Why Is Pregnancy Widely Considered a Contraindication to the Use

question 13

Multiple Choice

Why is pregnancy widely considered a contraindication to the use of modalities?

• A) Ligamentous laxity during pregnancy may be increased.
• B) Effectiveness of modalities during pregnancy has not been determined.
• C) The effect of modalities on fetal development is unknown.
• D) Pregnant patients cannot be properly positioned to receive modality treatments.

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Definitions:

Social Isolation

The condition of being separated from others, leading to a lack of companionship and communication, often impacting mental health.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder showing a persistent pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior, often resulting in impulsive actions and problems in relationships.

Self-Mutilation

Intentional injury to one's own body tissues without the intent of suicide, often as a coping mechanism for emotional distress.

Fear of Abandonment

An intense worry or anxiety that one will be left alone or rejected, often leading to clingy or needy behavior in relationships.