• ESS 349 Lab Manual
  • Terminology
  • Stretching
  • HIPAA
  • HOPS
  • SOAP Notes
  • Universal Precautions
  • Wound Care
  • Blisters
  • P.R.I.C.E.
  • Thermotherapy Notes
  • Cryotherapy Notes
  • Neutral Therapy Notes
  • Game Ready Chart
  • Bob-Dog
  • Modality Chart
  • Heat Modalities
  • Cold Modalities
  • Therapeutic Modalities
  • Preventative Ankle Taping
  • Phases of Rehabilitation
  • Rehab Tools
  • Hypervolt User Guide
  • Ankle HOPS Notes
  • ANKLE HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • How to Use a Tape Shark
  • Arch Taping
  • Patellar Tendon Taping
  • Wraps
  • KNEE HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • Crutch Fitting
  • SHOULDER HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • Additional Tape Jobs
  • Concussion Education
  • Wiihab
  • Kinesio Tape
  • 3" Powerflex Ankle
  • HOPS Rubrics
  • Download
  • Translations
  • Diathermy

    Physiological Effect

    Electromagnetic waves create vibrations in the molecules of the muscle fibers to increase blood flow to the area and reduce pain.

    Indications

    Large soft tissue injuries such as:

    Contraindications

    Application

    Position diathermy head 1” over treatment area

    Ensure that the skin is dry around the treatment area.

    Place a towel over the area if desired to reduce intensity of treatment

    Time intervals

    20 minutes

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