Transcription of Contraindications & Precautions
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Electrotherapy ContraindicationsTim WatsonPage 1 Contraindications & PrecautionsThere remains some controversy over exactly what does and does not constitute a contraindication to eachmodality. In addition to any list produced, it is essential that the therapist makes a professional judgementas no listing can cover all variations and clinical lists of Contraindications (by modality) below are derived from consensus rather than claiming to be adefinitive list. They are included here to assist and the author makes no claim for their mutual exclusivity conditions ( eczema, dermatitis)Allergy to the electrode or contact material (tape / gel)Patients who are unable to understand or respond to the instructions of the therapistPatients with pacemakers (although not directly affected by the EMG Biofeedback, they may be susceptibleto electromagnetic fields in the therapy environment. If in doubt, check with the appropriate authority.)Electrodes should not normally be placed over the eyes or other sensitive tissuePRECAUTIONSIf a patient has a diminished skin sensation, the full benefit of the therapy may not be realised.
Electrotherapy Contraindications Tim Watson Page 2 Hot Packs CONTRAINDICATIONS Impaired circulation Areas of recent bleeding or haemorrhage Lack of local thermal ...
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