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Microwave Diathermy Physic Principle
Microwave Diathermy Physic Principle
Treatment procedures:
1. Selection of the treatment head (Director):
Generally, two designs of directors are found:
- Circular: In which heat is denser at the periphery more than at the
center. Two sizes of circular directors are available:
Small: for small areas.
Large: for large areas.
- Rectangular: for elongated areas.
So, director selection depends on the shape and the anatomical
configuration of the treated area. The actual distance from the director to
the skin will determine the extent of the treatment zone, which can be
detected by passing an ordinary fluorescent lamp between the treatment
head and the patients skin.
2. Preparation of the patient:
- The target area should be bare skin.
- Clean the skin thoroughly.
- Choose the comfortable position for the patient.
- No towel is needed.
3. Monitoring the treatment:
The target distance will determine the power levels, as the closer
the director to the skin, the lower the power levels and vice-versa. A
warm-up period must be allowed to permit the magnetron to develop
enough efficiency. The desired sensation of the patient is gentle warmth.
Thus, reports of hot spots should be attended immediately either by
reducing the power or increasing the distance.
4. Duration of treatment:
Treatment by microthermy requires between 10 and 20 minutes.
Generally, smaller target areas need less time, while larger ones need
more. Treatment may be applied daily or every other day.