CirculatoryDiseases
Advanced circulatory diseases, especially uncompensated valvular disease or myocarditis, are said to respond poorly to or to be affected unfavorably by sun-baths. However, if very short exposures are given at first and the “creeping” sun-cure employed with caution, also if the tonic applications follow¬ing be very moderate, benefit may result. A cold-towel or wet-sheet rub lasting for from ten to twenty seconds, with water at 60 degrees, or above, will not be detrimental.