thermotherapy

ther·mo·ther·a·py  (thûrm-thr-p)

n. pl. ther·mo·ther·a·pies

Medical therapy involving the application of heat.

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thermotherapy

thermatology.

See also: Heat

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Noun

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thermotherapy - the use of heat to treat a disease or disorder; heating pads or hot compresses or hot-water bottles are used to promote circulation in peripheral vascular disease or to relax tense muscles therapy - (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.); "the quarterback is undergoing treatment for a knee injury"; "he tried every treatment the doctors suggested"; "heat therapy gave the best relief"