The PT Plan of Care (POC) calls for electrical stimulation f…
The PT Plan of Care (POC) calls for electrical stimulation for the following scenario. Please indicate what the most appropriate parameter by selecting either the letter A or B from the answer choices numbered 1 through 5.Dx: A football player developed weakness following a contusion and strain to his R quadriceps. This is week 3 of physical therapy treatment and pt is responding well to tx session. POC: Increase muscle strength of the R quadriceps utilizing electrical stimulation. 1) Waveform: A. Biphasic B. HVPC2) Pulse Frequency: A. 35-50 pps B. 35-80 pps3) On/Off Time: A. 1:5 ratio B. 1:3 ratio4) Ramp time: A. 1 second B. 2 seconds5) Amplitude: A. Tingling B. Visible contraction