must not be done during the acute stage of injury or when there is any sign of inflammation as this can make it worse due to vasodialation. It should also not be used on people with acute injuries, circulatory problems in general, poor thermal circulation and areas of the body that are aestheic.

Question 2

Explain the precautions

Answer 2

Precaution should be taken by patients with diabetes, MS, women who are pregnant or anyone with abnormally high or low blood pressure