Types of Physiotherapy - Relaxed passive movements

Relaxed passive movements

It is a Movement performed on the Joints by the Therapist, when the muscles or joints are affected.

Why to do?

1. To obtain full range of the Movement in the joint
2. For General relaxation
3. Memorization of the Movement pattern (Bed ridden person)
4. For Lymph Drainage

Where useful?

1. Stroke (Early stage)
2. Paralysis (Early stage)
3. Bed ridden persons

Where it should not be used?

1. Injuries in and around joints

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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