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Abstract Growing concern over the side effects to pharmacological and surgical treatments for chronic pain has spurred an interest in nonmedical interventions for such conditions. Examples of these interventions include: ultrasound and thermal agents, acupuncture, laser, TENS and manipulative exercises. Ultrasound and thermal agents has a great biological effects including enhanced blood flow, increased membrane permeability and alter connective tissue extensibility and nerve conduction. Ultrasound and thermal agents are accepted treatment procedures in shoulder disabilities and muscle spasm, relieving contracture and joint stiffness. |