Efficacy of hot fomentation over intra scapular region in the improvement in pulmonary function in healthy volunteers

Abstract

Abstract Naturopathy, an integrative form of primary care, combines traditional healing practices with modern research, emphasizing the body’s natural healing abilities and disease prevention. Fomentation, a therapeutic technique using hot compresses, has demonstrated efficacy in stimulating tissue activity and circulation, particularly benefiting individuals with pulmonary congestion. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of fomentation applied to the interscapular region on pulmonary function in healthy participants. A total of 30 healthy subjects were recruited and underwent a single session of hot fomentation (HF) applied to the interscapular region for a duration of 20 min. Pre-test and post-test assessments were conducted before and after the intervention. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in peak expiratory flow rate and forced expiratory volume in 1 s among healthy individuals. In conclusion, this study on the effects of fomentation to the interscapular region on pulmonary function in healthy individuals reveals significant improvements in lung function. The findings indicate that HF may be a beneficial and non-invasive intervention for enhancing respiratory performance in healthy individuals.