Asked by Daniel Tapia-Hernandez on May 29, 2024
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Which of the following forms of therapy uses pressure, kneading, stroking, vibration, and tapping to positively affect a patient's health and well-being?
A) Manual traction
B) Whirlpool
C) Passive mobility exercises
D) Massage
E) Mechanical traction
Manual Traction
Manual Traction involves the application of force to body parts or joints to stretch them or reduce the pressure on the spine or joints, often used in physical therapy.
Massage
The use of pressure, kneading, stroking, and the human touch to alleviate pain and promote healing through relaxation.
Passive Mobility
The range of motion of a joint or the ability to move a body part through its full range of motion without the use of the muscle's own power, often assessed during physical therapy.
- Recognize different forms of physical therapy and their applications in patient recovery.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize different forms of physical therapy and their applications in patient recovery.
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