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ELECTROTHERAPY - I<br />

LOW FREQUENCY AND MEDIUM FREQUENCY<br />

EXAMINATION AT END OF-III rd YEAR<br />

INSTRUCTION HOURS- 150 HOURS<br />

COURSE DESCRIPTION<br />

In this course the student will learn the principles, technique and effects <strong>of</strong> electrotherapy as a<br />

therapeutic modality in the restoration <strong>of</strong> physical function.<br />

COURSE OBJECTIVES<br />

The objective <strong>of</strong> this course is that after 250 hours <strong>of</strong> lectures, demonstrations, practicals and<br />

clinics the student will be able to list the indications and contraindications <strong>of</strong> various types <strong>of</strong><br />

electrotherapy demonstrate the different technique and describe their effects.<br />

CHAPTER A-ELECTRICITY<br />

1 Definition and types<br />

2 Therapeutic uses<br />

3 Basic physics<br />

4 Working<br />

5 Importance <strong>of</strong> current in treatment<br />

6 Uses<br />

CHAPTER B -BASIC CONCEPTS IN ELECTRICAL STIMULATION<br />

1 Resting Membrane Potential<br />

2 Action Potential<br />

B.P.T. Regulations 2010‐2011<br />

58

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