Date of Award
1994
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)
Department
Physical Therapy
First Advisor
Beverly Johnson
Keywords
Wound Healing
Abstract
The purpose of this independent study is to explore Physical Therapy modalities used in adjunct to traditional wound management. There are many factors that influence the healing rate. A basic knowledge of the body's healing process is needed in order to understand the affects modalities have on the wound.
The key to wound management is the initial and constant assessment. The patient history, subjective information, and objective measure are critical to the etiology and progression of the wound, and will be discussed.
Modalities can accelerate wound healing. Mechanical and physiological effects of the different modalities will be explored. This study is not designed to promote one modality; rather it gives a general overview of the most widely used techniques. There is ongoing research with these modalities.
Recommended Citation
Hartnett, Keith W., "Critical Overview of Wound Care Modalities" (1994). Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects. 196.
https://commons.und.edu/pt-grad/196