LECTURE 5 Flashcards
The COB is usually in this area of the body?
Chest
Since most humans have a ___________________ less than 1.0, they will tend to float
Specific gravity
The velocity and resistance in water are said to be
Proportional
Deep water exercises are usually done at depths of
5”6
Pressure exerted by water on an object immersed in water” is known as?
Hydrostatic pressure
These techniques of using PNF or ROM and strength are done in water with a flotation ring?
Bad Ragaz
Hydrotherapy vs. aquatic therapy
hydro uses tanks of water such as whirlpool or Hubbard tank. Aquatic- class in a pool
Hydro – one patient at a time
Aquatic – larger pools, more body immersion, more than one patient
What is considered therapeutic warmth?
Therapeutic warmth is considered to be 94 degrees F. This can have similar effects as superficial heating agents.