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Hydrotherapy

Principle or Mechanism

TermDefinition
Conversion One energy source changing into heat energy as it enters the body such as a diathermy or ultrasoound
Sympathetic Responses Activation of the part of the autonomic nervous system that promotes the flight-or-flight physiological activities
Radation The transfer of heat energy in rays without direct contact
Conduction The echange of thermal energy through direct contact
Vasodilation increasing the diameter of blood vessels increasing blood flow
Convection Transferring heat energy through the movement of air or liquid
Parasympathetic Activation of the part of the autonomic nervous system that promotes the calmer and relaxive physiological activities
Vasoconstriction Decreasing the diameter of blood vessels decreasing blood flow
Guest should shower prior to entering any full-body water immersion True
Chlorine bleach does not kill fungus False
Clients should place a towel on all stools, chairs or benches prior to sitting to prevent direct skin contact True
To avoid accidental slipping, guest should never wear waterproof shoes or sandals in showers or pools area False
Implements used during a massage should be immersed in either 10% bleach of 70 % alcohol solution for 10 minutes bfore net use True
Water that collects on wet room or bathroom floor can e left as it will eventually evaporate False
In the event of body fluid seepage, glove up prior to cleaning the area True
Hand washing is not critical in a hydrotherapy treatment as the hands will become clean during the treatment application False
Test water chemical levels prior to entry into a full-body immersion treatments True
Bubble bath is an acceptable cleaning chemical for a spa tub False
Created by: cquimby
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