A PTA is providing gait training for a patient with a heavily draining venous ulcer on the lower leg. The dressing becomes saturated halfway through the session. What is the most appropriate action?

Which polarity is most often used with ESTR to inhibit bacterial growth?

A PTA prepares to apply ESTR to a venous ulcer near the medial malleolus. Which patient position is MOST appropriate?

Which clinical finding is most concerning for infection rather than normal healing?

The appearance of new capillary buds and granulation tissue is most associated with which phase of healing?

A diabetic patient asks how electrical stimulation will help their chronic ulcer. What is the most accurate response?

Which sign indicates ESTR should be discontinued immediately during wound healing treatment?

If a patient does not tolerate mechanical traction, which of the following options may be substituted?

A patient with a lumbar disc bulge is referred for mechanical traction. To maximize the likelihood of disc reduction, which of the following settings is MOST appropriate for an initial traction session?

Which ESTR parameter should a PTA adjust FIRST to increase patient comfort during wound healing treatment?