PHYSIOLOGICAL THERAPEUTICS REVIEW COURSE #7402

When using Russian stimulation, a 10/10 preset is selected for breaking muscle spasms l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Galvanic current exerts a very strong polarizing effect. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Some of the contraindications to traction would be: (more than one answer) l A.Old age l B.Active peptic ulcers l C.Hernia l D. Gross Hemorrhoids l Answer is? l A, B, C, D

In effect, the lower you treat in the cervico-thoracic spine, a greater angle of pull is required, up to 35 degrees, for maximum and consistent results l A.True l B.False l Answer is? l B

Pulsed short-wave diathermy is capable of heating a much larger area than ultrasound l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

The larger the size of the electrode, the less sensation the patient feels beneath the electrode. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

In EMS therapy, the recommended intensity for a 3 inch round carbon pad is: l A.5-10 l B l C l D l Answer is? lClC

Blood is the best electrical conductor of all tissues l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

When using monopolar application technique, the polarity for each electrode remains the same for treatment duration. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

The modes of treatment in Biphasic therapy are: (more than one answer) l A.Co-planer l B.Normal l C.Co-contraction l D.Reciprocal l Answer is? l B, C, D

The proper angle of pull for treating thoraco-lumbar conditions varies between: l A.0 to10 degrees l B.15 and 50 degrees l C.65 and 90 degrees l D.angle is not important l Answer is? lBlB

Which one of the following modalities is the most effective in the treatment of pain following an acute traumatic injury? l A.Continuous ultrasound l B.Interferential l C.Short wave diathermy l Answer is? lBlB

Dfirect current is a polyphasic type current. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lBlB

The depth of penetration in short wave diathermy can be increased by simply moving the electrodes further apart l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine should be treated with angles of pull from: l A.0 to 10 degrees l B.15 to 25 degrees l C.30 to 50 degrees l D. Over 60 degrees l Answer is? lClC

Contraindications for the use of hot moist heat are? (more than one answer) l A.Patients on anti-coagulants l B.Dermatological conditions l C.Menstrual cramps l D. Muscle spasms l Answer is? l A, B

Skin impedance is generally higher with direct current than with alternating current. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

The duration of traction treatment is normally 20 minutes. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

You can enhance the treatment area in interferential therapy by engaging the: l A.Sweep button l B.Vector button l C.Pre-mod. Button l Answer is? lBlB

Pulsed currents are used in Medium frequency therapy l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

When using alternating current (bipolar) for a motor stimulus, both electrodes are considered to be active electrodes. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Which of the following is not a local effect of heat application? l A.Increased rate of cell metabolism l B.Increased elasticity of soft tissue l C.Increased muscle tone l D.Decreased muscle spasm l Answer is? lClC

During the movement of ions in solution using iontophoresis, positive charged ions are driven into the tissues by the negative pole. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lBlB

Types of treatment applicators used in SW diathermy are: (more than one answer) l A.co-planer l B.inductor l C.longitudinal l D.condenser l Answer is? l B, D

What is the most commonly used heat modality that transfers heat by conduction? l A.Paraffin therapy l B.Diathermy l C.Ultrasound l D.Hot moist heat packs l Answer is? lDlD

TENS electrode placement is best applied over or around the painful site. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Two types of motorized traction useful in controlling neuro- musculo-skeletal disorders l A.Intersegmental traction l B.Halo traction l C.Gravity traction l D.Long axis l Answer is? l A, D

In the use of long axis traction and in order to affect the lower thoracic and lumbar vertebrae 1 through 3, the angle of pull must be l A.0 to 10 degrees l B.15 to 30 degrees l C.35 to 50 degrees l D.over 60 degrees l Answer is? lBlB

A medium frequency stimulator is used to produce a “Wedinsky” inhibition effect. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Electrical currents are used to produce muscle contraction, analgesia or chemical effects l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

The only type of current (non-pulsed continuous) in therapeutic use that is non pulsed is galvanic l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

Over the door cervical traction is best applied with the patient’s back to the door. l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lBlB

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of a paraffin bath? l A.no range of motion l B.Chronic condition l C.Pain l D.Skin condition l Answer is? lDlD

For the best effects of ice therapy, ice packs should be placed? l A.Over dry towel to prevent freezing the skin l B.On top of skin but under dry towel to limit cold loss l C.On top of moist towel that is touching the skin l Answer is? lClC

A unit of measurement that indicates the rate at which electrical current is flowing: l A.Volt l B.Columb l C.Hertz l D.Ampere l Answer is? lDlD

What is the minimum time to elicit any physiological effects of EMS? l A.6 minutes l B.8 minutes l C.10 minutes l D.15 minutes l Answer is? lClC

How do you determine the intensity for the patient using High Volt for trigger point therapy? l A.It is preset on most units l B.Depends on the body part l C.Patient feedback l D.Flashing of lights l Answer is? lClC

List the four stages of cold in their proper order: l A.Aching/stinging l B.Pain/burning l C.Cold l D.Numbness l Answer is? l C, A, B, D

The current literature supports the primary use for Microcurrent is? l A.Pain management l B.Wound healing l C.Muscle spasms l D.Re-education of muscles l Answer is lBlB

The two types of Lasers in therapeutic use are? l A.Gadlenium l B.Cold l C.Gas Arsenide l D.Vapor coolant l Answer is? l B, C

Phonophoresis is the driving of various solutions into the tissues by the use of ultrasound l A.True l B.False l Answer is? lAlA

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