Dry Eye Yellow Pages :: Warm compresses

Warm compresses and heat packs

Microwaveable

Eye Spa Pad Referred to as part of the Home Eye Spa described by Dr. Latkany in his book "The Dry Eye Remedy. Microwaveable hydrogel pad in a washable cotton cover with a velcro strap.

Rebecca's Rice Baggy A Dry Eye Shop exclusive. Microwaveable rice baggy made with dye-free organic cotton; comes with a machine washable thick jersey knit slipcover.

Homemade rice baggy: Click on link for instructions.

Self-activating

EyeFeel. Disposable single-use "sachet" warmers. Available through Scheffer Tseng's Ocular Surface Center in Miami.

Other warmers

Thermoeyes (instant) Thermoeyes are heat packs for use with the Tranquileyes hydrating goggle. They are not made for direct application to the eyelids.

Thermoeyes (microwaveable). This version is available only through manufacturer Eye Eco, Inc.

NEED MORE INFORMATION? SOME SUGGESTIONS...

DISCUSSION FORUMS: Read threads or discuss heat treatment and lid care with others at our Dry Eye Talk community forums.

BASIC INFORMATION: Read a basic summary of the purpose of warm compresses for dry eye patients as well as examples and instructions for a home-made rice baggy.

BOOK: Try Dr. Latkany's "The Dry Eye Remedy" for good background information as well as detailed directions for good eyelid care including heat treatment.