superfical heating

Question 1

superficial heating effects

Answer 1

• increases phagocytosis
• increase muscle O2 uptake at 38.8
• increase blood circulation to ischemic muscles
• heat receptors stimulate pain gate
• need to be between 40-45

Question 2

superficial heating contraindication

Answer 2

• lack of thermal sensitivity
• recent bleeding
• devitalised skin
• skin conditions
• impaired circulation
• damaged or affected tissues
• large areas
• open wounds

Question 3

superficial heating precautions

Answer 3

• defective skin
• burns
• pregnancy
• over eyes and anterior neck