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Unit V covers Mechanical Agents, focusing on Pneumatic Intermittent Compression Therapy (PCT), Traction, and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy. The chapter outlines the physiological effects of PCT, mechanisms of edema formation, and the importance of fluid exchange in the body, detailing how PCT can aid in conditions like venous insufficiency and lymphedema. Key terms and parameters for effective application of PCT are also discussed, emphasizing the need for proper inflation pressure and timing.
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