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Warm compresses are a common non-pharmacological therapy used in the treatment of things such as sports injuries, dental pain, post-operative wound healing, and [[Ophthalmology|ophthalmic]] conditions. They are believed to improve blood flow, increase oxygenation in tissues and help manage inflammation.<ref name=":0" /> |
Warm compresses are a common non-pharmacological therapy used in the treatment of things such as sports injuries, dental pain, post-operative wound healing, and [[Ophthalmology|ophthalmic]] conditions. They are believed to improve blood flow, increase oxygenation in tissues and help manage inflammation.<ref name=":0" /> |
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=== For eye problems === |
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Warm compresses are commonly used for the treatment of certain ocular conditions such as: <ref name="Web2016" /> |
Warm compresses are commonly used for the treatment of certain ocular conditions such as: <ref name="Web2016" /> |
Awarm compress is a method of applying heat to the body.[1] Heating sources can include warm water, microwaveable pads, wheat packs and electrical or chemical pads. Some unorthodox methods can include warmed potatoes, uncooked rice, and hard-boiled eggs. The most common warm compress is a warm, wet washcloth.[2]
Warm compresses are a common non-pharmacological therapy used in the treatment of things such as sports injuries, dental pain, post-operative wound healing, and ophthalmic conditions. They are believed to improve blood flow, increase oxygenation in tissues and help manage inflammation.[2]
Warm compresses are commonly used for the treatment of certain ocular conditions such as: [1]
For both muscle and joint injuries, it is common to alternate both cold and warm compresses to manage inflammation. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and corticosteroids may also be used in conjunction.[3]