Cryotherapy and Healing Modalities

Front

Which of the following is NOT a form of cryotherapy? Whirlpool bath, Ice massage, Vapo-coolant spray, Traction

Back

Traction

Front

Never apply heat immediately after an injury. Heat will increase swelling in the acute phase

Back

True

Front

This type of modality uses high frequency sound waves to penetrate high protein tissues and promote healing

Back

Ultrasound

Front

A method of heat transfer by direct contact with another medium

Back

Conduction

Front

A method of heat transfer by or from its source to the surrounding environment in the form of waves or rays

Back

Radiation

Front

A method of heat transfer that takes place indirectly through a secondary conductive medium

Back

Convection

Front

Cryotherapy causes the blood vessels to __________________ which causes ___________________ blood flow to the area.

Back

vasoconstrict, decreased

Front

Thermotherapy causes blood vessels to __________________ which causes ___________________ blood flow to the area.

Back

vasodilate, increased

Front

Electrical modalities use ________________ to influence healing by stimulating the body tissues

Back

Electricity

Front

Thermotherapy modalities use ________________ to increase blood flow to injured tissues for healing

Back

Heat