Traditional Bath Research Articles

The influence of heat-clearing and blood-activating traditional Chinese medicine sitz bath on postoperative wound healing of hemorrhoids

Objective To observe the influence of heat-clearing and blood-activating traditional Chinese medicine sitz bath on postoperative wound healing of hemorrhoids Methods 100 cases of hemorrhoids surgery pa-tients were selected.According to random number table method,they were divided into the observation group and con-trol group,100 cases in each group.All of patients underwent hemorrhoids excision surgery,the control group was giv-en potassium permanganate sitz bath, the observation group was given heat-clearing and blood-activating traditional Chinese medicine sitz bath.The two groups were given compound carraghenates cream for external use after sitz bath. The postoperative wound healing time,degree of pain and clinical efficient of the two groups were observed and com-pared.Results In two groups before treatment,the pain scores were （4.06 ±1.34）point,（4.05 ±1.36）point,with no significantly different （t=0.63,P〈0.05）; compared with before treatment,the two groups after treatment the pain scores were （1.13 ±0.51）point,（2.72 ±0.74）point,the difference was statistically significant （t =3.72, 2.98,P〈0.05）;the pain scores after treatment in observation group was significantly lower than that of the control group,the difference was statistically significant （t=2.73,P〈0.05）.In observation group,the wound healing time was （13.23 ±4.27）d,which was shorter than （18.78 ±6.43）d of the control group,the difference was statistically significant （t=6.44,P〈0.05）.The clinical efficiency of the observation group was 98%,which was significantly higher than 86%of the control group,the difference was statistically significant （χ^2=4.89,P〈0.05）.Conclusion Heat-clearing and blood-activating traditional Chinese medicine sitz bath can promote the healing of postoperative wound of hemorrhoids,and can effectively reduce the degree of pain. Key words: Traditional Chinese medicine lotion; Sitz bath; Hemorrhoids

A differentiated multi-loops bath recirculation system for precision machine tools

Traditional bath recirculation cooler for precision machine tools always has the uniform and open-loop cooling strategy onto different heat generating parts. This causes redundant generated heat being transferred into the machine structure, and results in unsatisfactory thermal errors of precision machine tools. For the solution of this problem, this paper presents the differentiated multi-loops bath recirculation system. The developed system can accomplish differentiated and close-loop cooling strategies onto machine heat generating parts during its operation. Specially, in order to illustrate the advantages of this system, constant supply cooling powers strategy is presented with its applications onto a certain type of built-in motorized spindle. Consequently, advantages of the proposed strategy based on the differentiated multi-loops bath recirculation system are verified experimentally in the environment within consistent temperature (TR = 20 ± 0.3°C). Compared with room temperature tracing strategy based on the traditional bath recirculation cooler, the constant supply cooling powers strategy is verified to be advantageous in spindle temperature stabilization and thermal errors decrease.

Determination of Acrylic Denture Resin Surface Roughness by Different Processing Techniques

Background: Poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) seems to be the most commonly used material in the construction of denture base due to its advantages. However, it is still far from being ideal in fulfilling the physical and mechanical properties. Therefore, attempts to improve the properties of PMMA were taken by the researcher through many ways The purpose of this study was to estimate the effect of different processing techniques on surface roughness of acrylic base denture resin. Materials and Methods: A total sample of (50) specimens were prepared; these specimens were divided into 3 main processing techniques, and 5 experimental sub-groups (n=10): Group (A), acrylic denture base material processed by conventional water bath technique (74C for 1 and half hours then boiled for 30 min; Group (B), acrylic resins processed by microwave oven at (500 Watts) for 3 min; Group (C) samples processed by autoclave device with 3 different timing set up : (C1) for l0 min, (C2) for 20 min and (C3) for 30 min. This is done to make a comparison of different autoclave polymerization conditions on the surface roughness of denture base resin. Results: Statistically, there was no significant difference between the traditional water bath group technique and an autoclave system when the specimen processed at (121C/210Kpa) for 30 min. However, there was a statistically significant difference compared to other experimental groups. Conclusion: The autoclave processing technique could be the new alternative system to process the acrylic resin base material alongside the conventional methods. The experimental group prepared by autoclave system at (121C/21Kpa) for 30 min showed an improvement in the surface roughness compared to microwave and water bath techniques.

