physiothrapy techniques

1. PHYSIOTHERAPY
Presenter : MateenAhmedSiddiqui
Group:-19

2. ELECTROTHERAPY
Shortwave
Diathermy
Microwave
Diathermy
Ultra sound
Interferential
Current
Therapy ( IFT)
Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve
Stimulation (
TENS).
Faradic & galvanic
muscle stimulator
Cervical/
Lumbar
Traction
Wax bath
Infrared rays LASER

3. SHORTWAVE
DIATHERMY
• Frequency - 27.12 MHz
• wavelength -11 meters.
• Treatment of deep muscles
and joints that are covered
with a heavy soft-tissue
mass.
• Utilizes two condenser plates
that are placed on either side of
the body part to be treated.
• Types:
– Continous
– pulsed

4. Microwave
Diathermy
 Frequency – 300 –
30,000mhz
 Wavelength – 10-
12cm(shorter than short
wave diathermy)
 Strongly absorbed by
tissues of high water
content(all joints)
 Selective heat application
 Not suitable for deeper

5. ULTRASOUND
 Uses high frequency sound
waves, greater than 20,000
Hz.
 Frequency range of 1- 3
MHz
 It has both thermal
&
mechanical effect.
 Used to heal soft tissue
and ligaments injury ,
scar mobilization &
edema reduction.

6. INTERFERENTIAL CURRENTTHERAPY
( IFT)
Placement of
electrodes
two currents produced cross
each other in the affected area
Two currents 'interfere' with
each other
“INTERFERENTIAL”
This modality addresses the issues of
pain, spasm, and inflammation

7. TRANSCUTANEOUS ELECTRICAL
NERVE STIMULATION (TENS)
 Most commonly used forms of electro
analgesia
 Goal - block pain signals and to
stimulate the release of naturally
produced pain killers such as
endorphin
 Uses:
 Low Back Pain (LBP)
 Myofascial And Arthritic Pain
 Sympathetically Mediated Pain
 Bladder Incontinence
 Neurogenic Pain
 Visceral Pain
 Postsurgical Pain

8. FARADIC & GALVANIC MUSCLE
STIMULATOR
Generation of impulse by a electic device
Delivered through electrodes on the skin in direct
proximity to the muscles
elicitation of muscle contraction using electric
impulse
stimulation of blood flow and pain reduction, as
well as ionization

9. CERVICAL/ LUMBAR TRACTION
 short term relief of neck pain and
low back ache
 relieve muscle spasm and nerve root
compression by stretching soft
tissues
 Increases the spaces between
vertebrae reducing pressure on
intervertebral discs and nerve root

10. WAX BATH
 Application of the molten
paraffin wax on the body
part(40
– 44˚c)
 Methods:
 Dipping and Wrap,
 Direct pouring method
 Toweling or bandaging method
 Reduces
pain,inflammation,edema and
muscle spasm
 C/i in
ischaemia,haemoorhage,spinal

11. INFRARED
RAYS A band of light that we perceive
as heat
 Decreases muscle spasm
and promote relaxation
 Promoting healing of
superficial wounds
 Faster ability to heal from soft
tissue injuries such as tears,
pulls, and sprains
 May cause burns and electric
shock

12. CRYOTHERAPY
Pain and muscle
spasm
Stretching of collagen due
to tension(tear)
Blood vessels are
torn,invagination of fluid in
to muscle fibres
Bruises in
skin
Application of
cold
Reduction in flow of fluid in
to fibres
Reduces transmission of
pain impulses
Reduces spasm (reduces
ability of muscle to maintain
contraction)
Swelling and internal
bleeding is
reduced

13. Advantages
 Usually inexpensive.
 Quick application with
little preparation.
 Faster muscle recovery
 Promotes healthier
skin complexion
 Effective with chronic
pain management
 Reduces stress &
anxiety
Disadvantages
 It is difficult to keep the ice
in place
 Quickly melts
 No compression is applied.
 Can only be applied for
short periods of time (10-
20 minutes).

