Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the physiological basis for strengthening and endurance training as a result of NMES?

Identify the following WHMIS symbol:

Match the following dysfunction with the appropriate modality. Each modality will be used only once. 

The physiological justification to use pulsed non-thermal short-wave diathermy to promote healing includes all of the following EXCEPT:

The intensity of the radiation from the short-wave diathermy that reaches the patient DECREASES as the

A patient has been receiving ES for pain control with the following parameters: 50 µsec duration, 150 pps, & sensory level amplitude.After the first three minutes the patient indicates that there is no longer any sensation under the electrodes.  The BEST response is to:

Which of these is NOT an essential benefit of laser for your patient?

Diagnosis: Trochanteric BursitisPlan of Care: Thermal UltrasoundGoal  decrease painincrease tissue extensibilityParameters: 1 MHz, 100 % duty cycle, 1.8 W/ cm2During the treatment the patient complains of a deep ache. The BEST action is to

A patient has been receiving thermal ultrasound to the lumbar spine successfully for a week. The patient reports that she just found out that she is pregnant. What SHOULD the PTA do?

The primary physiological basis for pain relief using sensory level stimulation is