THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES 111-112

Course overview

* Describe the nature and characteristics of sonic waves * Explain the production process of therapeutic ultrasound * Describe the transmission of sonic waves including absorption, barriers and energy in different tissues * Define pulsed ultrasound and the effects of pulsed ultrasound on tissues * Differentiate physical and physiological effects of ultrasound along with thermal and nonthermal * Become familiar with the effects of ultrasound on inflammation and tissue repair * Outline therapeutic uses of ultrasound in various conditions including: fracture healing, wound healing, soft tissue injuries, scar tissue and blood flow * Review principles and methods of application * Examine dosage considerations for the proper use of ultrasound * List contraindications and precautions for the use of ultrasound * Outline the use, application and contraindications for the use of phonophoresis * Describe physiological changes that occur as a result of cooling * List and describe 5 therapeutic effects of cooling * Outline methods and techniques of applying cold therapy * Differentiate between the selection process of heat vs. cold * List 5 contraindications and precautions for the user of cold therapy