Arthritis

Treatment of Arthritis with Thermophore

Using Moist Heat to Treat Arthritis

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About Arthritis
People who experience pain in their joints may suffer from arthritis. There are two different types of arthritis:

•Osteoarthritis, which is the most common form, and rheumatoid arthritis.Osteoarthritis is caused by general wear and tear on the joints and usually affects the joints of the spine, knees, and hips. Most people in their fifties or sixties have some joint changes, but they only experience occasional mild pain. Sometimes, however, the cartilage in the joint disintegrates more than usual, and the joint becomes increasingly painful and stiff.

• Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term disease of the joints, and its exact cause is unknown. The membrane surrounding a joint gradually becomes inflamed and swollen, which leads to general inflammation of the affected joint. Arthritis usually affects the small joints in the hands and feet (mainly the knuckles and toe joints), but it can also occur in the wrists, knees, ankles, neck, and low back. Arthritic joints become red, swollen, stiff and painful to move. The stiffness is usually most noticeable in the morning.

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About Moist Heat Treatments for Arthritis

For individuals with Osteoarthritis, moist heat can help relax tight muscles, decrease joint stiffness, and temporarily relieve pain. For the most effective treatment, build up heat quickly and maintain the heat as high as you are able to tolerate. Continue the treatment for 15-30 minutes.

If you suffer from joint stiffness, using a Thermophore hot pack first thing in the morning can increase flexibility.

If a person suffers from rheumatoid arthritis, moist heat can help relieve morning joint stiffness. By simply keeping a hot pack next to the bed, you can apply moist heat before getting up. During the day, exercise helps to maintain joint motion, and warming the joints before exercise allows for more movement. Because long periods of heat may increase inflammation, limit the treatment to 15-20 minutes if you have rheumatoid arthritis.

To treat either type of arthritis with moist heat, select the correct size pack-the "Muff' is ideal for painful hands; the "Petite" and "Medium" size packs are suitable for treatment of the neck, shoulders, knees, and ankles; and the "Standard" pack is best for the hips and the low back.. Before treatment, rest in a comfortable and relaxed position and place the hot pack directly on the skin over the body area you wish to treat. Make sure the hot pack is in close contact with the body.





Lying on the stomach (back or neck treatment)
To be comfortable, place a pillow under your ankles. If your chest is slightly hunched you may be more comfortable with a pillow under it. If you are swaybacked you may prefer a pillow under your stomach.





Caution should be taken if you have insensitive skin or poor circulation.

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About Moist Heat

For centuries, people have known that heat can relieve pain. We soak in hot tubs or apply electric heating pads because we know instinctively that heat will help us feel better.

What exactly does heat do?
• Heat improves circulation
• Heat improves cell function (metabolism)
• Heat decreases stiffness in tendons and ligaments
• Heat relaxes the muscles and decreases muscle spasm
• Heat lessens pain

Medical professionals explain that heat causes dilation of the blood vessels in the area being treated. This increase in blood flow brings fresh blood to the area and takes waste away from it. The result is that heat eases pain and speeds healing.

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About the Thermophore ® Moist Heat Pack ™

Electric hot packs are one of the most popular sources of therapeutic heat in the home. They come in various sizes to fit the body part in need of treatment, and they are clean, inexpensive, and simple to use. In addition to these standard features, the Thermophore Hot Pack provides two unique benefits: moist heat and safety.

Moist heat treatments are more effective than dry heat treatments. This is because moisture transmits heat better than air. The outer fleece blend cover of the Thermophore Hot Pack draws humidity from the air and retains it. Once the heat is turned on, the moisture is forced out of the fleece blend and onto the treated area.

The "on" switch makes the Thermophore Hot Pack safe. The switch allows you complete control of the temperature; and should you fall asleep, your grip on the switch relaxes and the heat automatically turns off.

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Thermophore Standard Size 14" x 27" - Because of its large size, the Standard can be applied to larger areas of the body, including the entire spine, both shoulders, and the legs. Versatility makes this the most popular size.

Thermophore Medium Size 14" x 14" - Especially useful for children, or on special parts of the body, such as hands, feet, shoulders, elbows or knees. In many instances, it is chosen by people who are smaller in stature and cannot handle the large size.

Thermophore Petite Size 4" x 17" - Designed specifically for use on the neck, throat, sinuses and jaw areas (TMJ).

Thermophore Muff (Cylinder shape) - Designed especially for moist heat therapy to the hands, and may also he used on elbows and ankles. This unit has a special on/off