Another application of physiotherapy is in the healing and treatment of burns. Radiation is caused to the skin. The intensity of the heat, the burning of the tissues and the length of time the skin is exposed to them, this damage can be mild or even life-threatening. Refer to Mehraz Clinic in Shiraz.** burn degree There are different degrees of burns.... The degree of burns is determined based on the severity of the skin damage and the depth of the burn.... ### 1st degree burns 1st degree burn is mild and the outermost layer of the skin or epidermis is damaged... In this type of burn, the upper layer of the skin becomes red and painful, but no blisters can be seen in the damaged area... ### 2nd degree burn In 2nd degree burns, the second layer of the skin or dermis is damaged. In this type of burn, pain, redness, swelling and blisters are observed... ### 3rd degree burns In a 3rd degree burn, all three layers of the skin i.e. epidermis, dermis and hypodermis are damaged. The burn also destroys sweat glands and hair follicles. There is also a possibility that muscles, fats, nerves and bones are also damaged. The burned skin becomes black, white or red. The burned area is less than 10% of the person's body. hit - **severe burn:** In this burn, the burned area is estimated to be more than 10% of the person's body.... Read more: types of burn severity + control and non-emergency treatments in Shiraz Causes of burns Burns occur for various reasons, some of which are mentioned below: - Pouring a container of boiling water on the skin while cooking - Playing with lighters, matches and fireworks or sunburn - Accidental burns... - Chemical burns caused by contact with flammable gases or liquids... - Burns caused by inhalation of hot gases, steam, etc., which lead to swelling of the airways and inability to breathe... - Burns caused by chemical substances such as acid cleaners... - Radio radiation Burn symptoms Symptoms depend on the degree, depth and severity of the injury.. Burn symptoms include: - pain - Swelling - Blister - Peeled - White or black skin Burn degree diagnosis The degree of burn is determined by considering the severity of the injury... Burn examination is done to determine its degree or severity... The percentage and depth of the body is estimated using the ninth rule... - 9% each arm - Each foot 18 percent - posterior trunk (back of the body) 18% - Anterior trunk (front of the body) 18% - Head and neck 9 percent - Genital area 1 percent ### What medicines are prescribed for burns Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, silver sulfadiazine, silvadin and... ### What are the treatment decisions for?... - pain relief - Reduction of inflation - Prevent infection - Speeding up the healing process ### Treatment measures for 1st degree burns A cold compress will help reduce swelling and relieve pain... Clean the affected area to prevent infection, but you don't need a bandage... Use a hydrating moisturizer to help the skin heal... ### Treatments for 2nd degree burns Burned skin should be washed gently with a solution of water and salt... If you see a blister, see a doctor... ### Treatment measures for 3rd degree burns 3rd degree burns require specialized medical care due to high sensitivity... Medical care is very vital and necessary to prevent infection, dehydration, removal of dead skin tissues and skin repair... You should not remove the clothes stuck to the burn area and the use of cold water is also prohibited... You should only put a bandage on the burned area... pay... How does physiotherapy help in treating burns? Physiotherapy is an effective treatment method after the recovery of burn patients.. What services does burn physiotherapy provide: - Advice on proper placement on the bed or chair - Performing active or passive exercises to improve the condition of the injured joints - Stretching to improve joint stiffness - Using a splint for folded skin - Massage therapy to reduce skin sensitivity - Transfer activities - Apply initial pressure - Use of auxiliary equipment - Prevent muscle contraction - Prevent muscle weakness - Using appropriate clothing to control burns - Use of prosthetic devices or orthosis if needed Physiotherapy methods of burn treatment ### Splint Splint prevents the skin from shrinking after burn repair... The splint can prevent the movement of different parts of the body during the movement of other body parts.... The use of the splint can be useful in rehabilitation exercises in the treatment of superficial and severe burns.... The splint is mostly used for the hands... - Contraction of the palm - Fanning the palm - Correction of five finger contractions - Tightening of the space between the tissue of the thumb and index finger - Extensor tear - Neck flexion contraction - Hip flexion - Dorsiflexion contraction ### Electrical stimulation Electrical stimulation is used to reduce pain and itching caused by burns.... ### Ultrasound treatment This method to relieve joint pain and increase the range of motion.... ### Intermittent compression devices Intermittent compression devices help to reduce swelling in the limbs... In this method, hypertrophic scars are prevented by using strong bandages that press on the burn site. Hypertrophic scars limit the person's range of motion. In massage therapy, the burn site is gently massaged using lotion or moisturizer. Massage therapy can reduce pain and increase the flexibility of the damaged area. treatment Skin treatment oil helps to maintain moisture and elasticity of the skin... By applying this method, the physiotherapist not only helps the patient feel less itchy, but also prevents the skin from cracking... ### Range of movements and stretching exercises Active and passive exercises are necessary to increase the range of motion.... Slow and continuous stretching exercises help to contract the skin.... It is also possible to do this using stretching, splints and weights.... ### Strengthening exercises Isometric and isotonic exercises help to reduce contractions after a long period of immobility.... Fitness exercises along with isokinetic strengthening exercises are also recommended by the physiotherapist.... ### Psychological support The injured person also needed psychological and emotional support.... Burn injury leads to depression and this issue can cause disruption in a person's functional independence.... By performing and teaching nerve strengthening exercises, the physiotherapist helps the patient sleep peacefully and reduce anxiety and stress....