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[Lweaver]

Can anyone tell me how to properly do eye massages? I’m wondering if I’ve been doing them correctly. Also, do any of you use the Bruder eye mask? Does it work? If not, what mask do you use? I’m using Therapearl but thinking of changing things up for possible relief....

[Hokucat]

Agree with Dano to make sure it’s not too hot, and don’t massage too rigorously after warm compress as you can warp your corneas.

https://www.reviewofoptometry.com/ar...rong-way-43097

When I used to do warm compresses, I liked Thermalon. It kept the warmth a decent amount of time, and was easy to mold the mask around the eye lids. Also reasonably priced ~$11USD.

https://www.amazon.com/Thermalon-243.../dp/B004385RPS

[Lweaver]

Thank you guys!

[Guest]

step one: unclog glands with pulsation (ex: lipiflow) , some docs say the heat mask will not work if they are clogged, this happened in my experience
-i have been using the bruder mask, it works ok, make sure not to get it too hot, get a laser thermomemter to check the temp, this is very important, i was using mine way too hot at 60 C when it should be done at 43-45 C
-i have seen some docs say that this is more effective for moderate or severe MGD:
https://www.amazon.com/Tranquileyes-...QFY0HD95A&th=1

-i just orderd this and will be trying it

I just bought one, see if it's better than the bruder. I'll have to relearn this one but would love to not have to reheat the compress 3 times. Thank you!

[hopeful_hiker]

I use Bruder mask. If you have to reheat it all the time then that means you probably need to wash it according to the instructions on the mask.

I would not say it works all the time but sometimes I do see some oils.

[mbperso]

Bruder mask doesn't have constant heat, too hot at the beginning and cold after 5 mn
I prefer to use Meibopatch with wet cotton => constant heat for 10mn + wet heat