What is a hot compress?

A hot compress is a heated pad of damp, thickly folded cloth applied to an area to reduce pain or inflammation. It's helpful for backaches and rheumatism.

Tags: rheumatism,  pad,  back pain,  textile,  inflammation 
Monday, February 06 2012


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