Therapeutic Modalities Infomed（治疗模式马上通知）.pdf

C h a p t e r 7 Therapeutic Modalities OUTCOMES 1. Explain the principles associated with the electromagnetic spectrum and identify the different types of energy found in the nonionizing range of the spectrum. 2. Explain the transfer of energy from one object to another and identify the factors that may affect that transfer. 3. Describe the physiologic effects of cryotherapy and thermotherapy. 4. Describe the indications and contraindications for the various methods of cold and heat treatments, including ultrasound and diathermy. 5. Describe the principles behind ultrasound and explain the physiologic effects and mode of application. 6. Explain the principles of electricity and describe the different types of current. 7. Describe the various parameters that can be manipulated in electrotherapy to produce the desired effects. 8. Explain the various types of electrical stimulating units and the use of each. 9. Describe the benefits attained in each of the five basic mas- sage strokes and explain their application. 10. Identify the principles behind traction and continuous passive motion. 11. Explain and describe the various categories of therapeutic