THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R.

MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LR 1220] DECEMBER 2020 Sub. Code: 6282

(AUGUST 2020 EXAM SESSION)

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR – (Regulation from 2017-2018)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPHY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)
Q.P. Code : 746282
Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Define Cryotherapy. Discuss the methods of application and its therapeutic

effects.
2. Describe in detail about Principles & therapeutic effects of Pulsed Shortwave
Diathermy.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Techniques of application of SWD.

2. Moist hot packs.
3. Couplants and its uses.
4. Treatment Parameters used in Ultrasound Therapy.
5. Luminous and Non-luminous Generator.
6. Treatment and dosage for Acne Vulgaris.
7. Contrast bath.
8. Alpine sun lamp.
9. Radiation energy and its properties.
10. Water cooled medium pressure Mercury vapor Lamp.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Electrode spacing for SWD.
2. Electrostatic field.
3. Reverse piezo electric effect.
4. Nodes and Antinodes.
5. Ultrasonic field.
6. Photosensitization.
7. Super luminous diode Laser.
8. Dangers of SWD.
9. Properties of laser.
10. Hubbard Tank.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0921] SEPTEMBER 2021 Sub. Code: 6282

(FEBRUARY 2021 EXAM SESSION)

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
(Regulations for the candidates admitted from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPHY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)
Q.P. Code : 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Explain principles and production of Ultrasound therapy. Describe thermal and

non thermal effects of Therapeutic Ultra sound.
2. Write in detail about the production of MWD, physiological & therapeutic effects,
dosage and dangers.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Hydro collator pack and its application.
2. Types of Infra red radiation lamps.
3. Physiological & therapeutic effects of UVR.
4. Techniques of application of LASER.
5. Electrode spacing & electrode positioning of SWD.
6. Phonophoresis & contraindication.
7. Physiological effects of heat & laws governing radiation.
8. Application method and contraindication of Waxbath.
9. Cryotherapy in acute ankle sprain.
10. Whirlpool therapy and its precaution.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Drugs used in Phonophoresis.
2. Difference between 1MHZ & 3MHZ frequency in ultrasound.
3. PUVA regimen.
4. Use of butterfly electrode in SWD.
5. Refraction.
6. Properties of High frequency currents.
7. Laws governing radiation.
8. Coherence.
9. Fluidotherapy.
10. Name the sensitizers used in UVR.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0122] JANUARY 2022 Sub. Code: 6282

(AUGUST 2021 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR- (Regulation from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPHY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)
Q.P. Code : 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Define Ultrasound. Explain the Production, Physiological effects and Therapeutic
effects of Ultrasound, add note on Clinical application of Therapeutic Ultra sound.
2. Define Infra Red Radiation. Write about the luminous and non luminous
generators of IRR, and its physiological & therapeutic effects. Mention about
precautions of IRR.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Difference between Capacitance and Inductance.
2. Ruby LASER.
3. Indications and contraindications of Contrast Bath.
4. Production of SWD and its uses.
5. Modalities of treatment and dosage for Psoriasis.
6. Methods of application of Wax therapy.
7. Cryokinetics.
8. Laws governing Radiation.
9. Physiological effects of Microwave Diatheramy.
10. Modalities for Osteoarthritis Knee.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Electric burn.
2. Triode valve.
3. Nodes & Antinodes.
4. Care of UVR lamp.
5. What is Pulsed Electro Magnetic energy.
6. Joule’s law.
7. Types of pain Contra indications of MWD.
8. Whirl pool bath.
9. Electro magnetic spectrum.
10. Duty Cycle.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0622] JUNE 2022 Sub. Code: 6282

(FEBRUARY 2022 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR- (Regulation from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPHY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)
Q.P. Code : 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Define Microwave Diathermy. Describe the production, technique of application

and dangers of Microwave Diathermy.