14.  ICE BAGS:
 simple plastic bags, chemical cold
packs or frozen vegetables.
 The skin will pass through four
stages of sensation in 10-15
minutes.
 These sensations in order are:
 Cold
Burning
Numbness
 ICE MASSAGE
 DO NOT hold the ice in one area for
more than 3 minutes since this may
cause frostbite.
• Cold therapy should be stopped once
the skin feels numb

15. LASER
 Light Amplification from the
Stimulated Emission of
Radiation (LASER)
 Increases
 healing rate in wounds and
burns
 healing response of fractures
 regeneration of damaged nerve
by
stimulating axon sprouting
 Decrease inflammatory edema
 Uses :
 Osteoarthritis
 Rheumatoid arthritis
 Ankle sprain
 Chronic Low back pain
 Chronic ulcers and wounds

16. EXERCISE
THERAPY
Active &
Passive
Exercises
Resisted
exercises
Joint
Mobilization
techniques.
Suspensio
n
therapy
Hydrotherapy
Relaxatio
n
technique
s
Stretching
Proprioceptive
Neuromuscular
Facilitation. (
PNF)
Myo Fascial
Release
Technique
Muscle
Energy
Technique
Gait &
Balance
Training
Posture
Correction
.
Breathing
Exercise
Postural training

17. ACTIVE AND PASSIVE
EXERCISES
• Regain muscle power and then increase
the range of joint movement under muscle
control
• Active exercise is the keynote of treatment
• It strengthen muscles and mobilize joints
• prevents bone atrophy, stimulate
circulation, improve co-ordination and
restore function

18. SHOULDER WHEEL
EXERCISES
 To improve the Range
of motion of shoulder
joint
FINGER LADDER
EXERCISES

19. PARALLEL
BARS
 For gait training & posture
correction

20. SUSPENSION THERAPY
To improve range of
movements

21. SUSPENSION THERAPY
 form of Assisted Exercises(continuous
passive motion)
to increase ROM, increase muscle power
and support body parts by using ropes
and slings.
Aim : Muscle Strengthening Neuro-Muscular
Co- ordination
Types
:
Axial
Pendular
vertical

22. QUADRICEPS CHAIR AND
STATIC BICYCLE
For Quadriceps
Strengthening

23. GYM BALL
EXERCISE
For Back exercise , Neck & trunk control in
Baby

24. FINGER
EXERCISER

25. MYO FASCIAL RELEASE
THERAPY
 Scarring or injury to network
of connective tissues produce
pain and impede motion
 Gentle blend of streching
and massage
 Uses hands on manipulation
of entire body
 Technique to ease pressure in
the fibrous band of connective
tissue in the body

26. USES
• Long standing back
ache
• Fibromyalgia
• Sports injuries
• Rotator cuff injuries
• Sciatica

27. HYDROTHERAPY
• Hydrotherapy, or water therapy, is the use
of water (hot, cold, steam, or ice) to
relieve discomfort and promote physical
well-being
– Hot Water: relaxing, stimulate immune system.
– Tepid Water: stress reduction.
– Cold Water: reduce inflammation
• Alternating hot and cold water can stimulate
the circulatory system and improve the
immune system

28.  External Hydrotherapy
– involves the immersion
of the body in water
 Motion-based treatments
– uses water under pressure
in the form of jets,
whirlpools or aerated
bubbles
– It is used to treat joint
and muscle injuries
,stress and anxiety
disorders.
 Uses:
osteoarthritis
rheumatoid
arthritis fibro
myalgia sciatica

30. 1. Swedish massage
Swedish massage is a gentle type of full-body
massage that’s ideal for people who:
•are new to massage
•have a lot of tension
•are sensitive to touch
It can help release muscle knots.
The massage therapist will use a combination of:
•kneading
•long, flowing strokes in the direction of the heart
•deep circular motions
•vibration and tapping
•passive joint movement techniques
Usually a Swedish massage will last for
60–90 minutes.
SUMMARY:
•Choose a Swedish massage for relaxation or
managing minor pain.
•This type of massage is also good for people new
to massage.