Effects of traditional Chinese medicine bath on mixed hemorrhoids postoperative pain and edema

Objective To investigate the effects of traditional Chinese medicine bath on mixed hemorrhoids postoperative pain and edema .Methods 120 cases of mixed hemorrhoids treated patients were selected and randomly divided into the control group and observation group in accordance with the number table .The control group were treated with potassium permanganate bath Fumigation treatment ,the observation group were used traditional Chinese medicine bath treatment , observed after treatment of pain and edema and compared the clinical efficacy of the two groups after treatment .Results The pain scores of 3 days,5 days and 7 days after treatment in the observation group were significantly lower than that of the control group （ t=2.065,2.425,2.311,all P〈0.05）;The edema scores of 3 days,5 days and 7 days after treatment in the observation group were significantly lower than those of the control group（t =2.007,2.065,1.993,all P 〈0.05）;And observation group of significant efficiency,total efficiency （63.33%,93.33%） were significantly higher （45.00%,78.33%）,there were significant differences between the two groups（χ2 =4.062,3.913,all P〈0.05）.Conclusion Herbal bath for mixed hemorrhoids postoperative pain and edema prevention and mitigation has obvious effect ,which has some clinical significance . Key words: Hemorrhoids; Medicine,chinese traditional; Postoperative period

Being washed by someone is therapeutic... and a treat.

When in Istanbul, I visited a hamam, a traditional Turkish bath. I'm familiar with other bathing rituals--steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi--but suspected being washed by someone in front of others was not very British.

Spatial and Visual configurational properties of Traditional Bath Buildings in Islamic cities

Recently, researches focused upon traditional public bath buildings (Hammams) in Islamic cities, aiming maintenance and rehabilitation of those buildings that faced negligence due to function miss. Hammam buildings historically had possessed significant social and environmental role, as well as distinguishing them as a unique Architectural type. The literature review showed lack of concentration upon syntactical properties of the spatial and visual configuration of Hammam buildings.Accordingly, this paper aims to describe these properties. To attain this, comparative analysis methodology has been adopted between local Baths, and those of other cultures. A number of findings were obtained, explaining spatial and visual properties of Islamic traditional public baths.

The effectiveness of bed bathing practices on skin integrity and hospital-acquired infections among adult patients: a systematic review protocol

Review question/objective The objective of this systematic review is to identify, appraise and synthesize the best available evidence on the effectiveness of bed bathing practices on skin integrity and hospital-acquired infection (HAI) among adult patients. More specifically, the review question is: What is the effectiveness of traditional towel bed bath practice compared to other innovate bed bath practices on maintaining skin integrity, skin barrier function and reduction of pathogen microbial counts on skin among adult patients in all settings? Inclusion criteria Types of participants This review will consider studies that include patients over the age of 18 with no upper age limit, regardless of ethnicity and gender, in all hospital wards. Patients with skin allergies, visible damage to their skin, a chronic skin condition (e.g., eczema, or dermatitis), sensitive skin, or pre-existing medical conditions known to affect the dermal vasculature (e.g., diabetes) will be excluded. Types of intervention(s) This review will consider studies that evaluate bed bath practices performed by healthcare staff, in particular nurses. Intervention The intervention of interest is innovate bed bath practices, including all bag bath interventions, not limited to any specific type or brand. For the purpose of this systematic review, bag bath interventions include bathing patients with pre-packaged disposal washcloths by use of a different cloth to wash each part of the patient’s body. The washcloths typically comprise rayon/polyester cloth pre-moistened with an evaporating no-rinse cleanser and emollients. Comparator The comparator is the traditional bed bath (towel bed bath) intervention, regardless of type and frequency. For the purposes of this systematic review, traditional bed bath refers to a practice using one new washcloth for each body part and the equipment includes a washbasin, water, towel, washcloths and soap. Types of outcomes This review will consider studies that include the following outcome measures: Primary outcome: • Hospital-acquired infections defined as infections that becomes evident 48 hours after admission and are measured through surveillance of infection rates. Secondary outcome: • Skin microbiology measured by pathogen microbial counts on skin. • Skin barrier function and skin integrity measured by skin flakes, skin dryness, water vapour pressure gradient and skin pH.

366The Impact of Bathing Hospitalized Dependent Patients with Disposable Washcloths Instead of Traditional Bath Basins on Infection Rates and Skin Condition

366The Impact of Bathing Hospitalized Dependent Patients with Disposable Washcloths Instead of Traditional Bath Basins on Infection Rates and Skin Condition

Knowledge, attitude and practice toward complementary and traditional medicine among Kashan health care staff, 2012

