Author:
Lange U.,Aykara I.,Klemm P.
Abstract
AbstractWater-filtered infrared A irradiation (wIRA) is a special form of heat irradiation with high tissue penetration and a low thermal load to the skin surface. wIRA can be used inter alia for promoting the healing of “critical” acute and chronic wounds and also for improving “normal” wound healing (faster and with less pain). In addition, wIRA significantly reduces pain and thereby the need for analgesics, wound secretion, inflammation, and infection. The article presents historical notes on wIRA, principles of action, and its clinical application in the treatment of acute and chronic wounds based on the available literature.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
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