What is Hydrotherapy? Flashcards
1
Q
How would you define Hydrotherapy?
A
USE OF WATER / ICE / STEAM FOR THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT, TO ENHANCE IMPAIRMENT/WELLNESS MASSAGE
2
Q
Name 3 ways hydrotherapy is used in massage therapy?
A
- ENHANCES TREATMENTS
- SELF-CARE FOR THERAPIST
- SELF-CARE FOR PATIENT
3
Q
Hydrotherapy creates a __________ that causes the body to react.
A
STIMULUS
4
Q
Physiological processes, including changes in _________ flow and _____________ occur in the body to maintain homeostasis.
A
BLOOD
+
CIRCULATION
5
Q
What is the question you ask yourself when choosing the indicated hydrotherapy?
A
WHERE DO WE WANT BLOOD TO FLOW TO AND/OR FROM