Studies show that medical staff in different countries have different attitudes toward traditional and complementary medicine. Therefore, the current study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practice of complementary and traditional medicine by medical staff of Kashan, Iran. A cross-sectional study was performed. A total of 378 questionnaires were distributed among health care team members in Kashan University of Medical Sciences in 2012. The questionnaire was consisted of 5 questions regarding demographic characteristics and 12 questions on knowledge, attitude and practice of traditional and complementary medicine. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. In total, 309 questionnaires were returned and 302 questionnaires were analyzed. Among the participants, 60.9% were female. The mean age of subjects was 29.70±9.28 years. Totally, 88.4% of the participants had no previous education on complementary and traditional medicine, and 77.8% showed interest to learn in this area. Also, 57.6% of participants had the experience of personal use of complementary and traditional therapies. The commonly used methods were: herbal therapy, cupping and traditional bathing. Participants used traditional medicine mostly for digestive diseases, colds, migraine and headaches, skin disorders, losing weight, and diabetes. Moreover, 56% of participants had recommended complementary and traditional therapies to the others. Most of the participants had low level knowledge on complementary and traditional medicine, but expressed their interest to learn in this field. Therefore, training health care team members and especially nurses and doctors on the applications, benefits and side effects of complementary and traditional medicine is recommended.

Effect of traditional Chinese medicine powder bath combined with TPD irradiation in the treatment ofneonatal diaper dermatitis

Objective To observe the effect of traditional Chinese medicine powder bath combined with TPD irradiation on the treatment of neonatal diaper dermatitis. Methods Totals of 210 cases of neonatal diaper dermatitis were randomly divided into two groups, 105 cases in observation group, which received the treatment of traditional Chinese medicine powder bath combined with TPD, and other 105 cases in control group, receivedthe treatment of TPD irradiation after washing. Results After the intervention, the observation group efficiencywas 952％ , and that of control group was 85.7 ％ , so the effect of observation group was significantly better than that of control group ( P＜0.05). Conclusions Traditional Chinese medicine powder bath combined withTPD irradiation in the treatment of neonatal diaper dermatitis is good, worthy of clinical popularization. Key words: Newborn; Dermatitis ; Traditional Chinese medicine; Irradiation ; TPD

Enhanced extraction of osthole and imperatorin from Cnidium monnieri by infrared-accelerated enzyme pretreatment

In this work, a temperature-controllable infrared (IR) radiation system with a mechanic stirrer was developed for IR-accelerated enzyme pretreatment of traditional Chinese medicines prior to the extraction of bioactives. The feasibility and performance of this unique system were demonstrated by enzyme pretreatment of Cnidium monnieri, used as the model sample. To investigate enzymatic pretreatment assisted by infrared energy, experiments were carried out to evaluate the effects that enzyme type, pH and the concentration of the enzyme solution, incubation time and temperature have upon the enzymatic activity. Statistical treatment of the results revealed that the selected parameters were all significant. The optimum parameters were obtained as follows: 0.2 mg ml−1 pectinase solution, and incubated at pH 6.0 for 2 min at 35 °C. At optimized conditions, the extraction yields of osthole and imperatorin were 18.11 mg g−1 and 7.27 mg g−1 in pectinase treated sample, increased by 10.2% and 7.9%, respectively, compared with those in the control group. The results also showed that using infrared radiation as an energy source, the efficiency of enzyme pretreatment was significantly enhanced compared with conventional water bath assisted enzymatic pretreatment (p < 0.05), and the extraction rates of osthole and imperatorin by infrared-assisted extraction were significantly higher than those obtained with ultrasound-assisted extraction (p < 0.05). More importantly, the enzymatic pretreatment time was significantly shortened to 2 min of infrared assisted enzymatic pretreatment from 1 h of traditional water bath assisted enzymatic pretreatment. With the advantage of environment-friendliness, low cost, easy operation and high efficiency, the present enzyme pretreatment setup will find wide applications in enzyme pretreatment for natural product extraction in large scale.

Bath salt intoxication causing acute kidney injury requiring hemodialysis

Traditional bath salts contain a combination of inorganic salts like Epsom salts, table salt, baking soda, sodium metaphosphate, and borax that have cleansing properties. Since 2010, there have been rising concerns about a new type of substance abuse in the name of "bath salts." They are beta-ketone amphetamine analogs and are derivates of cathinone, a naturally occurring amphetamine analog found in the "khat" plant (Catha edulis). Effects reported with intake included increased energy, empathy, openness, and increased libido. Serious adverse effects reported with intoxication included cardiac, psychiatric, and neurological signs and symptoms. Not much is known about the toxicology and metabolism of these compounds. They inhibit monoamine reuptake (dopamine, nor epinephrine, etc.) and act as central nervous system stimulants with high additive and abuse potential because of their clinical and biochemical similarities to effects from use of cocaine, amphetamine, and 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine. Deaths associated with use of these compounds have also been reported. We report a case of acute kidney injury associated with the use of "bath salt" pills that improved with hemodialysis.

