Therapeutic Modalities 208 - Ultrasound and Diathermy

Therapeutic Modalities 208 – Ultrasound and Diathermy

Course Description

Course Description: This text-based course utilizes the text, Physical Agents in Rehabilitation from Research to Practice, by Michelle Cameron, PT.

Source Description: With straightforward, in-depth coverage of the use of physical agents to improve patient outcomes, Physical Agents in Rehabilitation: An Evidence-Based Approach to Practice, 5th Edition reflects how physical agents and modalities are being discussed in the classroom. This new edition brings the ideal balance of evidence and practical instruction to the learning and practice of physical agents in rehabilitation. Comprehensive coverage of all physical agents includes the mechanisms, clinical effects, and application techniques for thermal agents, ultrasound, electrical currents, electromagnetic radiation, hydrotherapy, traction, and compression. Plus, each chapter includes a scientific rationale and step-by-step instructions in the use of the agent(s), as well as up-to-date research support and new Find the Evidence tables.

Course length: 3 contact hours / 0.3 CEUs

Course Outline

Hour #1

Introduction
Terminology
History
Ultrasound Defi nition
Generation of Ultrasound
Effects of Ultrasound
Thermal Effects
Nonthermal Effects
Clinical Indications for Ultrasound
Soft Tissue Shortening
Pain Control
Soft Tissue Healing
Tendon and Ligament Injuries
Bone Fractures
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Phonophoresis

Hour #2

Contraindications and Precautions for Ultrasound
Contraindications for Ultrasound
Precautions for Ultrasound
Adverse Effects of Ultrasound
Application Technique
Ultrasound Treatment Parameters
Documentation
Examples
Clinical Case Studies
Physical Properties of Diathermy
Types of Diathermy Applicators
Inductive Coil
Capacitive Plates
Magnetron (Condenser)
Effects of Diathermy
Thermal Effects
Nonthermal Effects

Hour #3

Clinical Indications for Diathermy
Thermal-Level Diathermy
Nonthermal Shortwave Therapy
Contraindications and Precautions for Diathermy
Contraindications for All Forms of Diathermy
Contraindications for Thermal-Level Diathermy
Contraindications for Nonthermal Shortwave Therapy
Precautions for All Forms of Diathermy
Precautions for Nonthermal Shortwave Therapy
Precautions for Therapists Applying Diathermy
Adverse Effects of Diathermy
Burns
Application Technique
Positioning
Documentation
Examples
Clinical Case Studies

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