![]() ![]() The frequency of the symmetric CH 2 stretching band near 2850 cm −1 ( v ˜ sym ) was used to estimate the trans to gauche rotamer content of the hydrocarbon chains ( Fig. Hydrocarbon chain conformation is important to the order (fluidity), strength of lipid-lipid interactions, and lipid structure in general. Conformation is defined as the arrangement of atoms in a molecule that differ by rotation about a single double bond. 26 FTIR could be used to measure lipid conformation with as little as 0.1 mg of meibum. Insights regarding the effect of temperature on the structure and ‘melting’ of meibum can be gleaned from the most comprehensive study of the phase transition characteristics of meibum that used Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to follow the order to disorder transition of meibum with temperature. 14 Too high of a temperature should be avoided as heat could cause injury to the eyelid skin, 22 increase vulnerability to the corneal molding, 23, 24 and contribute to presbyopia and cataract. ![]() 11, 16– 18 One study found that heating did not improve their breakup time or lipid layer thickness. 5 Numerous devices have been developed to warm the eyelid 6– 21 and the warming relieves dry eye symptoms, 13, 15– 18, 21 improves meibum score, 11, 15, 16 increases tear breakup time, 11, 15– 17 and tear lipid layer thickness 14 and ameliorates dry eye related morphological changes in the meibomian gland. 4 Elevated eyelid temperature delivers more meibomian oil to the eyelid. 2, 3Ĭonventional therapy of MGD includes lid expression and massage, thermal treatments and medicinal therapy. ![]() Dye eye can lead to visual impairment and reduced quality of life. Upon blockage, inflammation ensues exasperating dry eye symptoms such as foreign body sensation, itching and burning. 1 Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) occurs when the meibomian glands become blocked and are incapable of delivering lipid to the tear film surface. The Eye Doctor Premium® is a Registered Class 1 Medical Device with the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA).Dry eye affects 5 to 30% of people internationally and meibomian gland dysfunction is the leading cause. It is non-toxic, non-flammable and is proven to be more resistant to overheating than natural grain. Our BodyBeads® technology has passed all appropriate independent safety tests for both the microwave and oven. There is strong scientific research which indicates warming the eyelids stimulates the glands, relieving any tension and irritation of the eyes.įilled with BodyBeads® self-hydrating technology, this product can be used in excess of 365 times (or once a day for a year) and can be heated in both the microwave and oven. The Eye Doctor Premium® antibacterial heated eye compress helps relieve symptoms of various eye conditions and complications, such as dry eye and blepharitis, by heating the eyelids externally. This fabric is antimicrobial to leading the three causative microorganisms of eye infections and that associated with Dry Eye development. The patented solution is bound to the fibres of the fabrics to protect the eyes from potentially harmful bacteria. ![]() Our hot and warm eye mask features our patented Sterileyes® technology, which acts as an antibacterial shield on the compress, clinically proven to reduce potentially harmful bacteria by up to 99.99%. Description (Manufacturer's) The Eye Doctor Premium® treatment pack contains The Eye Doctor reusable antibacterial hot eye compress and Eyelid Wipes. Definitely a practical overall design for a wearable compress. The side that goes towards your eyes is nice and silky. the cover is good quality and washable, and the strap is plenty sturdy. Otherwise, its general merits as a compress. These days of course there are quite a few USB warm compresses available, but not everybody wants to sit there plugged into something either. There are so many people who either don't have a microwave, or don't want to use one. Highlight: Oven friendly! I'm sure this compress has other great features but oven-friendliness is really the reason that I decided to stock it. Comes with lid wipes (simple sodium chloride type). ![]()
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