Types of Physiotherapy - Hot Packs
Hot Packs
Hot packs usually consist of a silicate gel called Bentonite
The temperature of the 'Hot Water Tank' where the Hot Packs to be immersed is in the range between 75� to 80�C. The heat energy obtained from the hot packs is used to relieve pain and induce relaxation.
Where useful?
- Muscular Pain
- General Relaxation
Where it should not be used?
Individuals with
- Lack of heat sensation
- Local Open Wounds
- Burns
- Unhealed Scars
Advantages
- Relief of Pain
- Relaxing effect on the muscles
References:
- Therapeutic Heat - (https://fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1932�ionid=141707499)
- Sample Records For Cryotherapy - (https://www.science.gov/topicpages/c/cryotherapy.html)
- Light Therapy - (https://accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=2223�ionid=173788506)
- Contrast Bath Therapy - (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contrast_bath_therapy)
- Shortwave And Microwave Diathermy - (https://accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=465�ionid=40195359)
- Ultrasonics - (https://www.encyclopedia.com/science-and-technology/physics/physics/ultrasonics)
- Therapeutic Massage Techniques - (https://www.physioblasts.org/f/public/1366280192_429_FT0_technique_of_massage.pdf)
- The Properties Of Water And Their Applications for Training - (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4327375/)
- Physiotherapy - (https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/physiotherapy)
- 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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