For a heating (cold wet) sheet wrap, list three physiological effects, four indications, and four contraindications
What will be an ideal response?
Physiological effects:
? Tonifier: Strengthens vitality and the immune system
? Sedative: Induces a state of deep relaxation and stress relief
? Stimulant: Invigorates
? Detoxifier: Eliminates toxins
? Derivative: Draws blood and lymph from one part of the body to another
Indications:
? Need for stress relief
? Fever
? Insomnia
? Muscle tension
? Congestion in the sinuses and chest from colds, flu, and chronic bronchitis
? Congestive headache
? Anxiety and restlessness
? Depression
? Detoxification
? Need to stimulate the immune system to ward off a cold or flu
Contraindications:
? Heart conditions
? Skin conditions made worse by heat
? Claustrophobia
? Intolerance to cold
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