Energy performance of traditional bath buildings

This paper presents the results of a recent research effort to collect and analyze data pertaining to traditional bath buildings (“hammams”) in Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Syria, and Algeria. Thereby, the energy performance of and the thermal comfort conditions in five such buildings were studied. Moreover, empirically calibrated building performance simulation models of a number of objects were generated in order to predict the consequences of alternative thermal retrofit measures. The results provide the opportunity for an objective assessment of the actual energy and indoor environmental performance of these buildings.

The Impact of Jacuzzi Bathtubs on House Prices

The study examines the impact of Jacuzzi bathtubs on house prices. Jacuzzi bathtubs have health related benefits. This study empirically tests a hedonic house pricing model using a sample of 138 houses in high income residential sub-market of Lekki phase one in Lagos metropolis. Forty-six duplexes have Jacuzzi bathtubs installed in their homes while Ninety-two do not. The study results show that that having Jacuzzi bathtubs increases home value by N2, 167,615. 1. Background of Study A house is a heterogeneous good. Its value depends on a number of characteristics such as size, age, and location. Rosen (1974) hedonic pricing model hypothesized that a housing market can be viewed as the interaction of implicit markets for these characteristics. As a result, regression analysis can be utilized to derive the implicit price of each housing attribute and the contribution of each attribute to the overall house price. The housing attributes used are generally classified into: structural attributes, such as age and floor area; location-related attributes, such as proximity to the CBD, floor level, and view; and neighbourhood attributes such as the provision of social facilities (Mok, Chan and Cho 1995). Home Jacuzzi bathtubs belong to the structural attributes of a house. It is a term that is used to refer to any bathtub with water jets. A Jacuzzi bathtub is one of the green features that could be installed into homes. It offers several advantages over traditional bathing facilities. A Jacuzzi is synonymous with class and status but besides the benefit of an increase in owner status in society, owners also benefit from the therapeutic value of a Jacuzzi. The benefits of Jacuzzis vary from person to person as there are many therapeutic values that a Jacuzzi has that can assist people with various aches and pains ranging from tension to rheumatoid arthritis. The power of warm water has been harnessed for centuries and dates back to the Ancient Greeks. Therefore it is well known that the comfort that owners experience in a Jacuzzi is rarely out matched and that there are few people who are not aware of the comfort of a Jacuzzi. Stress is a leading factor in illnesses across the world and decreasing stress can assist with immune system and longevity in the long run. Excess stress is damaging to health. It is therefore important to take time daily to relax and de-stress. The experience of the warm water of a Jacuzzi bathtubs circulating around the body is the ideal activity for to relax aching body, rejuvenate the body or assist in pain relief. Hydrotherapy is often used for the treatment of diseases and with a private Jacuzzi bathtub one will be able to experience the benefit of hydrotherapy in his own home.

A Bath a Day: Keeping MRSA at Bay

A 33 bed tertiary adult medical-surgical teaching hospital intensive care unit (ICU) experienced clusters of MRSA same strain cross-transmission that were confirmed by Pulse Field Gel Electrophoresis (PFGE) in 2004, 2005, and 2007. This occurred despite an increased focus on hand hygiene and an overall decline in nosocomial MRSA rates. The ICU nurses had eliminated traditional bath basin with soap and water baths in favor of disposable cloth-based baths in 2002, and were ready to try a novel intervention.

Performance evaluation of traditional bath buildings via empirically tested simulation models

In a recent research effort, we studied the performance of a certain class of traditional buildings in Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Syria, and Algeria, namely public baths (‘hammams’). Over a period of 1 year, indoor and outdoor climate data as well as visual and acoustical performance information was collected for a selected number of these buildings. To further explore indoor environmental conditions, the monitored data were used to calibrate digital performance simulation models of a number of the objects studied. Specifically, thermal performance simulation models were generated for three hammams in Egypt, Turkey, and Algeria. Likewise, acoustical performance simulation models were generated for three baths in Algeria. These calibrated thermal and acoustical simulation models were shown to reliably reproduce measurements. Thus, they could be parametrically applied to evaluate alternative options for the renovation, restoration, reuse, and adaptation of these buildings.