2. Classify UVR. Explain the various types of generators and its production.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Photosensitization.
2. Indication and contraindication of short wave Diathermy.
3. Techniques of Cryotherapy.
4. Laws Governing Radiation.
5. Cable method of SWD.
6. Therapeutic effects of Ultrasound.
7. Filters used in Ultraviolet Radiation.
8. Types and properties of LASER.
9. PUVA Therapy.
10. Ice burn and its prevention.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Buoyancy.
2. Cosine law.
3. Eddy currents.
4. Heliotherapy.
5. Cold LASER.
6. Erythema.
7. Indications of Wax Therapy.
8. Define Ultrasound.
9. Quick Ice.
10. Duty Cycle.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 1022] OCTOBER 2022 Sub. Code: 6282

(AUGUST 2022 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR- (Regulation from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPHY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)
Q.P. Code : 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Define Laser. Write in detail about the production of Laser, physiological and
therapeutic effects of it.

2. Explain in detail about the production of Infra Red Radiation, Treatment

techniques and precaution methods during treatment.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Water bath method in Ultrasound Therapy.

2. Phonophoresis.
3. Kromayer Lamp.
4. Whirlpool Bath.
5. Pouring method in wax therapy.
6. Modality of treatment and dosage for alopecia totalis.
7. Vapocoolant Spray.
8. Cross fire method in short wave diathermy.
9. Lewis hunting reaction.
10. Hydrocollator packs.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Grid.
2. Tridymite formation.
3. Minimal Erythermal Dose (MED).
4. Cryostretch.
5. Prevention of Periosteal Pain in Ultrasonic Therapy.
6. Pressure Sore.
7. Ice Towel Method.
8. Attenuation.
9. Conduction.
10. Desqumation.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0423] APRIL 2023 Sub. Code: 6282

(FEBRUARY 2023 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR - (Regulation from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)

Q.P. Code: 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Explain in detail about types of Various Superficial Heating Modalities, its

Physiological and Therapeutic effects.

2. Define Ultra Violet Radiation and its types. Explain the production, physiological
effects and therapeutic effects of Ultra Violet Radiation.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. PUVA apparatus.
2. Indication and contraindication of Infrared Radiation.
3. Application of techniques in Ultrasound.
4. Techniques of Application of LASER.
5. Microwave Diathermy.
6. Therapeutic uses of paraffin wax bath.
7. Whirlpool Bath.
8. Heat Transfer Methods.
9. Physiological and Therapeutic Effects of Cryotherapy.
10. Technique of application of Pulsed short wave diathermy.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Hydro collator pack.

2. Cryo stretch.
3. Tridymite formation.
4. Coupling media.
5. PUVA.
6. Acne Vulgaris.
7. Kromayer Lamp.
8. Sensitizers.
9. Ice pack.
10. Physical effects of Heat.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 1123] NOVEMBER 2023 Sub. Code: 6282

(AUGUST 2023 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR - (Regulation from 2017-2018 onwards)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HIGH FREQ & ACTINOTHERAPY)

Q.P. Code: 746282

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 15 = 30)

1. Mechanism of ultrasound production and methods and application for different

conditions with therapeutic parameters.

2. Describe in detail about principles and therapeutic effects of Pulsed Short wave
Diathermy.

II. Write notes on: (10 x 5 = 50)

1. Properties of LASER.
2. Explain cable field method in Short wave Diathermy.
3. Radiation energy and its properties.
4. Physiological effects of Infra Red radiations.
5. Theraktin tunnel.
6. Microwave Diathermy.
7. Biophysics of cryotherapy.
8. Kromayer lamp.
9. Physiological effects of wax therapy.
10. Treatments for ulcers.

III. Short answer on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Structure of skin.
2. Laws of refraction.
3. Precautions of Ultra violet radiations.
4. Ice massage.
5. Contrast Bath.
6. Psoriasis.
7. Cooling of lamp.
8. Ohms Law.
9. Indications and contraindications of Microwave Diathermy.
10. Preparation of short wave diathermy machine.
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 August 2011
[KZ 6260] Sub. Code : 6260
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
Paper II – ELECTROTHERAPHY II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
I. LONG ESSAYS (2X20=40)
1. Define Ultra violet radiation . Explain the various types of
generators and its production.

