Fluidotherapy is a dry superficial thermal physical agent that transfers heat to soft tissues by agitation of heated air and Cellux particles. A fluidotherapy machine contains fine particles of Cellux (ground up corn cobs that are about the size of grains of sand). A benefit of fluidotherapy is that patients can perform active range of motion (AROM) while undergoing treatment.
PURPOSE:
- Assist in reduction of pain and stiffness.
- Prevention of limb edema due to antigravity limb position during treatment.
- Desensitization skin/scar.
- Alleviate muscle spasms.
- Increase range of motion
- Improve tissue healing. Heat induced vasodilation causes increased blood flow and cell metabolism.
