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mod1- indications
general indications for modalities
Question | Answer |
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Inflammation and Repair: | Modalities can alter circulation, chemical reactions, flow of body fluids, and cell function throughout all phases of healing. |
Inflammation and Repair: | Modalities enhance and accelerate the healing process and reduce the risk of adverse effects associated with inflammation. |
Pain: | Modalities can control pain by altering the cause of the pain or altering the process of pain perception. |
Restriction in Motion: | Thermal agents are used to enhance extensibility of collagen to allow for greater range of motion and tolerance to stretch. |
Abnormal Tone: | Modalities can influence tonal abnormalities from pain, musculoskeletal or neurological pathology. |
Abnormal Tone: | Alteration in nerve conduction, reduction of pain, and change in muscle biomechanical properties can normalize tone and enhance functional outcome. |