This scale allows the patient to mark a position with an “X” on a vertical or horizontal scale that represents no pain on one end and severe pain on the opposite end.

(CLO 4) Which of the following in NOT a contraindication for mechanical traction?

According to recommended parameters in the lumbar spine, _________ percent of the body weight is necessary to separate the facet joint.

During the initial application of mechanical lumbar traction, the patient reveals that there is no change in symptoms during a 5 minute check. What is next best course of action to take?

Immersion in water will:

The acronym LASER stands for:

(CLO 4) Fluidotherapy is contraindicated for:

The potential adverse consequences of edema include all of the following EXCEPT:

EMG biofeedback is often a goal when muscle contractility is an issue.  Diagnoses that can benefit from EMG biofeedback include all of the following EXCEPT:

During Laser therapy, how is energy density measured?