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2. Warm compress - Wikipedia

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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 ophthalmic conditions. They are believed to improve blood flow, increase oxygenation in tissues and help manage inflammation. [2] Warm Compress demonstrated with a warm, wet towel

3. RICE (medicine) - Wikipedia

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   It guides the treatment for the sub-chronic and chronic management of soft tissue injuries. [12] There is also evidence that points towards using heat to treat acute and soft tissue injuries. Heat has the opposite effect of ice, which restricts blood flow and slows the healing process.

4. Boil - Wikipedia

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   A boil may clear up on its own without bursting, but more often it will need to be opened and drained. This will usually happen spontaneously within two weeks. Regular application of a warm moist compress, both before and after a boil opens, can help speed healing. The area must be kept clean, hands washed after touching it, and any dressings ...

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   Applying a warm compress to the injection site for 10 to 15 minutes multiple times per day to lower pain and swelling Taking an over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen or acetaminophen if ...

6. Heat therapy - Wikipedia

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   The increased blood flow to the affected area provides proteins, nutrients, and oxygen for better healing. [2] There is some evidence to suggest that heat therapy can also aid in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's; as well as for cardiovascular benefits. [3] [4] [5]

7. Dressing (medicine) - Wikipedia

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   A dressing or compress [1] is a piece of material such as a pad applied to a wound to promote healing and protect the wound from further harm. A dressing is designed to be in direct contact with the wound, as distinguished from a bandage, which is most often used to hold a dressing in place. Modern dressings are sterile.