A therapeutic modality is a device or application that delivers a physical agent to the body for a therapeutic purpose. 

Exercise is contraindicated during the early phase of injury recovery as it will be deterimental to the healing process and lead to greater scar tissue formation.

Which of the following contraindications should be checked for prior to the application of cryotherapy in any form?

Which of the following types of electrical stimulation requires that you use two seperate sets of electrodes?

In order for cupping technique to influence the Gate Control Theory A-delta fibers would need to be stimulated to stimulate the T-cell and “close” the gate.

The end goal when using IASTM is to create petechiae and ecchymosis, as both demonstrate tissue remodeling, a desired physiological response.

The hunting response has been proven to occur in all body parts during cold application.

The electrodes from lead A have an area of 20 square inches, the electrodes from lead B have an area of 4 square inches. This type of application set up would be considered:

What is fasciculation?

Conservative treatment for a herniated disk often involves a regimen of therapeutic massage, immobilization, thermotherapy, and traction. For what purpose is traction included in the treatment plan?