Soft, moist mass about the consistency of cooked cereal, spread between layers of material of some sort and applied hot to a given area to create moist, local heat or counter-irritation.
Soft mass of fresh vegetable matter, usually heated, spread on cloth, and used in natural healing.
Consisting of a paste-like substance spread on or between layers of cloth, poultices are a long-standing traditional remedy used most often to relieve swelling and inflammation. Contemporary spas incorporate this venerable technique (often with all-natural ingredients such as muds, herbs and botanicals) into massage treatments and other therapeutic modalities.
A soft moist substance applied hot to the surface of the body for the purpose of supplying heat and moisture
Boil herbs in a little water for a hot poultice, or bruise or chop slightly for a cold one. Smooth a little oil on the skin to keep the herbs from sticking, apply the herb, and wrap with muslin or gauze strips.
a warm compress applied to irritated or inflamed areas of the body.
Soft, often medicated paste spread on a cloth and draped over a wound.
a soft, usually heated and sometimes medicated, mass spread on cloth and applied to sores or other lesions
A soft, semi-solid, usually heated herbal mass is spread on a cloth, wrapped in it, and then applied to the body. Different from a FOMENTATION in that herb parts are included in the poultice. Acts to draw out poison, reduce inflammation, or reduce pain. Some hot herbs such as mustard are used in poultices as counter-irritants.
A mass of plant material eg. herbs applied to the skin to assist local blood circulation and to relieve pain.
a medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc.
a common treatment used on horses to relieve inflammation
a liquid cleaner or chemical mixed with a white absorbent material to form a paste about the consistency of peanut butter
a liquid cleaner or solvent mixed with a white absorbent powder that forms a paste about the consistency of peanut butter
a mixture of fresh or dried herbs applied directly to an affected area
an absorbent material applied to a surface to draw out a stain
an herbal pack that has been steamed or heated
a paste made from bruised fresh herbs or dried herbs moistened with hot water
a paste, made with a solvent or reagent and an inert material
a paste of chopped, fresh (or dried but remoistened) plant material that's applied directly to a wound or skin infection
a paste that you apply to a stain and leave in place as the stain is slowly dissolved and absorbed
a powder-like substance that is designed to re-absorb stains from natural stone
a pulpy mass applied directly to the skin
a pulverized or powdered mass of herbs moistened with water, tinctures , infusions , salves , infused oils , or decoctions , and applied wet to the surface of the skin
a raw or mashed herb applied directly to the body, or applied wet directly to the body, or encased in a clean cloth and then applied
a soft cloth that has been soaked in a liquid, possibly heated, and then applied to an irritated or injured area of skin
a soft, damp mixture applied to part of the body
a thick, warm, herbal paste applied to the skin for pain, swelling or muscle spasm
a water, tincture or fresh herb-based external medication applied topically for a short time
a wet paste of fresh or dried herbs
poultices are packs of powders, dried or fresh herbs, enclosed in a muslin bag or wrapped in folds of a flannel or linen and soaked in boiling water, then applied to the affected area of the body.
fresh, macerated herbs that are heated, spread on a cloth, and applied directly to aching or bruised skin to increase circulation and sweating. May also be used as a facial to draw impurities from the skin.
a warm, moist mass of plant matter that can be applied to the skin
hot/warm, external application of herb, similar in style to a compress except that in this case the herbs themselves are included. Generally applied to the skin between layers of gauze or cheese-cloth, which it then wrapped in towels or blankets to retain heat.
A soft, moist substance spread between layers of cloth or gauze, and applied, usually heated, to the skin to help reduce pain.
A soft, moist pulp applied to sores and inflamed areas.
a plaster applied externally, usually hot
Herbs that are prepared in a special way and applied to the surface of the body as a remedy for certain disorders. Click here for more information.
External application of warm moist substance to relieve pain, reduce and soothe inflammation, draw impurities from the body, encourages muscle relaxation
a soft, moist mixture spread between layers of muslin, linen, gauze or towels and applied hot. It is applied topically to produce localized moist heat. The mixture may contain herbs or other products that have some (real or imagined) medicinal effects.
hot, moist application to skin of plant matter to increase circulation, relieve congestion and act as counterirritant for pain
This poultice can be used for stings, venomous bites, boils and abscesses. This poultice recipe has been around for generations and is very effective. Put 1 egg yolk into a small bowl and add salt until it makes a stiff paste. Place the paste between gauze and then tape over effective area. Once the poison has come to a head, use a sterile needle and prick the top of the poison pocket. Apply pressure on either side of the poison pocket. Apply pressure on either side of the poison pocket to force the poison out. If necessary, repeat this process until all the poisons have been eliminated.
Hot, moist herbs placed between two layers of cloth (cotton or flannel) laid on body to soothe or draw out infection. Keep it hot and change when it cools.
soft, moist mass applied to the skin to provide heat and moisture.
soft, usually heated preparation spread on cloth applied to a sore or swelling.
A soft, medicated and usually heated mass applied to the body and kept in place with muslin, etc. for relieving soreness and inflammation.
Plaster thick cloth or bandage prepared with herbs for external use. or a paste prepared from herbs and applied externally.
An herbal paste spread on a cloth and applied externally to the body.
Applied to a body surface to provide heat and moisture. Material is held between layers of muslin or other cloth. Poultices contain an active substance and a base. They are placed on any part of the body and changed when cool. Purpose is to relieve pain and reduce congestion or inflammation.
Preparation of herbs often applied hot to the affected area to relieve pain and inflammation
A poultice is a soft, moist mass spread between layers of muslin, linen, gauze, or towels and applied hot to a given area. Edgar Cayce recommended various poultices such as potato poultice for eye conditions.
An herbal preparation made by mashing plant materials with a liquid to form a wet paste.
A moist, usually warm or hot mass of plant material applied to the skin, or with cloth between the skin and plant material, to effect a medicinal action.
Soft mass prepared by moistening botanicals or other absorbent substances with oil or water, usually applied hot to the skin.
Applied to a body surface, to provide heat and moisture. They are placed on any part of the body an changed when cool. The purpose is to relieve pain and reduce inflammation or congestion.
A poultice, also called cataplasm, is a soft moist mass, often heated and medicated, that is spread on cloth over the skin to treat an aching, inflamed, or painful part of the body. It can also be a porous solid filled with solvent used to remove stains from porous stone such as marble or granite.