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04/09/2012. RHS327-Lecture4. 2. outlines. Effects of water (local
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1. Immersion Hydrotherapy Lecture 5
Dr.Afaf Ahmed Shaheen
2. 05/09/2012 RHS327-Lecture4 2 outlines Effects of water (local & systemic)
Physiological effects
Indications
Contraindication
3. 05/09/2012 RHS327-Lecture4 3 Effects of water Thermal effects
The same physiologic effects of heat and cold can be applied to water (local effect)
Immersion factor – larger area of exposure (systemic effects)
4. 05/09/2012 RHS327-Lecture4 4 Physiological Effects Musculoskeletal system Cardiovascular system Respiratory system Renal system Psychological aspects