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Who is considered the 1st modern hydrotherapist?
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Vincent Preissnitz (1799–1852)
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What priest cured his own Tuberculosis using Hydrotherapy and diet?
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Father Kneipp (b 1800)
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Define Hydrotherapy
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The use of water in any of its three forms: solid, liquid or vapor, internally or externally, in the treatment of disease or trauma.
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What is the main goal of hydrotherapy?
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Improve the quality of blood.
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_______ and ________ are the messages; ___________ is the medium.
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Heat
Cold Water |
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__________ and __________ is proportional to the normal flow of ___________ _____________.
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Health
Healing Healthy Blood |
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Only the body heals; hydrotherapy does what?
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Aid to accelerate the body's healing process by manipulating the blood flow.
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List some of the properties of water that make it an effective medium for hydrotherapy.
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Accessible, abundant, affordable
Universal solvent High specific heat; excellent ability to carry and give off heat Compatibility with our bodies Easy temperature control Fluidity allows for contouring to any body part. Can be used in any of its forms. |
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At what temperatures does water burn skin?
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115–125+
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What temperature range is considered "Very Hot" ?
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105–115f
41+c |
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What temperature range is considered "Hot" ?
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100–104f
38–40c |
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What temperature range is considered "Warm"?
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92–99f
34–37c |
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What temperature range is considered "Tepid or Lukewarm"?
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80–91f
27–33c |
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What temperature range is considered "Cool" ?
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65–79f
18–26c |
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What temperature range is considered "Cold" ?
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55–64f
13–17c |
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What temperature range is considered "Very Cold" ?
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32–54f
0–12c |
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What temperature do hydrocollators keep hot gel packs?
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160–166f
71–74c |
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What temperature is Parrafin Bath Wax delivered at?
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120f
49c |
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What is the boiling point of water?
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212f
100c |
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Recite the 10 Commandments of Hydrotherapy.
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1) Always explain procedures ahead of time.
2) Keep a clear written record of all hydrotherapy treatments. 3) Treat the client before or 90 minutes after meals. 4) With intense hydrotherapy treatments, treat the client at their strong time of the day. 5) Take the clients body temperature and heart rate before, during and after treatment 6) With intense heat treatments, it is important to always end with cold. 7) Allow time and space for the client to rest after their hydrotherapy treatment 8) The larger the body part exposed to hot or cold, the lower the body's tolerance to the treatment. 9) Never apply heat if there is the possibility of bleeding, bruising and/or inflammation. 10) When in doubt, use cold. Cold is appropriate for any stage of injury. |
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Name some of the General Contraindications of Hydrotherapy.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pregnancy Multiple Sclerosis Heart Disorders Severe Kidney Infection Diabetes (Advanced) Peripheral Neuropathy Uncontrolled High/Low Blood pressure Infectious Skin Disorders Cancer Vascular Disease Intoxication Undiagnosed Illness Whiplash HIV/AIDS |
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Name the Specific Contraindications of Cold treatments.
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Acute asthma
Cold Allergies Raynaud's Phenomenon |
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Name the specific contraindications of Heat treatments.
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Acute inflammation
Known malignancy Heat sensitivities Sunburns Burns Recent/potential hemorrage Infection Where liniments/rubs have recently been used Hypertension Varicose veins |
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What is the abbreviation for "Treatment" ?
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Tx
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What is the abbreviation for "Times/Repetition" ?
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X
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What is the abbreviation for "Vasoconstriction" ?
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Vc
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What is the abbreviation for "Vasodialation" ?
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Vd
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What do you do when you encounter a negative reaction to a hydrotherapy treatment?
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Immediately STOP the treatment
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List the negative reactions to Hydrotherapy.
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Cyanosis
Red marbling of skin Pain (when it doesn;t cease, or it spreads) Uncontrolled shivering/shaking Cold extremeties Fullness or congestion in the head Dizziness or lightheadedness Faintness, fatigue or nausea |
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Name the 3 stages of soft tissue healing.
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Acute Inflammatory Phase
Subacute Phase Chronic Phase |
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What is the normal duration of the acute inflammatory phase?
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0–7 days after injury
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What is the normal duration of the subacute phase?
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7–21 days after injury
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What is the normal duration of the chronic phase?
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21 days post injury
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What is the duration for a Short Cold treatment?
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Less than one minute
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What is the duration for a Long Cold treatment?
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10–15 minutes
Maximum of 20 minutes |
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What is the physiological effect of short cold treatments?
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Initial Vc
Secondary Vd Vc |
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What is the physiological effect of long cold treatments?
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Vc
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What is the circulatory effect of short cold treatments?
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Increased circulation
Increased metabolism |
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What is the circulatory effect of long cold treatments?
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Decreased circulation
Decreased metabolism |
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Describe the "Hunting Response"
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After 20 minutes of cold, the body sends blood back to the area to prevent frostbite, but contributes to secondary tissue damage.
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What are the 3 common stages of sensation for long cold applications?
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Stage 1: Cold
Stage 2: Pain – with possible aching & burning Stage 3: Numbness |
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What commandment is most relevant for cold treatments?
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#1. Always explain the procedures ahead of time. Dont surprise the client.
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What are some benefits of cold water?
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Analgesic
Anesthetic Antispasmodic Burn Management Stimulant Tonic |
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What are some indications to use cryotherapy?
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Sprains
Contusions To decrease pain To decrease acute inflammation Headaches Hemorrage To decrease muscle spasm After treatment of trigger point Decrease muscle guarding Cold sores Angina Stress relief Bursitis Menstrual cramps |
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What are the methods/applications for cold treatments?
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Ice Packs
Slush Packs Ice Massage Cold immersion Bath Heating Compress |
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What is the duration for short heat treatments?
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Less than 5 minutes
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What is the duration for long heat treatments?
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5–30 minutes
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What is the physiological effects of short heat treatments?
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Vd
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What is the physiological effects of long heat treatments?
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Venous stasis
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What are the circulatory effects of short heat treatments?
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Increased circulation
Increased metabolism |
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What are the circulatory effects of long heat treatments?
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Decreased circulation
Increased metabolism |
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What is the temperature range for heat treatments?
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100–104f
38–40c |
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What are some benefits of hot water?
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Analgesic
Antispasmodic Antiseptic Diaphoretic Expectorant Sedative Stimulant |
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What are some indications to use heat treatments?
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To decrease pain
To decrease stiffness To decrease tissue tone As a pre–massage |
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Describe a repetition of a contrast treatment.
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Heat 3 minutes
Cold 30 seconds |
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Describe a treatment for contrast treatments.
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4 to 8 repetitions of:
Heat 3 minutes Cold 30 seconds |
