title: Physical modalities in the treatment of tendon injuries.
abstract: Physical modalities such as heat, cold, and electricity have been used for many years in the treatment of tendon injuries. This article examines the basic modalities that the athletic trainer and physical therapist use in these treatment programs and how well they have performed. The indications and contraindications for both are included.
authors.affiliation: Fit and Trim, Washington, DC.
authors.forename: D W
authors.initials: DW
authors.lastname: Rivenburgh
mesh_terms: D017679:Cryotherapy; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D010232:Paraffin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010812:Physical Stimulation; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000628:therapy*; D013997:Time Factors; D014463:Ultrasonography
chemical_list: D010232:Paraffin