-IBIS-1.5.0-
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hydrotherapy
lower half body pack
physical medicine
definition
lower half body pack
1. place two heavy double hot fomentations on table
2. cover fomentations with towels, extending from mid-shoulder blades to lower edge of hips
3. for comfort, patient lies supine with head elevated and knees flexed
4. cover with sheet, then one to three blankets tucked in
5. treatment lasts 45 min.
6. finish treatment with cold mitten friction or cool shower
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