Physical Modalities Review

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What does the instructor mean by thermotherapy?

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Thermotherapy is a therapeutic treatment that uses heat to relieve pain and promote healing.

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Addy, MB, and Ella are attending an athletic training seminar. The instructor explains that thermotherapy can help increase blood flow and relax muscles. Is this True or False?

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True

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What is cryotherapy?

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Cryotherapy is a medical treatment that involves exposing the body to extremely cold temperatures for several minutes to promote healing and other therapeutic effects.

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Which modality involves the use of cold?

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cryotherapy

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True or False? Cryotherapy can actually increase their inflammation and pain.

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False, Cryotherapy can help reduce both their inflammation and pain

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What is hydrotherapy?

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Hydrotherapy is a form of therapy that uses water for pain relief and treatment of various conditions.

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Max uses a specific modality that involves the use of heat to treat injuries or conditions. Which modality is Max using?

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Thermotherapy

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What is the therapy called that involves the use of water for therapeutic purposes?

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hydrotherapy

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What is electrotherapy?

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Electrotherapy is a medical treatment that uses electrical currents to stimulate nerves and muscles for therapeutic purposes.

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Is Addy's statement about hydrotherapy helping improve circulation and relieve muscle tension true or false?

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True