Warmer
Warmer – known to all the object of treatment. In this article we describe the purpose and use of heating pads and how to skillfully use it.
Using a heating pad, get a local warming effect. Heater long enough to maintain the high temperature at which expands blood vessels and relieves spasms of smooth muscles of internal organs and pain syndrome.
The painkilling effects of heaters used in the treatment of peptic ulcer, liver and biliary tract, hepatic colic, radiculitis.
Rubber heaters are of different shape and capacity (3.1 liters). Before using a rubber hot water bottle filled with hot water to 2 / 3 of its volume, squeeze out the air and tightly wrap the cork. Then, wrapped a towel, put on the body over undergarments.
Be aware that prolonged use of heaters may occur hyperpigmentation of the skin. To prevent this, the skin smeared with vaseline.
Do not use heating pads for pain in the abdomen unclear, malignant tumors, bleeding, increased blood clotting, as well as patients who are unconscious.
Also used electric heaters with adjustable heat levels – use them more comfortable.