Capacitor

CapacitorDownload Capacitor also known as Condenser http://www.physiotherapyphd.com The capacitance of an object is the ability of the body to hold an electrical charge. The unit of capacitance is farad. The capacitor ability depends on the surface area and its material used. Three types of capacitors: Parallel plate capacitor is the capacitor which is used mostContinue reading "Capacitor"

Discuss the production of Infra-Red Radiation. Describe the Therapeutic effects and danger of Infra-Red Radiation

Discuss the production of Infra Red Radiation. Describe the Therapeutic effects and danger of Infra Red RadiationDownload Discuss the production of Infra-Red Radiation. Describe the Therapeutic effects and danger of Infra-Red Radiation. http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Introduction The infrared rays are electromagnetic waves with the wavelengths of 750 to 400000 nm and frequency 4 × 1014 Hz andContinue reading "Discuss the production of Infra-Red Radiation. Describe the Therapeutic effects and danger of Infra-Red Radiation"

Resistance parallel and series

Resistance parallel and seriesDownload Resistance parallel and serieswww.physiotherapyphd.comResistance is the obstruction to the flow of electrons in a conductor. The unit of electrical resistance is the ohm.Cause of resistance of a conductor: Resistance of a given conducting wire is due to the collisions of free electrons with the ions or atoms of the conductor whileContinue reading "Resistance parallel and series"

Short question Electrotherapy-3

Short Questions-3 ElectrotherapyDownload (Each question is for 2(two) marks) http://www.physiotherapyphd.com 1.Define Rheostat: Rheostat is a device used to regulate current by altering either the resistance of the current or potential in the part of the circuit. It consists of a coil of high resistance wire wound onto an insulating block with each turn insulated fromContinue reading "Short question Electrotherapy-3"

Kromayer lamp- UVR

Kromayer lampDownload Kromayer lamp http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Kromayer Lmp is one of the UVR generator uses water for the lamp. It has advantage over high-pressure mercury lamp that it can be used in contact with the body tissues as the harmful infrared rays are absorbed by the circulating water so there is no danger of burns. ConstructionContinue reading "Kromayer lamp- UVR"

Faradic current

Faradic currentDownload Faradic current http://www.physiotherapyphd.com During the 1830s, Faraday discovered that bidirectional electrical currents could be induced by a moving magnet. He called this current “Faradic current.” Faradic current can be used to produce muscle contractions. Faradic type current is short duration interrupted direct current with pulse duration of 0.1–1 ms and frequencies between 50–100Continue reading "Faradic current"

Infra-red radiation – Types and Effects

Infra red radiation - types and effectsDownload http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Infra-Red Radiation: The infrared rays are electromagnetic waves with the wavelengths of 750 to 400000 nm and frequency 4 × 1014 Hz and 7.5 × 1011 Hz. It lies beyond boundary of visible light. Any hot body can produce infrared rays like the sun, electric bulb, coalContinue reading "Infra-red radiation – Types and Effects"

What is strength-duration curves? Write in detail the technique of doing it.

What is strength duration curves. Write in detail the technique of doing it.Download What is strength-duration curves? Write in detail the technique of doing it. http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Definition:The amount of electricity required to produce an AP depends on the type of nerve and can be represented by the nerve’s strength-duration curve. The strength-duration curve for aContinue reading "What is strength-duration curves? Write in detail the technique of doing it."

Production of Short-Wave Diathermy and its methods, Physiological effects and dangers of Short-Wave Diathermy.

Production of Short Wave Diathermy and its Methods, Physiological effects, Dangers of Short wave diathermy.Download Production of Short-Wave Diathermy and its methods, Physiological effects and dangers of Short-Wave Diathermy.  The question should be answered in four parts, Short Wave Diathermy: - Production, Method of application, Physiological effects, Dangers To get more questions and answer relatedContinue reading "Production of Short-Wave Diathermy and its methods, Physiological effects and dangers of Short-Wave Diathermy."

Short question Electrotherapy-2

Short Questions-2 ElectrotherapyDownload Short question Electrotherapy-2 http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Erythema Erythema, or redness of the skin resulting from dilation of superficial blood vessels caused by the release of histamines, is one of the most common and obvious effects of exposure to UV radiation. Damage to cells causes release of histamine like substance from the epidermis and theContinue reading "Short question Electrotherapy-2"

Describe TENS and explain in detail its frequency, intensity, application, positioning of electrodes and types of TENS.

Describe TENS and Explain in detail its Frequency, Intensity, Application, Positioning of Electrodes and Types of TENS.Download Describe TENS and explain in detail its frequency, intensity, application, positioning of electrodes and types of TENS. http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Describe TENS Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is the use of transcutaneous electrical stimulation to modulate pain. TENS can beContinue reading "Describe TENS and explain in detail its frequency, intensity, application, positioning of electrodes and types of TENS."

Explain in detail about the Transformer with Definition, Types, Principle, Construction, Working and Uses.

Explain in detail about the Transformer with Definition, Types, Principle, Construction, Working and Uses.Download Explain in detail about the Transformer with definition, types, principle, construction, working and uses. http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Definitions: A transformer is an electric device which is used for changing the a.c. voltages. A transformer which increases the a.c. voltages is called a step-upContinue reading "Explain in detail about the Transformer with Definition, Types, Principle, Construction, Working and Uses."

Short question Electrotherapy-1

Short Questions-1 ElectrotherapyDownload Latent Heat It is the energy required for (or released by) a change of state. Latent heat of fusion is the amount of heat required to convert 1 gm of ice at 0 degree Celsius to 1 gm of water at 0 degree Celsius (value is 336 joules). Latent heat of vaporizationContinue reading "Short question Electrotherapy-1"

THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS OF CRYOTHERAPY

Therapeutic effects of cryotherapyDownload THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS OF CRYOTHERAPY http://www.physiotherapyphd.com Inflammation control Cryotherapy can be used to control acute inflammation, thereby accelerating recovery from injury or trauma. Edema control Cryotherapy can be used to control the formation of edema, particularly when edema is associated with acute inflammation. Pain control The decrease in tissue temperature produced byContinue reading "THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS OF CRYOTHERAPY"

CONTRAST BATH

Contrast BathDownload http://www.physiotherapyphd.com CONTRAST BATH The principle of contrast bath therapy is to combine the effects of both hot as well as cold bath together. The part is immersed alternatively in hot and in cold water tanks. The temperature of hot water ranges from 36–45ºC and the cold water from 15–20ºC. The part is immersedContinue reading "CONTRAST BATH"

PUVA

PUVADownload http://www.physiotherapyphd.com   PUVA Treatment with psoralen-based topical and systemic drugs in conjunction with UVA (PUVA) is used today for some patients with psoriasis. This treatment combination was first described by Tronnier and Schule in 1972 and has since been shown by numerous other researchers to be effective. Psoriasis is most responsive to UVA administeredContinue reading "PUVA"