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Massage Therapist

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If a client arrives to the massage session with a sprained ankle in the acute stage of inflammation, what would be the best form of hydrotherapy to apply to the ankle?

Cryotherapy
Fomentation
Compression wrap
Hot pack

Explanation

Answer: A - Cryotherapy encompasses the use of cold application for therapeutic purposes. Cold application can be applied in several ways including ice packs, ice cubes and cold compresses. Cold is widely used in the acute stage of inflammation to reduce inflammation, decrease pain and numb the associated area.

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