Types of Physiotherapy - Infra-red Rays

Infra-red rays

Infra-red rays are electromagnetic waves, the heat energy obtained from the rays are used to relieve pain.

Infra-red Rays Generators (2 types)

• Non-Luminous Generator
• Luminous Generator

Where useful?

1. Pain
2. Muscle strain and pain

Where it should not be used?

1. Defective Blood Supply to the area (eg. In case of diabetes)
2. Any Blood loss
3. Defective skin sensation (nerve damage)

Advantages

1. Relief of Pain
2. Muscle relaxation

Disadvantages

1. Burns
2. Electric Shock
3. Overdose headache
4. Injury to eyes
5. Faintness

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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