Steam wrap
Use of hot abdominal compress: at least 20 to 30 minutes. Then allow the patient to rest for 30 minutes. If the pain does not go away or even grows worse, remove the compress. Adjust the size and temperature of the compress for infants, young children and the elderly.
Application Areas:
- Abdominal discomfort
- flatulence
- gastrointestinal cramps
Do not use in case of appendicitis!
Ingredients:
- Inner cloth (Cotton gauze)
- Middle cloth (Fustian)
- Outer cloth (Molleton)
- Possibly hot water bottle
- Possibly bath towel (adults)
- Rubber gloves
- Water (boiling)
Boil ½ litre of water and wring out the folded cotton gauze well in it (use rubber gloves).
Check the heat with your inner forearm (caution: risk of burns).
When it is hot enough, carefully place the steam compress on the painful area and cover it with the fustian and molleton (possibly add a bath towel).
If necessary, add a hot water bottle for warmth.