The Fluctuation of Aedes Aegypti in Endemic Area of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever in Surabaya City, Indonesia

This research was aimed to describe the density pattern and the fluctuation of Aedes aegypti larval based on the season in dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF) endemic area in Surabaya city. The population of the research was the house of people together with its breeding sites either inside and outside the house. The 55 houses were randomly chosen in 11 RWs in Nginden Subdistrict. The sample of this research was Aedes aegypti larva obtained from its breeding sites. The sample sizes were all of the larval in the containers existed in the chosen houses. The samples of the larval were taken and carried for identification and documentation of the species. This research was applied in the same houses in January, March, and May 2008 in rainy season. The results indicated that the highest larval index occurred in January with House Index (HI) 76.8%, Container Index (CI) 40.5%, and Breteau Index (BI) 137.5%. There was a decrease in March with HI 63.3%, CI 31.3%, and BI 92.7%. It continued to decrease in May with HI 42.6%, CI 21.1%, and BI 57.4%. All of those larval indices in the three observed months showed a high percentage of larval which was much higher than the safe limit or the critical threshold (5%) as defined by WHO. It implied that people in Nginden Subdistrict were threaten by the infection of DHF. The three indices achieved the peak in January, which was also the peak of the rainy season. It gradually decreased in March and May as the rainy season decreased its intensity of rain. Larval Density Index (LDI) also showed a high value. There were 173 larval/house in January, 187 larval/house in March, and 84.8 larval/house in May. The containers or breeding sites of Aedes were mostly found in January then their existences gradually decreased in March and May. Traditional bath tub was the most productive container inside the house, while drum and bucket were the most productive containers outside the house. Other containers which contributed abundance of larval were refrigerator, flower pot, well, and PDAM meter box.

Phytobalneotherapy (hay bath) with Graminis flos vs. hydrotherapy: A prospective cross-over study

Background and aim Phytobalneotherapy with Graminis flos (hay bath) is being used more frequently in the areas of prevention, clinical treatment and rehabilitation in Southern Germany and Austria. However, there are only a few studies investigating the effects of the hay bath. Methods In a prospective cross-over study we randomized healthy subjects into two groups, each receiving one hour of treatment in either a traditional hay bath or a warm bath (hyperthermia). The two groups were then investigated for differences in cardiovascular parameters (blood pressure, heart rate, and sublingual temperature), subjective well-being, quality of sleep, and tolerability during the treatment. Results Twelve male test subjects (age 25.2±3.3 years, BMI 23.4±2.3) years were included in the study. There were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of demographic data, nor did the objective or subjective parameters reveal any significant differences between the groups. Side effects (numbness, headache) were documented by two subjects receiving hay bath. Conclusion When using the hay bath, potential side effects must be taken into account. In view of the increasing use of Graminis flos in phytobalneotherapy, investigations involving large groups of patients with defined illnesses are needed in order definitively to establish the effectiveness and risks of the hay bath.

Economic comparison of the traditional bathing method with the basinless bathing method in coma patients

The coma patient is a particular and unique patient: he depends completely on the caregivers, more than a neonate. The bed bath of a coma patient is important to maintain his personal hygiene, to clean and refresh, to monitor skin condition and to promote comfort. Modern ICU management must offer a high quality of coma patient care and should be constantly fighting for cost-effective ways of providing that care.

Investigation on the clinical efficacy and tolerability of a 0.4% topical stannous fluoride preparation (MedEquine® Gel) for the treatment of bacterial skin infections in horses: a prospective, randomized, double‐blinded, placebo‐controlled clinical trial

The purpose of this prospective, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial was to investigate the efficacy and tolerability of a novel gel containing 0.4% stannous fluoride (MedEquine) for the treatment of cutaneous bacterial infections in horses. Twenty privately owned horses diagnosed with bacterial skin infections based on physical findings and cytology results were enrolled and randomly assigned to either a placebo or an active ingredient treatment group. The product was applied on affected areas daily for 4 weeks. Cytology and clinical evaluations were done by the same investigator at the beginning and at the end of the treatment. Owners scored pruritus weekly. Both owners and investigators were blinded to the allocation to the groups. At the end of the study, stannous fluoride gel treatment significantly decreased the investigator's clinical scores and owners' pruritus scores while no significant changes were detected in the vehicle treatment group. At the end of the trial, none of the horses in the stannous fluoride group required additional therapy while four of ten horses in the vehicle group required systemic therapy to resolve the infection. No adverse effects were detected in any of the groups. The gel formulation made compliance easier for owners compared to the traditional bathing regimen and allowed spot treatment, which was particularly helpful in animals with localized infections. These favourable aspects of the treatment were highlighted by the owners of the horses enrolled in the study. In conclusion, 0.4% stannous fluoride gel (MedEquine) was an effective and safe therapy for the topical management of bacterial skin infections in the horses included in the study.