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What is the purpose of using a mixture of melted paraffin and mineral oil in a paraffin wax bath?
Which body parts are most commonly treated using paraffin wax baths?
How does the low specific heat of paraffin wax contribute to its application in therapy?
What is the melting point of paraffin wax?
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Why is it important for paraffin wax to remain molten at temperatures between about 45°C and 54°C?
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Study Notes
Paraffin Wax Bath Therapy
- A mixture of melted paraffin and mineral oil is used in a paraffin wax bath to increase the heat retention capacity and reduce the viscosity of the paraffin wax.
Common Applications of Paraffin Wax Baths
- Hands, feet, and elbows are the most commonly treated body parts using paraffin wax baths.
Properties of Paraffin Wax
- Paraffin wax has a low specific heat, which means it can absorb and release heat energy quickly, making it ideal for therapy applications.
Characteristics of Paraffin Wax
- The melting point of paraffin wax is around 47°C to 65°C.
- It is crucial for paraffin wax to remain molten at temperatures between 45°C and 54°C to ensure effective heat transfer and patient comfort.
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Learn about the therapeutic use of paraffin wax bath in treating distal extremities. Understand the process of using a mixture of paraffin and mineral oil to provide conductive heat therapy.
