Pericarditis
SYN: Endocarditis
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from Dr GK Abbott's Prescriptions...
To slow the heart rate:
- Cold Mitten Friction - best - 1-3x /day throughout course or
- Precordial Compress (Ice Bag)
To reduce inflammation (congestion)
- Precordial Compress (Ice Bag) with 3 large Fomentations over the compress and around it. 3 changes
- followed by Heating Compress or frequently removed (Ice Bag)
In later stages ie after 3-4 days:
- Scotch Compress to front of whole chest to promote absorption
- Alternate Foot Bath
- Spinal Alternate Applications
- Cold Towel Rub