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Non-Systems: Therapeutic Modalities: Thermotherapy: Physiologic Effects of Small Surface Heat Application: Increases Flashcards

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Blood Flow

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  • Dilation of arteries and arterioles
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Capillary Permeability

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  • Increased capillary pressure
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Elasticity of non-elastic tissues

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  • Increased extensibility of collagen tissue
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Cellular and Metabolic Rate

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  • Increased rate of cellular oxidation
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Vasodilation

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  • Decrease sympathetic adrenergic activity to blood vessels
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Edema

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  • Increased capillary permeability
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National Physical Therapy Examination: Non-Systems: Therapeutic Modalities (33 decks)

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