ENGLISH TASK

Procedure Task
About Physical
Therapy
“Electrotherapy”

By : Yolfi Mantes

NIM : 2062150
 Preparation
"TENS" (Transcutaneous Electrical
Nerve Stimulation) Physical Therapy
– The therapist carries out an assessment to get the problem and determine the program so
that Interferntial therapy is more likely to reach the target
– Provide an explanation of the steps of therapy and its goals so that the patient is calm and
understands the program
– Determine the appropriate therapy area for effective therapy
– Warm Up Tool 5 Minutes
– Selecting the electrodes and method used
– Trigger point with large (passive) or small (active) electrodes
– Dip Ped in warm water, so that the patient is not surprised
– Position the patient as comfortable as possible
– The patient's clothes are removed as necessary, Explain that those who feel a little pain but do
not hurt when they feel sore, there is a fear of burns
 Implementation

– Install the ped according to the method chosen

– Play 10-15 minutes as needed
– The intensity is given according to the patient's tolerance. Control whether
there are patient complaints or control the state of the machine
 Dose

– The intensity is based on the stage, – The 4000 Hz frequency does not
type and nature of the injury produce motor activity and feels
– The duration of therapy is 10-15 smooth so it is suitable for
minutes, if there are pain points it relieving pain
can be given per point for 5 – Repeat therapy for low doses is
minutes carried out every day, while for
– The 2000 Hz frequency will high doses, every 2 days
produce motor activity, the current
that will be generated feels harsh
– Ending Therapy
– Turn off the machine, make sure the button returns to 0
– Do not allow the patient to turn off the machine himself or wake up
immediately after the therapy is over
– Give Tissue when therapy is complete so that the patient can clean
– Pay attention to patient reactions and possible side effects
Sample image
– Return the tools and equipment to their original position