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Therapeutics > Balneology > Mud Therapy

Preferred term

Mud Therapy  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Peloid Therapy
  • Pelotherapy
  • Therapy, Mud
  • Therapy, Peloid

Note

  • includes earth & clay

Scope note

  • The therapeutic use of mud in packs or baths taking advantage of the absorptive qualities of the mud. It has been used for rheumatism and skin problems.

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D009094

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