2. Define Ultra sound. Explain the Treatment parameters and

Physiological effects of ultrasound.

II. SHORT NOTES (8X5=40)

1. Pulsed short wave diathermy

2. Types and properties of laser
3. Laws governing radiation
4. Hydro collator pack
5. Applicator of microwave diathermy
6. Condenser field method
7. Infrared generators
8. Methods of application of cryotherapy

III. SHORT ANSWERS (10X2=20)

1. Eddy current
2. Magnetron
3. Drugs used in phonophorosis
4. Structure of skin
5. Theraktin tunnel
6. Erythema
7. Dangers of shortwave diathermy
8. Definition of LASER
9. Physical properties of wax
10. Contraindication of cryotherapy

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 February 2012
[LA 6260] Sub. Code: 6260
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY EXAMINATION
THIRD YEAR
Paper II – ELECTROTHERAPHY II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)
1. Write about the non luminous and luminous generators of IRR, its therapeutic and
physiological effects.
2. Define cryotherapy. Explain the methods of application and its therapeutic effects.
II. Write notes on: (8X5=40)

1. Spacing.
2. Laws of reflection and refraction.
3. PUVA therapy.
4. Reverse piezo electric effect.
5. Contrast bath.
6. Kromayer lamp.
7. Cable method of Short wave diathermy.
8. Microwave Diathermy.
III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)
1. How is the distance between the Ultra violet lamp and patient calculated?
2. Degrees of erythema.
3. X-rays and Gamma rays.
4. Radiant energy.
5. Convection.
6. Calories.
7. Coupling Media.
8. Cavitation and its types.
9. Properties of Laser.
10. Basic principle in treating sprains.
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[LB 6260] AUGUST 2012 Sub. Code: 6260
THIRD YEAR BPT YEAR
Paper II – ELECTROTHERAPHY II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
(180 Min) Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on: Pages Time Marks
(Max.)(Max.)(Max.)
1. Describe short wave Diathermy, its construction,
working, methods of application, physiological and
therapeutic effects. 19 33 20

2. Define oscillation. What is capacitance and inductance?

Give an example of an oscillating system. How does
energy transfer between two circuits take place? Define
nodes and antinodes with examples. 19 33 20

II. Write notes on:

1. Lewis hunting reaction. 3 8 5
2. Physiological effects of heat. 3 8 5
3. Laser. 3 8 5
4. Construction and principles of Ulrasound. 3 8 5
5. Hydro collator packs. 3 8 5
6. Dosage in ultraviolet rays. 3 8 5
7. Techniques of cryotherapy. 3 8 5
8. Microwave diathermy. 3 8 5

III. Short Answers:

1. Micro Massage. 1 5 2
2. Wavelength and frequency of Ultrasound. 1 5 2
3. Why shouldn’t a tumor be treated with heat. 1 5 2
4. Describe an electric shock. 1 5 2
5. How is energy density calculated in laser. 1 5 2
6. Tennis elbow and Golfer’s elbow. 1 5 2
7. Paraffin wax bath. 1 5 2
8. Heliotherapy –Define. 1 5 2
9. Coupling Media. 1 5 2
10. Duration of treatment for plantar fascitis. 1 5 2

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[LC 6260] FEBRUARY 2013 Sub. Code: 6260
THIRD YEAR BPT EXAM
Paper II – ELECTROTHERAPHY II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
(180 Min)

I. ELABORATE ON: (2X20=40)

1. Mechanism of Ultrasound production and methods and application for
different conditions with therapeutic parameters.
2. Production of Infra red radiation and its application methods and
precautions during treatment

II SHORT NOTES: (8X5 = 40)

1.Biological changes due to cryotherapy
2. Indications and contra indications of Shortwave diathermy
3.Transmission of Ultrasound by various coupling media.
4.Mercury vapour lamp
5.Photosensitization
6.Hubbard tank
7.Uses and contraindications of cryotherapy
8.Electromagnetic induction

