OSPE HOT PACK Flashcards
What are hot packs?
Silica gel in canvas
small compartments for even distribution
various shapes and sizes
6-8 layers of toweling
check skin after 5 minutes
What are the physiological effects of heat?
Vasodilation
increase in nerve conduction velocity
Increase pain threshold
changes in muscle strength
increased metabolic rate
Altered tissue extensibility
Increase in ce llular biochemical reactions
What are the clinical indications for superficia l heat?
Reduced pain
Decrease in joint stiffness
increased Range of motion
Accelerated healing
Decreased muscle spasm
Contraindications of Hot pack treatment
Recent or potential bleeding (48 - 72 hours)
Thrombosis (DVT)
Impared sensation ( Diabetes)
Mentation (unreliable)
Malignant tissue
infrared irradiation of the eyes
Precautions of hot packs
Acute injury or inflammation ( 48-72 hours)
Pregnancy (abdomen or lower back )
Impaired circulation
Oedema
Cardiac Insuff iciency
Metal in area
Open wound
Demyelinated nerves
over area where topical counter-irritants have been applied
Heat tolerance and temperature
Safely, effectively applied at 44 degrees for 20-30 minutes
Temperature > 45° C leads to tissue damage
Hot packs temperature is 70-75 degrees
6-8 layers of toweling around hot pack
Standard warning for heat treatment
This is a heat treatment. you should feel a mild comfortable heat, if you feel anything hotter than that or if you feel that the heat is concentrating in one spot or you feel a burning sensation please call me immediately, because you can get burnt which can cause tissue damage. please do not move, lie still during your treatment do not touch any of the equipment, do you understand? do you have any questions?
What is the duration and frequency of a hot pack?
20 minutes
Daily
Adverse effects of heat
Burns
Fainting
Bleeding
sikin and eye damage
