Deep burns caused by far-infrared rays in a chiropractic sales centre.
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We report the case of a patient who sustained a deep burn in the right ankle as a result of using far-infrared rays for the management of chronic pain in that site. The burn was sustained in a chiropractic sales centre. We recommend medical supervision in such centres and strict adherence to safety precautions.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Annals of burns and fire disasters
دوره 20 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007