A PTA is treating a patient with an ice massage over the lef…
A PTA is treating a patient with an ice massage over the left lateral collateral ligament of the ankle. The patient complains of tingling and numbness in the foot and toes distal to the application of the ice massage. The PTA SHOULD:
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History: Patient has been receiving intermittent lumbar traction for chronic degenerative joint disease. Patient weighs 170 pounds, pain 6/10 before treatment PT Goal: Joint distraction PT Plan of Care: Lumbar traction progress as toleratedFirst visit: Intermittent traction, 45 pounds force, pain 5/10 after treatment, 10 minutes durationSecond visit: Intermittent traction 60 pounds force, 3/10 after treatment, 10 minutes durationThird visit: What force and duration is indicated for this patient based on their prior response and PT goal?
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