31. 2. Hot stone massage
Hot stone massage is best for people who have muscle pain
and tension or who simply want to relax. This type of
therapeutic massage is similar to a Swedish massage, only the
massage therapist uses heated stones in lieu of or in addition
to their hands. It eases muscle tension, improves blood flow,
and relieves pain by using heated stones. Hot stone
massage may help:
•ease muscle tension
•improve blood flow
•alleviate pain
•promote relaxation
•relieve stress
During a hot stone massage, heated stones are placed on
different areas around your whole body. Your therapist may
hold a stone as they massage different parts of your body using
Swedish massage techniques using gentle pressure.
Sometimes cold stones are also used.
Usually the massage is 90 minutes long.
SUMMARY:
•Hot stone massage may relieve more muscle tension than a
Swedish massage because of the added heat.
•This type of massage in usually more expensive than a
Swedish massage.

32. 3. Aromatherapy massage
Aromatherapy massages are best for people who
want to have an emotional healing component to their
massage. This type of massage can help:
•boost your mood
•reduce stress and anxiety
•reduce symptoms of depression
•relieve muscle tension
•relieve pain
Aromatherapy massages combine soft, gentle
pressure with the use of essential oils. Your massage
therapist will usually decide which essential oils to
use, but you can let them know if you have a
preference. Essential oils are diluted before being
applied to the skin.
During the massage, you’ll be given a full-body
massage while inhaling essential oils through a
diffuser and absorbing them through your skin.
Sometimes an aromatherapy massage will only focus
on your back, shoulders, and head..
An aromatherapy massage is 60–90 minutes.
SUMMARY:
•Aromatherapy combines the gentle touches of
Swedish massage with the addition of essential oils.
•Do not use this type of massage if you’re sensitive to
smell or essential oils.

33. 4. Deep tissue massage
Deep tissue massage uses more pressure
than a Swedish massage. It’s a good option if
you have chronic muscle problems, such as
soreness, injury, or imbalance. It can help
relieve tight muscles, chronic muscle pain, and
anxiety.
During a deep tissue massage, your massage
therapist will use slow strokes and deep finger
pressure to relieve tension from the deepest
layers of your muscles and connective tissues.
You can be naked during this massage or wear
your underwear.
The massage will last for 60–90 minutes.
While deep tissue may be more intense, you
shouldn’t feel any pain or soreness.
SUMMARY:
•Deep tissue massage is a good option if you
have a lot of muscle tension or chronic pain.
•Avoid this type of massage if you’re overly
sensitive to pressure.

34. 5. Shiatsu massage
Shiatsu massage is best for people who want
to feel relaxed and relieve stress, pain, and
tension. It’s a Japanese type of massage that:
•promotes emotional and physical calm and
relaxation
•helps to relieve stress, anxiety, and
depression
•may relieve headache
•reduces muscle tension
Shiatsu massage works the whole body, but
your therapist may focus on areas of your body
that need extra attention. During the massage,
your therapist will use their hands, palms, and
thumbs to massage certain points of your
body. Pulsing or rhythmic pressure is used.
Shiatsu massages typically last for 60–90
minutes.
SUMMARY:
•Shiatsu is a good option if you’re looking for a
relaxing massage. It may also help release
minor tension.

35. 6. Thai massage
Thai massage is best for people
who want a more active form of
massage and want to reduce and
relieve pain and stress. It can also
help improve:
•flexibility
•circulation
•energy levels
Thai massage works the entire
body using a sequence of
movements that are similar to yogic
stretching. Your therapist will use
their palms and fingers to apply firm
pressure to your body. You’ll also
be stretched and twisted into
various positions. Thai massage
lasts for 60–90 minutes.
SUMMARY:
•Thai massage is more active than
other forms of massage, and the
therapist will stretch your body in
addition to providing a massage.

36. 7. Prenatal massage
Prenatal massage can be a safe way for
women to get a massage during pregnancy.
It can help reduce pregnancy body aches,
reduce stress, and ease muscle tension.
Prenatal massage uses mild pressure similar
to Swedish massage. The therapist will focus
on areas such as your lower back, hips, and
legs.. During the massage, you’ll either lie on
your side or on a specially designed table
with a cutout for your belly.
The massage will last for 45–60 minutes.
SUMMARY:
•Prenatal massage is a good option for
pregnant women.
•This type of massage focuses on gentle
pressure and is good for relaxation and mild
tension relief.