When subjected to heat >40☌, the corneal tissue becomes more malleable, and therefore more vulnerable to molding when exposed to any external pressure. A further conundrum is that while adequate heat is required to liquefy obstructions, the cornea is not designed to withstand temperatures much above body temperature. Therefore, achieving the desired temperature of 40☌ at the palpebral conjunctiva requires a constant heat of at least 45☌ be maintained on the outer lid surface, a temperature which may be both uncomfortable and risk causing thermal injury to the eyelid skin. This difference is due to both dissipation of heat while passing through the lid tissues and to constant movement of blood through vasculature wicking heat away from the lids. One obstacle is that there is an approximate 5☌ difference in temperature between heat applied on the external eyelid surfaces and that which reaches the inner surface of the lids (palpebral conjunctiva), where the meibomian glands are located. Achieving this temperature within the meibomian glands presents several concerns. Previous in vitro and in vivo studies have demonstrated that although the temperatures required to melt the obstructive secretions are reported to range from 32 to 45☌, the more severely obstructed glands present in MGD require temperatures >40☌ for effective liquefaction. This increase results in the need for higher temperatures within the gland to liquefy obstructive material.
However, this therapy can be challenging for many reasons.Ī primary challenge is that MGD alters the molecular composition of the meibum increasing the melting point relative to the normal body temperature. First-line treatment of MGD usually includes some form of heat therapy, attempting to alleviate terminal duct obstruction by liquefaction of the gland contents. The prevalence of aqueous-deficient disease is far exceeded by that of evaporative dry eye, the primary cause of which is meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), with MGD present in 86% of all dry eye patients of known cause. Give your lids a massage after the heat to further increase effectiveness!Īll prices in CDN$ - No duty or import fees on domestic Canadian orders.Dry eye symptoms are one of the leading reasons why patients seek eye care in the United States. The mask has one side that is more insulated so initially cooler and then when it starts to cool down - flip it over for more heat. The moist compress helps stabilize the tear film, improves oil gland function and slows tear evaporation. To use the mask - simply microwave for 20-25 seconds and apply to lids for 5 minutes. They reusable, washable (I hand wash in the sink) and last a very very long time! The strap is elastic and attached with good quality Velcro. We use this mask in clinic as a cross-over product for dry eye sufferers + eyelid pain issues + those suffering from digital eye strain.īruder masks heat in microwave. 5 to 10 minutes of the Bruder mask followed by lid massage works wonders for dry eye sufferers. A face cloth will only stay warm for approximately 40 seconds and you need a minimum of 5 minutes to have a positive effect on lipid flow/production. The mask is far better than face cloths because it delivers sustained moist heat. Heating your eye lids enables/activates your own body to better produce the oils essential to create a great tear film. The Bruder Moisture Mask is a very effective, holistic approach to dry eye and unclogging eyelid glands. The Bruder Moist Heat mask is the gold standard at our clinic - Highly recommend.
A very relaxing SPA moment that is also great for eye health. A Bruder heat mask offers relief and helps you unclog those lid oil glands! More natural oil on your eyes means more stable vision / less intermittent blur and more comfort.
Bruised, red, tender, swollen eyelids? - A very common complaint.
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