Thermotherapy is a heat or cold application, known as cryotherapie. It is used to change temperatures of soft tissue, and to improve the symptoms of certain conditions. Cryotherapy and Thermotherapy are used in the treatment of musculoskeletal and soft tissue injuries. Ice and Heat reduce pain in muscles, joints, and soft tissues. They also increase inflammation, blood flow, and metabolism. Patients can use Thermotherapy at home or in rehabilitation facilities. Thermotherapy is used to rearrange tissue temperature to create a biological response. It is designed to target, a certain tissue, without disrupting other surrounding tissues. Heat increases temperature of the skin, soft tissue, and oxygen. It can also accelerate tissue healing …show more content…
The first phase is the inflammatory phase, which allows the body to contain the damaged tissue and prevents any further injury to the damaged area. The second phase is known as the proliferation phase, new tissue and scar tissue are formed, to facilitate the healing process. The final phase, the remodeling phase is the restoration of damaged or diseased tissues and the process of returning to health. Other treatment options and procedures include: Low back pain management, Gait and ambulation training, Balance recovery and fall prevention, Activities of Daily Living, Postural correction and training, Body Mechanics etc. Patients can also be treated by: Ultrasound, which produce sound waves that produce a form of deep tissue heating. Relieves pain for muscle spasms, and promotes circulation. It also relaxes muscles and soft tissues and prepares them for stretching. Phonopheresis, Used for the treatment of Inflammation, this ultrasound seeps medication into the skin. Heat Moisture, Produces a deep heat and increases circulation. Paraffin, a form of heat using wax and mineral oil. Electrotherapeutics, which are used to stimulate or promote muscle and nerve