Heat therapy without the burn - Headline Science

4,007 views · Published 21 February 2017 · 1:29 · Indexed 8 November 2026

Channel: American Chemical Society · 2017 · Science & Technology

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To soothe aches and pains, many people turn to heating pads, patches or creams. Although a common practice, thermotherapy can cause burns. Now researchers are developing a transparent heating pad that allows users to see through it to monitor their skin’s color and prevent such injuries. 

Wei Lan, Ph.D.

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