Unit 7 - Ultrasound Flashcards
1
Q
What are US the parameters for Myofascial pain
A
Continuous
1-3 MHz
1-1.5 w
10 min
2
Q
What are the US parameters for carpal tunnel
A
Continuous
1-3 MHz
.5-1.5 w
10 min
Pulsed 1 MHz 20% duty cycle 1-1.5 w 15 min
3
Q
What are the US parameters for Calcific tendonitis
A
Continuous
1-3 MHz
1-2 w
10 min
4
Q
What are the US parameters for Arthritis
A
Continuous
1 MHz
1.2 w
5-10 min
5
Q
What are the US parameters for Adhesive capsulitis
A
Continuous
1-3 MHz
2-3 w
Area no greater than 2-4 times ERA
6
Q
What are the US parameters for lateral epicondylitis
A
Pulsed 1 MHz 25% pulse 1.2 w 5-10 min
7
Q
What are the US parameters for Bursitis
A
Continuous
1 MHz
1-w
10 min
8
Q
What are the US parameters for back pain
A
Continuous
1 MHz
1 w
10 min
9
Q
What are some US contraindications
A
Low back and abdomen if pregnant Area of known or suspected malignancy Over active epiphyseal bone growth Tuberculosis infection Hemorrhagic conditions Impaired circulation
10
Q
What are some precautions for US
A
Areas of infection Acute injury Impaired sensation, cognition, communication Impaired circulation Implants over spinal cord of regenerating nerves
