Indications Flashcards

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Cyrotherapy

A

Relieve or decrease pain
Decrease blood flow and metabolism
Protect injured tissue
Decrease muscle spasm

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Thermotherapy

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Decreased pain
Decrease muscle spasm
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis

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3
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Massage

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Superficial adhesions 
Circulatory stasis
Congestion
Edema and joint swelling 
Trigger points 
Tension headache
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4
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Traction

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Disc protrusion
Nerve root impingement
Joint hypermobility
Arthritis conditions of facet joints

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5
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Interferential current

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Pain reduction

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6
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Russian

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Muscle re education
Retard atrophy
Muscle strengthing
Decrease muscle spasm through fatigue

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7
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High volt

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Reduce edema
Decrease spasm and guarding
Pelvic floor

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Ultrasound

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Increase extensibility of collagen fibers of tendons and joint capsules
Increase blood flow
Increase cell metabolism
Increase collagen synthesis
Decrease joint stiffness
Decrease muscle spasm
Enhanced tendon, ligament, and muscle healing

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9
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Short wave

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Osteoarthritis 
Neck and back pain 
Ankle pain
Dermal wounds 
Musculoskeletal injuries and pain
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