Which of the following is a contraindication for ultrasound therapy?
Pacemaker over chest
Joint stiffness
Fracture healing
Muscle strain
What is the therapeutic frequency range of ultrasound used in physical therapy?
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10-15 MHz
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0.1-0.5 MHz
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0.5-3.0 MHz
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5-10 MHz
Which traction method is best for cervical spine disorders?
Manual hip traction
Cervical halter traction
Which hydrotherapy technique involves walking or exercising in water?
Ice immersion
Whirlpool bath
Contrast bath
Pool therapy
In neurorehabilitation, PNF stands for?
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Peripheral Nerve Function
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Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
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Physiological Neuromotor Function
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Physical Nerve Facilitation
Which is a contraindication for cryotherapy?
Raynaud's disease
Edema
Acute injury
Muscle spasm
Which principle explains why heat increases tissue extensibility?
Boyle's law
Gate control theory
Collagen plastic deformation
Hooke's law
What is the primary goal of cardiac rehabilitation in physical therapy?
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Improve heart anatomy
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Reduce physical activity
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Restore functional capacity
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Replace damaged heart muscle
Which of the following is an example of closed kinetic chain exercise?
Hamstring curls
Leg press
Bicep curls
Shoulder press
What is the main benefit of Interferential Current (IFC) therapy?
Pain relief
Increase bone density
