Types of Physiotherapy -Inter Ferential Therapy (IFT)

Inter Ferential Therapy (IFT)

Inter Ferential Therapy (IFT) uses a Mid frequency - current for treatment.

Where useful?

Individuals with

1. Pain
2. Muscles spasm (pain and tightness)
3. Swelling
4. Muscles strain

Where it should not be used?

If the Treatment area has:

1. Localised wounds
2. Unhealed scar
3. Recent cuts
4. Skin infection

References:

1. Therapeutic Heat - (https://fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1932�ionid=141707499)
2. Sample Records For Cryotherapy - (https://www.science.gov/topicpages/c/cryotherapy.html)
3. Light Therapy - (https://accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=2223�ionid=173788506)
4. Contrast Bath Therapy - (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contrast_bath_therapy)
5. Shortwave And Microwave Diathermy - (https://accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=465�ionid=40195359)
6. Ultrasonics - (https://www.encyclopedia.com/science-and-technology/physics/physics/ultrasonics)
7. Therapeutic Massage Techniques - (https://www.physioblasts.org/f/public/1366280192_429_FT0_technique_of_massage.pdf)
8. The Properties Of Water And Their Applications for Training - (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4327375/)
9. Physiotherapy - (https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/physiotherapy)
10. 9 Physical Therapy Specialties to Pursue in Your Career - (https://www.css.edu/about/blog/9-physical-therapy-specialties-to-pursue-in-your-career/)

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