III SHORT ANSWER: (10X2 = 20)

1.Moist heat
2.Erythema
3.Cold laser
4.Cavitation
5.Near field/ Far field
6.Microwave diathermy
7.Eddy currents
8.Refraction
9.Inverse square law
10.Mono polar technique of Short wave diathermy

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[LD 6260] AUGUST 2013 Sub. Code: 6260
THIRD YEAR BPT EXAM
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks

I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)

1. Explain the physical effects of heat and the laws governing radiations.
2. Describe the properties of laser. Explain the principles of application of low
level laser and physical and therapeutic effects of laser.

II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)

1. Techniques of application in phonophoresis.

2. Electrode placement in Condenser field method in short wave diathermy.
3. Physiological effect and therapeutic effect of ultraviolet radiation.
4. Whirlpool bath
5. Dangers with infrared radiations.
6. Biological effects of pulsed shortwave diathermy.
7. Dip method in paraffin wax application
8. Cold spray

III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)

1. Cavitation
2. Convection and radiation
3. Electrostatic field
4. Desquamation
5. Piezo-electric effect
6. Cryokinetics
7. Electric shock
8. Coupling medium
9. Thermostat
10. RICE

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[LE 6260] FEBRUARY 2014 Sub. Code: 6260
THIRD YEAR BPT EXAM
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks

I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)

1. Describe production of microwave diathermy, its technique of application

and dangers.
2. Indications, contraindications and dangers of Ultraviolet radiation (UVR).

II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)

1. PUVA regimen
2. Contrast bath
3. Phonophoresis
4. Physiological effects of cryotherapy
5. Production of ultrasound
6. Paraffin wax bath
7. Therapeutic uses of Infrared radiation
8. Electrode positioning in capacitor field method

III. Short Answers: (10X2=20)

1. Conduction
2. List out the techniques of application of LASER
3. How do you prevent the damage to Magnetron
4. Which is converted into vitamin D in skin by Ultraviolet radiation
5. Cosine law
6. Depth of penetration of ultrasound therapy
7. Wavelength of Infrared radiation
8. Define frequency
9. Cryostretch
10. Hydrocollator pack

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[LF 6260] AUGUST 2014 Sub. Code: 6260

THIRD YEAR BPT EXAM

PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks

I. Elaborate on: (2X20=40)

1. Define Micro Wave Diathermy. Explain the production, applicators,

therapeutic effects and contra indication of MWD.

2. Define moist heat. Explain the apparatus, technique, indication, contra

indication and advantages of hydrocollator pack.

II. Write Notes on: (8X5=40)

1. Physical effects and transmission of heat.

2. Contrast bath.
3. Therapeutic Effects of ultrasound.
4. Properties and technique of LASER.
5. Pulsed shortwave diathermy.
6. Hubbard tank.
7. Physiological effects of UVR.
8. Generators of IRR.

III. Short Answer: (10X2=20)

1. Vapocoolant spray.
2. Power density of laser.
3. Buoyancy.
4. Actinotherapy.
5. Inverse square law.
6. Transducer.
7. Ionization.
8. Ice burn.
9. UVR new dose calculation formula.
10. Variable condenser.

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[LG 6260] FEBRUARY 2015 Sub. Code: 6260

THIRD YEAR BPT EXAMINATION

PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Explain in detail about the technique of application of “Laser” and its effects in
pain relief, wound healing and in musculoskeletal condition.

2. Define heat and explain in detail about physical effects and transmission of heat.
Add a note on apparatus, indications and contra indications, technique of
application of liquid paraffin wax bath.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Electro magnetic spectrum
2. Modality of treatment and dosage for psoriasis
3. Therapeutic effects of short wave diathermy
4. Techniques of application of ultra sound
5. Physiological effects of ultra violet radiation
6. Dangers and conra indications for cryotherapy
7. Luminous generators
8. Contrast bath

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Method of application of SWD
2. Magnetron
3. Oscillator circuit
4. Photo sensitization
5. Triode valve
6. Latent heat of fusion
7. Parameters of ultrasound
8. Eddy currents
9. Plantar warts
10. Thermostat

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[LH 6260] AUGUST 2015 Sub. Code: 6260

B.P.T. DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code: 746260
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Explain the production of short wave diathermy with circuit diagram and
explain about physiological and therapeutic effects of short wave diathermy.

