PAM Ultrasound & Phonophoresis

Question 1

What is the main purpose of ultrasound therapy in physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

To stimulate deep tissue healing and reduce pain.

Answer

To cause muscle contractions.

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To freeze the tissue.

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To increase swelling.

Question 2

What is phonophoresis?

Accepted Answer

The use of ultrasound to deliver medication into tissues.

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Ultrasound therapy without medication.

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The application of medication using heat.

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The use of cold therapy to deliver medication.

Question 3

What is a contraindication for ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Over areas with malignant tumors or active bleeding.

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On areas with broken bones.

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On areas with sprains.

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On healthy tissues.

Question 4

What is the optimal frequency for ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

1 MHz for deep tissues and 3 MHz for superficial tissues.

Answer

1 MHz for superficial tissues.

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3 MHz for deep tissues.

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5 MHz for all tissues.

Question 5

What is a potential benefit of phonophoresis over traditional drug delivery methods?

Accepted Answer

It allows non-invasive, targeted drug delivery.

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It delivers drugs throughout the body.

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It uses oral medication only.

Answer

It increases the side effects of medication.

Question 6

Which medication is commonly used in phonophoresis?

Accepted Answer

Corticosteroids like hydrocortisone.

Answer

Vitamin C.

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Ibuprofen.

Answer

Acetaminophen.

Question 7

How does ultrasound therapy promote tissue healing?

Accepted Answer

By increasing blood flow and accelerating tissue repair.

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By cooling the tissue.

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By promoting muscle atrophy.

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By reducing blood circulation.

Question 8

What is the recommended intensity of ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

0.5 to 2.0 watts per cm².

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0.1 to 0.5 watts per cm².

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5 to 10 watts per cm².

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2.5 watts per cm².

Question 9

What is the benefit of using ultrasound in treating muscle strains?

Accepted Answer

It reduces inflammation and promotes circulation.

Answer

It increases muscle tension.

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It causes muscle spasms.

Answer

It only provides temporary relief.