Online Continuing Education Courses

Ultrasound and Cold Therapy

• Describe the nature and characteristics of sonic waves
• Explain the production process of therapeutic ultrasound
• Describe the transmission of sonic waves including absorption, barriers and energy in different tissues
• Define pulsed ultrasound and the effects of pulsed ultrasound on tissues
• Differentiate physical and physiological effects of ultrasound along with thermal and nonthermal
• Become familiar with the effects of ultrasound on inflammation and tissue repair
• Outline therapeutic uses of ultrasound in various conditions including: fracture healing, wound healing, soft tissue injuries, scar tissue and blood flow
• Review principles and methods of application
• Examine dosage considerations for the proper use of ultrasound
• List contraindications and precautions for the use of ultrasound
• Outline the use, application and contraindications for the use of phonophoresis

• Describe physiological changes that occur as a result of cooling
• List and describe 5 therapeutic effects of cooling
• Outline methods and techniques of applying cold therapy
• Differentiate between the selection process of heat vs. cold
• List 5 contraindications and precautions for the user of cold therapy