MTST-143 Study Guide - Final Guide: Phrenic Nerve, Castor Oil, Spasm
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Ice and stretch - when? if congestion is excessive? decreased rom, causes more pain and more waste product in area, slows healing process for muscle spasm? when in chronic stage and shortened. Mess with nervous system and distract it so muscles can relax and lengthen. Pain, will break up collagen fibers, works as anti-inflammatory, penetrates deep. Direction of dry brushing - towards lymph nodes and then towards heart define movement therapy: pain-free active or passive movement difference between ice massage and ice pack - ice pack - no mechanical. Can be left longer than ice massage. larger area. use. Ice massage is directly on skin. smaller, specific area. depends on condition if safe or for acute - more safe. not. Epsom salts - is heat treatment - so no acute inuries. Indications - muscle pain, tendons, needs relaxation treatment, has detox effects on muscles - takes waste out. C/i"s- allergies, open wound, heart problems, acute inflammation of any time.