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    The document discusses the characteristics and methods of applying paraffin wax bath therapy. It provides details on the composition of paraffin wax used, its properties like slow thermal conductivity and analgesic effects. It also lists the indications and contraindications of paraffin wax bath therapy.

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    The document discusses the characteristics and methods of applying paraffin wax bath therapy. It provides details on the composition of paraffin wax used, its properties like slow thermal conductivity and analgesic effects. It also lists the indications and contraindications of paraffin wax bath therapy.

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    Wax Bath

    PRESENTED BY
    ANDRIA ANNA VARGHESE
    OT INTERN - NIEPMD
    INTRODUCTION
     Paraffin wax bath therapy is an
    application of melted paraffin wax
    on the body parts
     This is one of the most
    convenient, reasonably efficient
    method of applying conducted
    heat to the extremities.
     The melting point of wax is 51-55 degree Celsius.
     If the molten wax at 51-55 degree Celsius is poured on body part, it
    may cause burn.
     Some impurity like liquid paraffin or mineral oil is added to lower
    the melting point for safe application.
     Thus the temperature of the paraffin wax is maintained at 40-44
    degree Celsius.
     The combination of the wax and the mineral oil has low specific
    heat.
     This enhances the patient’s ability to tolerate heat from the wax
    better than from the water of the same temperature.
     The composition of wax: paraffin: mineral oil is 7: : 1 or wax:
    paraffin or mineral oil is 7:1.
     The mode of the transmission of heat from paraffin to the patient
    skin is through conduction.
    CHARACTERISTICS OF PWB

     Paraffin has slow thermal conductivity.


     It is a self insulator which gives moist heat
     It is an analgesic, the insulating layer keeps the heat and is effective
    in relief of pain.
    METHODS OF APPLICATION

     DIPPING AND WRAPPING:


    The body part to be treated is directly immersed into the container of
    wax bath and taken out.
    Once the wax solidifies, the part is again immersed to make another
    layer, approximately 7-12 dips are done, and wrapped around by a
    towel or wax paper or plastic.
     IMMERSION:
    Dip once for having a glove.
    Then immerse for 15 to 20 min.
    Never immerse at first for a long time without making a glove.
    Dry before to have insulations.

     DIRECT POURING METHOD:


    The molten wax is directly poured to the part to be treated and wrap it
    around by a towel.
    The wax is allowed to solidify for 10-20 min.
    4-6 layers can be made over the body tissues.
     TOWELING OR BANDAGING:
    A towel or a roll of bandage is immersed in molten paraffin wax and
    wrapped around the body part.
    Several layers can be made over the body part.
    This method is preferably used for treating proximal parts of the body.

     BRUSHING METHOD:
    8-10 coats of wax is applied to the area with a paint brush using even
    and rapid strokes.
    The area then wrapped with towel for 10-20 min and after this paraffin
    wax is removed and discarded.
    INDICATIONS

     Pain and muscle spasm.


     Oedema and inflammation.
     Adhesions and scars.
     Osteoarthritis.
     Joint stiffness.
     Post immobilization stiffness.
    CONTRAINDICATIONS

     Ischemia.
     Haemorrhage.
     Impaired sensation.
     Inability to communicate or respond to pain.
     Malignancy.
     Acute trauma.
     Scar tissue.
     Poor thermal regulation.
    Thank you

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