The correct way to apply hot towels is to pay attention to the temperature of the water and the duration of the hot application, but also to pay attention to contraindications, etc..
1. Use a clean towel and soak it completely in 40 to 50 degrees hot water.
2. Wring it out and apply it to the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes without burning sensation when touching the skin. If it feels hot, put a thin clean cloth on it.
3. Change the towel every 5 minutes and apply hot compresses 3 to 4 times a day.
There are some groups of people should not be hot compresses, such as the elderly children, diabetes or neurological disorders, etc., because of the sensory insensitivity, easy to scald or overheating. There are also patients with bruises in the early stages, 24 to 48 hours should not be hot compresses.
The specific practice of hot towel, you can consult a medical professional advice.