Modalities are used to aid in the healing of tissues. One must always fit the modality to the tissue, not the tissue to the modality. The type of injured tissue must be taken into consideration and the surrounding tissues must be considered as well. Some modalities may be great for some tissues, but could harm other tissues. Injury depth is another issue when using modalities. Some injuries may be too deep for a modality to reach the injury site. Therefore, another alternative therapy must be used. It is important for clinicians to know the indications and contraindications for all the modalities. This will help the rehabilitation process go smoother. All Rights Reserved. © Copyright. |