Physical Therapy and Rehab CHAPTER 54 – Flashcards

using cold for therapeutic purposes

generation of heat in body tissues through high-frequency electric currents for medical purposes

Redness of the skin, redness in capillary

container that circulates warm air and small cellulose particles. extremity is placed into container and dry heat is generated thru energy transferred by forced convection. promotes tissue healing and prevention of edema. body part should be placed into unit prior to turning machine on. temp should be set between 111-125 degrees. treatment time usually 20 minutes.

a person's manner of walking

An instrument for measuring angles (as of a joint or the skull)

application of warm water as a therapeutic treatment

device that improves one's ability to move from one place to another; also called mobility assistive device

treatment to prevent disability or to restore functioning through the use of exercise Uses range of motion

The distance an object can travel when connected to another object; the maximum distance and direction a joint should be able to move

a group of physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other specialists who work with patients dealing with chronic illness or recovery from major injuries

pulling of the bones and joints to create a mechanical force that is used to treat fractured bones and dislocated arthritic or diseased joints

move away

moving towards

bending backward

Ankle movement pointing the foot downward

The extension of a body part beyond its normal limits.