short·wave diathermy (shôrt w v )n. The therapeutic elevation of temperature in the tissues by means of an oscillating electric current of extremely high frequency. |
shortwave diathermy
Sports medicine Diathermy that delivers shortwave frequency electromagnetic waves; SD is used for chronic inflammation–eg, bursitis, neuritis, osteoarthrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, strains, tendinitis, etc
Contraindications ASHD, hemorrhage, metal implants, infections, malignancy, pacemakers, phlebitis, pregnancy, wet dressings. See Diathermy. Cf Microwave diathermy.
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