Modality Time And Temps Flashcards
1
Q
Hot Pack
A
- 158F to 167F
- 20min (assess at 5min)
2
Q
Paraffin
A
- 126F to 134F
- 10 to 15min (Dip: 5 to 6 times), 20min (Immersion: 1 Dip and Immerse)
3
Q
Fluidotherapy
A
- 100F to 118F
- 20min (assess skin at 10min)
4
Q
Contrast Bath
A
- 100F to 111F (hot), 50F to 64F
- 25 to 30min (3min hot:1min cold, 5 to 6 cycles) end in hot.
5
Q
Hot Whirlpool
A
- 99F to 104F
- 10 to 30min
6
Q
Cold Whirlpool
A
- 32F to 79F
- 20min
7
Q
Cold Pack
A
- 32F to 41F
- 10 to 20min
8
Q
History of DVT Impaired Sensation History of Tumor Recent Hemmoraghe or Bruising Pregnancy
Swelling.
Impaired circulation.
A
Contraindications for Thermotherapy
9
Q
Cold Hypersensitivity
Cold Intolerance
Circulation issues
Poor sensation
A
Contraindications for cold therapy
10
Q
History of Tumor Pregancy DVT Plastic/Joint cement CNS issues
A
Contraindications for US
