Types of Physiotherapy - Microwave diathermy

Microwave diathermy

It's an electromagnetic wave used for treatment purposes with wavelength between infra-red rays and short wave diathermic waves.(5)

The heat energy obtained from the wave is used for giving relief to the patient.

Treatment Settings

1. Micro-wave diathermy waves used for treatment is of Wave length - 12.25 cm
2. Frequency - 2,450 cycles/sec

Production of Waves

The waves are obtained by heating special type of valve called Magnetron. The output is carried to a small aerial and microwaves are emitted.

Where useful?

1. Pain
2. Bacterial infection
3. Septic fingers
4. Boils
5. Abscess

Where it should not be used?

1. Cancer
2. Tuberculosis of Bone
3. Recent exposure to X-rays
4. Defective blood circulation (In cases like Diabetes)

Advantages

1. Pain is relieved
2. Healing of infections is faster
3. Aids in relaxation

Disadvantages

1. Burns
2. Injuries to eyes

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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