Which of the Following Is a Contraindication for ESWT

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a contraindication for ESWT?

• A) Peripheral neuropathy
• B) Use of blood thinner medications
• C) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• D) Osteoarthritis

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A key structure within the cochlea of the inner ear, playing a critical role in the perception of sound by vibrating in response to frequencies.

Rods

Specialized cells in the retina that are sensitive to low light levels and are responsible for peripheral and night vision.

Auditory Cortex

The part of the temporal lobe that processes auditory information in humans and other vertebrates, critical for hearing.

Eardrum

A thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.