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Which of the following statements best describes radiation treatment depths for a given portal?

Describe the following effects of US AND give 2 indications for each.  Answer in the following format:  1. Effect – indication -indication 2. Effect -indication -indication  

For optimal effect, it is recommended that stretching be applied: 

US is classified under two effects and they are _______________ and ______________. 

A PTA initiates US using water immersion to the distal calf of a patient rehabilitating from a motor vehicle accident. The PTA had previously administered US using direct contact, 1 MHz frequency at 1.2 W/cm2 x 5 minutes. In order to maintain the same amount of tissue heating as originally used with direct contact technique, the PTA should:    

Evaluation findings for a 10-year-old include pain and limited range of motion following a surgical repair of the medial collateral ligament and the anterior cruciate ligament. The plan of care includes the use of physical agents for pain control and tissue healing. What modality should the physical therapist assistant AVOID the use of?  

When the nerve becomes gradually less responsive to stimulation, this is called:

An athlete presents with pain and muscle spasm of the upper back (C7 – T8) extending to the lateral border of the scapula. This encompasses a 10cm by 10cm area on both sides of the spine. If the ultrasound unit only has a 5cm2 sound head, the physical therapist assistant should treat:   

In providing US treatment for a patient with acute medial epicondylitis, which of the following settings is appropriate for the PTA to utilize?  

List 4 contraindications of ultrasound.