Cryotherapy Flashcards
1
Q
where to perform an ice cube test
A
on tx area
2
Q
best use of an ice cube test
A
rule out allergic reaction to cold
3
Q
how long do you do the ice cube test
A
3 minutes
4
Q
where to perform the nail bed test
A
distal to tx area
5
Q
best use of nail bed test
A
checks circulation
6
Q
tx area of ice massage
A
superficial
7
Q
best use of ice massage
A
boney prominence, tendon areas, small areas
8
Q
tx time of ice massage
A
5-10 min or until skin is numb
9
Q
ice to water ratio in an ice bath
A
1/2 and 1/2
10
Q
tx area of an ice bath
A
distal extremity
11
Q
best use of an ice bath
A
area you want fully submerged in ice
12
Q
tx time of an ice bath
A
15-20 min- first 5: just sit; next 15: active ROM
13
Q
tx area of gel pack
A
anywhere
14
Q
set up of gel pack
A
wrap a wet towel around pack
15
Q
no-no of gel pack
A
do not compress
