Rubbing
Rubbing
Rubbing (/ˈrʌbɪŋ/) is a common action that involves applying pressure or friction to a surface, often with the intent of cleaning, soothing, or stimulating. In a medical context, rubbing can refer to a variety of practices, such as massaging a sore muscle, applying a topical medication, or stimulating blood flow.
Etymology
The term "rubbing" originates from the Old English "rubben," which means to scrape or scrub. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.
Medical Uses
In medicine, rubbing can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, massage therapists often use rubbing techniques to help alleviate muscle tension and promote relaxation. Similarly, physical therapists may use rubbing to stimulate blood flow and aid in the healing process.
Rubbing can also be used to apply topical medications. These medications are often rubbed into the skin to treat conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, or pain.
Related Terms
- Massage: The practice of rubbing and kneading the body using the hands.
- Friction: The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.
- Topical Medication: Medications that are applied to body surfaces such as the skin or mucous membranes.
- Physical Therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rubbing
- Wikipedia's article - Rubbing
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