Midterm: Lecture 2 Flashcards
What controls temp regulation
homeostasis. receptors respond to change
Physical mechanisms
conduction, convection, radiation, conversion or evaporation.
What stimulates A beta fibers
heat, ice, shaking or rubbing
Conduction
heat loss or gain through direct contact between materials with different temps
Factors of mechanisms
Time of exposure
Intensity
Temp difference
Thermal conductivity
Convention
transference of heat to a body by the movement of air, matter, or liquid. ie. whirlpool, sauna
Radiation:
transfer of heat from a warmer source to a cooler source. ie. heat lamp
Conversion
temp change that results when energy is transformed from one form to another. Eg. Ultrasound
Evaporation
transformation from a liquid to a gas. This requires an energy exchange. Eg. Sweating
2 categories of heat
superficial (1-3 cm) and deep ( 3-5cm)
Effects of heat
Mild- less than 40 degrees
Vigorous- 40-45 degrees
Goals of heat
decreased pain
increased Rom
reduce spasm and guarding
improves tissue extensibility
Deep heat has what cause on muscle spindles
Reduction which excites GTO which causes relaxation
After applying heat when does strength increase
2.5 hours later
To reach superficial heating
15-30 minutes of heat needed
Hydrocollator Packs
Filled with silica gel or clay,
in tanks of temps – 71-79 deg C
required 20-30 minutes of re-heating before it reaches its optimal temp
Heat delivered by conduction and the temp change depends upon:
Size of area being treated
Temp of the pack
And duration of application
When is max temp reached
First 10 minutes and maintained for another 10
General Contraindications
for Heat Applications
Acute injury/inflammation Uncovered open wounds Compromised circulation Anesthetic skin Pregnancy
Prior to Heat:
Skin checked
Area exposed
Tell client what to expect
Maintenance:
Drained and cleaned every 2 weeks
Cleaned with low abrasive bathroom cleaner
Paraffin
Paraffin baths are a combination of paraffin wax and mineral oil
Heats through conduction
Dip and wrap, technique
Fluidotherapy
stimulates both mechanoreceptors and thermoreceptors
machine has particles of cellulose that are moved by convective currents of hot air.
Advantages of fluidotherapy over Paraffin and Hydroc
Patient can exercise during Tx
Does not cool with time