2. Describe the production of Infrared Radiation. Mention about its type of

generators and it’s working. Explain about the techniques of the treatment.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Production of microwave diathermy.

2. Excitatory cold.
3. Kromayer lamp.
4. Whirlpool bath.
5. Heat transmission.
6. Laser and its properties.
7. Indications and contra indications of ultra violet radiations.
8. Ultra sound – thermal and non-thermal effects.

III. Short Answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Triode valve.

2. Phonophoresis.
3. Damping of oscillations.
4. Lasing medium.
5. Piezo-electric effect.
6. Desquamation.
7. Any four methods of application of paraffin wax.
8. Ice towel method.
9. Coupling medium.
10. Eddy currents.

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[LI 6260] FEBRUARY 2016 Sub. Code: 6260

THIRD YEAR BPT EXAMINATION

PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Indications, contraindications and dangers of Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR).

2. Describe physiological effects of Ultrasound Therapy, its techniques of application

and contraindications.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Difference between nonluminous and luminous generators of IRR.

2. Hydrocollator pack.
3. Transmission of heat.
4. UVR for Skin wounds.
5. Contraindications of Cryotherapy.
6. Physical Properties of LASER.
7. Dangers of Micro Wave Diathermy (MWD).
8. Therapeutic uses of Short Wave Diathermy (SWD).

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Depth of penetration of Ultrasound Therapy.

2. Define frequency.
3. Dangers of Infrared radiation.
4. Physical properties of wax.
5. Wavelength of lasers.
6. Cryokinetics.
7. Conduction.
8. Puva apparatus.
9. Duty cycle.
10. Wavelength of Ultraviolet rays B (UVB).

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[LJ 6260] AUGUST 2016 Sub. Code: 6260

THIRD YEAR BPT EXAMINATION

PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Define oscillatory current. Describe in detail about production, physiological and

therapeutic effects of SWD.

2. Classify UVR. Explain in detail about different types of lamps used to produce
UVR in physiotherapy department.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Techniques of application of SWD.

2. Techniques of application of ultrasound therapy.
3. Couplants and its uses.
4. Construction and working of MWD.
5. Luminous and non-luminous generator.
6. Treatment and dosage for Acne Vulgaris.
7. Contrast bath.
8. Paraffin wax bath.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Lewis hunting reaction.

2. Electrostatic field.
3. Reverse piezo electric effect.
4. Nodes and antinodes.
5. Cavitation.
6. Pigmentation.
7. Super luminous diode laser.
8. Quick ice.
9. Classification of LASERS.
10. Mark: Space Ratio.

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 [LK 6260] FEBRUARY 2017 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Define Microwave Diathermy. Explain in detail about the indication,

contraindication, production, physiological, therapeutic effects and its danger.

2. Describe in detail about principles and techniques of application of Cryotherapy.

Add a brief note on indications and contra indications of Cryotherapy.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Spacing in SWD.
2. Laws governing radiation.
3. Magnetron.
4. Treatment parameters of ultrasound.
5. Alpine sun lamp.
6. Ruby laser.
7. Circuit diagram production of SWD and its label.
8. Filters used in UVR.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Test dose.
2. Photosensitizers.
3. Patient circuit.
4. Define Inductothermy.
5. Drugs used in Phonophoresis.
6. Attenuation.
7. Parameters of pulsed Shortwave Diathermy.
8. Frequency and wavelength of SWD.
9. Latent heat fusion.
10. Tridymite formation.

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[LL 6260] AUGUST 2017 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Write in detail various methods of Short Wave Diathermy application.

