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== Uses == |
== Uses == |
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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 === |
=== 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" /> |
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* pinkeye ([[conjunctivitis]]) |
* pinkeye ([[conjunctivitis]]) |
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* [[stye]] or [[chalazion]] |
* [[stye]] or [[chalazion]] |
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* swollen eyelids ([[blepharitis]]) |
* swollen eyelids ([[blepharitis]]) |
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* [[meibomian gland dysfunction]]<ref>https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/meibomian-gland-dysfunction |
* [[meibomian gland dysfunction]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/meibomian-gland-dysfunction|title=What Is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?|first=Julie|last=Canter|website=Webmd.com|access-date=24February 2022}}</ref> |
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* [[Spasm|muscle spasms]] or pain |
* [[Spasm|muscle spasms]] or pain |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Medical treatments]] |
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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.[4]