For a paraffin treatment, list three physiological effects, three indications, and four
contraindications.
What will be an ideal response?
Physiological effects:
? Vasodilator: Increases systemic blood and lymphatic flow in area
? Analgesic: Relieves pain
? Emollient: Soothes the skin
? Sedative: Induces a state of relaxation and stress relief
? Thermodynamic: Sends deep, penetrating heat into muscles and joints
Indications:
? Tight joints (from noninflammatory conditions)
? Muscle spasms, tightness, or strain
? Pain from old sprains and strains
? Need to loosen scar tissue
? Need for stress relief
Contraindications:
? Heart conditions
? Untreated hypertension
? Vascular disease, including varicose veins
? Numbness or loss of sensation in an area
? Skin conditions made worse by heat
? Intolerance to heat
? Broken or irritated skin
? High body temperature (fever)
? Pregnancy
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