Physiological Effects of Hydrotherapy Flashcards
1
Q
Which effects occur in the specific area of a hydrotherapy application?
A
LOCAL EFFECTS
2
Q
Name the effect which occurs via the nervous system?
A
REFLEX EFFECTS
3
Q
When a foot bath affects blood flow to the brain, potentially alleviating headaches, which type of physiological effect is this?
A
REFLEX EFFECT
4
Q
When hydrotherapy modalities are applied to the whole body which type of physiological effect is achieved?
A
SYSTEMIC EFFECT
