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Hand OA: Paraffin bath with topical analgesic reduces pain and improves function
November 2014
Hand OA: Paraffin bath with topical analgesic reduces pain and improves function
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Topical analgesic added to paraffin enhances paraffin bath treatment of individuals with hand osteoarthritis
Disabil Rehabil. 2011;33(6):467-74Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
40 patients suffering from hand osteoarthritis (OA) participated in this study to determine the combined efficacy of paraffin and a topical analgesic. Patients underwent 4 weeks of treatment with ParaSpa Premier Paraffin or a mixture of 80% ParaSpa Premier Paraffin and 20% Jointritis. The results suggested that the combined use of these two treatments was more effective in relieving pain and impro...
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