Microwave ablation
A minimally invasive medical procedure using microwave energy to heat and destroy abnormal tissue, commonly used for tumors in liver, lung, kidney, an...
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Shortwave diathermy
A therapeutic modality using high-frequency electromagnetic energy to generate deep heat in tissues for pain relief, muscle relaxation, and enhanced b...
Infrared therapy
A non-invasive treatment using infrared radiation to promote tissue healing, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve circulation; commonly applied i...
Medium-frequency electrotherapy
A therapeutic modality using alternating current in the 1–10 kHz range to stimulate nerves and muscles, reduce pain, and promote tissue healing withou...
Therapeutic ultrasound
A non-invasive medical modality using high-frequency sound waves to generate deep tissue heating, promote healing, reduce inflammation, and alleviate ...
Paraffin wax therapy
A physical therapy modality using heated paraffin wax to deliver moist heat to joints and muscles, commonly used for pain relief, increased circulatio...
iontophoresis
A non-invasive medical technique that uses a low-level electrical current to deliver charged medication molecules, including certain herbal compounds,...