Electrotherapy Flashcards
1
Q
what are the therapeutic effects of stim
A
- Edema reduction -Muscle spasm reduction -Reducing joint contractures -Minimizing disuse / atrophy
- Facilitating tissue healing
2
Q
look in pictures about electrotherapy proctol
A
go look
3
Q
look at picture for TENS parameter
A
go look
4
Q
look at picture for Russian stim parameters
A
go lookg
5
Q
what are the precautions for stim
A
- Do not use in the presence of unknown pain or pain of central origin
- Can cause electrode burns, skin irritation
- Motor-level use can cause muscle spasm or muscle soreness
6
Q
what are the contraindications for stim
A
• Cardiac disability
• Demand-type pacemakers unless approved by physician
• Pregnancy (over lumbar and abdominal area)
• Cancerous lesions (over area)
-Sensitive areas
7
Q
what are the indications of stim
A
- NMC
- pain control
- edema control
- help blood flow
- inhibits bacteria growth
8
Q
look at picture about the effects of TENS
A
go look
9
Q
what are the precautions of TENS
A
- Do not use to treat pain of unknown origin
- TENS is a symptomatic treatment
- Improper use can result in electrode burns or skin irritation.
- Intense or prolonged stimulation may result in muscle spasm and/or muscle soreness.
10
Q
what should you do prior to treatment
A
clean skin
