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Methods of treatment (I.E. massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, etc.).
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a variety of intervention methods and equipment
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Therapeutic method or agent.
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Multiple modes of intervention used to supplement treatment and help address pain management and muscle re-education; such modalities are electrical stimulation, iontophoresis, ultrasound, ice, hot packs, taping, laser and TheraTogsâ„¢.
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Modalities are used to improve circulation, increase enzymatic activity in the soft tissue, develop sensory and motor awareness, control inflammation and pain, and decrease soft tissue adhesions. Modalities include: ultrasound, Iontophoresis and Phonophoresis (delivery of medication through the soft tissue via ultrasound or repelling charges from an electrical current), electrical stimulation, and hot and cold applications.
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a method of therapy find all NHC pages containing: modalities
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