2. Write in detail the production of Laser and its therapeutic effects.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Contrast bath.
2. Hydro collatorpack.
3. Hubbard tank.
4. Contra indications for ultra violet rays.
5. Calculation of dosage in ultra violet treatment.
6. Theraktin tunnel.
7. Drugs used in phonophoresis.
8. Pulsed mode of ultra sound.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Ultrasonic field.
2. Diode valve.
3. Indications of wax therapy.
4. Tuning in Short Wave Diathermy.
5. Indication for contrast bath.
6. Cryo cuff.
7. Pressure sore.
8. Alopecia areata.
9. Sensitizers.
10. PUVA regimen.

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[LM 6260] FEBRUARY 2018 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Discuss in detail about production of ultrasound and explain its various

physiological & therapeutic effects of ultrasound. Add a note on Phonophoresis.

2. Define Laser. Describe briefly about properties of Laser. Write in detail about
physiological and therapeutic effects of Laser.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Management of low back pain.

2. Pulsed SWD and its application.
3. Physiological effects of heat.
4. Therapeutic effects and uses of cryotherapy.
5. Properties of HF current.
6. Cross fire method in SWD.
7. Vapocoolant spray.
8. Emitters and its types.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. PUVA regimen.
2. Minimal erythmal dose.
3. Inverse square law.
4. Indications for UVR.
5. Techniques of application of UST.
6. Indication and contraindications of moist heat packs.
7. Convection.
8. Cryokinetics.
9. Physical properties of paraffin wax.
10. Laws governing radiation.

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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LN 6260] AUGUST 2018 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Define Ultra Violet Radiation. Explain the various types of generators and its
production.

2. Define Cryotherapy. Explain the methods of application and its therapeutic effects.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Contraindications of Laser.
2. PUVA Apparatus.
3. Sensitizers.
4. Cable method for SWD.
5. Contrast Bath.
6. Physiological Effects of Heat.
7. Micowave Diathermy.
8. Phonophoresis.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Coupling Media.
2. Thermostat.
3. Types of HF current.
4. Treatment duration of Tennis Elbow.
5. Pulsed diathermy.
6. Electromagnetic spectrum.
7. Gamma rays.
8. Tridmyite formation.
9. Therapeutic uses of IFT.
10. Magnetron.

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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LO 6260] FEBRUARY 2019 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Explain in detail about principles, application, types and therapeutic effects of

LASER.

2. Write about the non luminous and luminous generators of IRR, its therapeutic and
physiological effects.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Piezo electric effect.

2. Pain Gate Theory.
3. Pulsed shortwave.
4. Electromagnetic Spectrum.
5. Use of UVR in Alopecia.
6. Microwave diathermy.
7. Condenser field method.
8. Lewis hunting reaction.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Fuse.
2. Magnetron.
3. Test dose.
4. Pulse repetition rate.
5. Grid.
6. Methods of application of ultrasound.
7. Phonophoresis.
8. Laws governing radiation.
9. Ulcer.
10. Electrode spacing in condenser field method.

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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LP 6260] AUGUST 2019 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Write in detail the production of Ultra sound and write the parameters of Ultra
sound for different conditions.

2. Write in detail the production of Ultra violet rays and explain the principles of
application of treatment.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Water bag method of ultra sound application.

2. Laws governing radiation.
3. Magnetron.
4. Electro-magnetic spectrum.
5. Therapeutic effects of Ultra sound.
6. Indications for infra red radiation.
7. Test dose.
8. Properties of laser.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Cryo stretch.
2. Hydro collator pack.
3. Collimation.
4. Psoriasis.
5. Erythema.
6. Paraffin wax bath.
7. Dangers of laser.
8. Moist heat therapy.
9. Mono planar technique of short wave diathermy.
10. Cold laser.

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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LQ 6260] FEBRUARY 2020 Sub. Code: 6260

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Describe the superficial heating modalities for patient with Low Backache.

