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Can diathermy depolarize motor nerves?
no
what is the most common type of diathermy?
short wave diathermy (SWD)
what effects can hydrostatic pressure have on the body?
can increase blood pressure and decrease lung expansion
How does PENS enhance neuromuscular performance
positively influencing neural plastic changes and treating motor neuron and muscle disuse
atrophy
What are the two types of lower extremity PENS firing patterns
triphasic and functional
describe functional patterns
repetitive limb motion, burst of muscle activation, an ongoing rhythm of movement is
generated
When are functional patterns used and what is an example of one
therapeutic exercise, ex: cycling running
What are the effects of PENS on nerves
release of nerve growth factor and other enzymes that help keep nerves healthy
what wave form does PENS use
asymmetrical biphasic
What are the parameters for SWD
pulse rate 400pps pulse duration 65usec treatment time 30min