2. Describe in detail about the production, construction and its dangers of SWD.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Laser.
2. Non-thermal treatment.
3. Pain gate theory.
4. Ice-cube method.
5. Preparation of Infra-red lamp.
6. Aims of treatment of Wax bath.
7. Fluorescent lamp.
8. Water bag method.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Magnetron.
2. Crystal laser.
3. Crepe bandage.
4. Capacitor.
5. Acne Vulgaris.
6. Quantum theory.
7. Pulsed Mark: Space ratio.
8. Modalities used for Tennis elbow.
9. Principle of phonophoresis.
10. Papules.

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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[LR 1220] DECEMBER 2020 Sub. Code: 6260

(AUGUST 2020 EXAM SESSION)

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR – (Regulation form 2013-2014)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)

Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Define Ultraviolet Radiation. Explain the various types of Generators and its
production.

2. Principles of application of Wax bath for Rheumatoid Arthritis and its home
programme.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Advantages of Cable method.

2. Physiological and therapeutic uses of Lasers.
3. Luminous and Non luminous Generators.
4. Properties of Waves in Ultrasound.
5. Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis.
6. Production of Microwave Diathermy.
7. Effects of Contrast bath.
8. Water bag method.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Excitatory Cold.
2. Name the modalities used for Ligament Injuries.
3. Scalds.
4. Contraplanar technique for Osteoarthritis.
5. Ice burn.
6. Inductor.
7. Grid method.
8. Pressure Sores.
9. Piezo-electric effect.
10. Coupling Medium.
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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0921] SEPTEMBER 2021 Sub. Code: 6260

(FEBRUARY 2021 EXAM SESSION)

BPT DEGREE EXAMINATION

THIRD YEAR - (Regulations of 2004-2005 and 2006-2007 admitted candidates are
merged with 2010-2011)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Describe detail about the Ultrasound production & its physiological effects, dosage
for chronic pain?
2. Write detail about Composition of Wax bath Therapy unit, Methods of application of
Wax, Physiological & Therapeutic effects, indications & contraindication, dangers.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Modulation of pain transmission.

2. Physiological effects of cold.
3. Safety precautions of LASER.
4. Test dosage calculation in UVR.
5. Near field, Far field in US therapy.
6. Therapeutic effects, duration & frequency of treatment, indication of IRR.
7. Types of SWD Electrode, Placement & Spacing Electrodes.
8. Micro wave Diathermy.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Define wavelength (λ).

2. Coupling agents.
3. Piezo Electric effects.
4. What is contraplanar method?
5. Magnetron.
6. Types of laser.
7. Define Moist heat.
8. Causes for burns following SWD.
9. Cold sensitivity.
10. E-2 dose of UVR.

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 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

[BPT 0122] JANUARY 2022 Sub. Code: 6260

(AUGUST 2021 EXAM SESSION)

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY DEGREE COURSE

THIRD YEAR - (Regulations of 2004-2005 and 2006-2007 are merged with 2010-2011)
PAPER II – ELECTROTHERAPY – II (HF)
Q.P. Code : 746260

Time: Three hours Answer ALL Questions Maximum: 100 Marks

I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)

1. Define Ultrasound. Explain the production, physiological effects and therapeutic

effects of Ultrasound, add note on Clinical application of Ultra Sound.
2. Define Microwave Diathermy. Explain in detail about the Indications,
Contraindications, Production, Physiological & Therapeutic effects and its dangers.

II. Write notes on: (8 x 5 = 40)

1. Cryo stretch.
2. Theories of pain.
3. Techniques of applications of liquid Paraffin WAX bath.
4. Discuss the properties of Electricity.
5. Physiological effects of heat.
6. Hydro collator packs.
7. Properties and Production of LASER.
8. Hubbard tank.

III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 = 20)

1. Electric burn.
2. Triode valve.
3. Nodes & Antinodes.
4. Care of UVR lamp.
5. What is Pulsed Electro Magnetic energy.
6. Dangers of cryotherapy.
7. IRR.
8. Inverse square law.
9. Theraktin tunnel.
10. Lewis – hunting reaction.

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