Cold, Flu & Covid
A cold is a common and typically harmless viral infection of the nose, throat, airways and sinuses. With rest it usually clears up on its own within a week or so. The main symptoms you may experience are a sore throat, coughs and sneezes, pressure in your face and ears, loss of taste and smell and a blocked (congested) or runny nose. More severe symptoms can include a fever (high temperature), headache and muscle aches, which tend to be associated with flu.
Stay Hydrated - It is recommended to drink 6-8 glasses of water each day.
Avoid Contact - If you have a high temperature and do not feel well enough to carry out your everyday activities, try to stay at home and avoid contact with others as much as possible.
Stay Active - Where possible and safe to, gentle exercise and activity such as walking or stretching can help to minimise your symptoms and pain, as it releases natural pain relief called endorphins into the body.
Hygiene - To lower the risk of spreading a cold you should wash your hands often with soap and warm water, use tissues to trap germs when you cough or sneeze and bin them as quickly as possible.
Rest - It is recommended for adults to sleep for 7-8 hours each night.
Stay Warm - Keep yourself warm and comfortable whenever possible.
Sharing household items such as towels and cups with others.
Avoid high contact areas where possible to limit spread.
USING FLOW NANO
The Nano’s heat and massage functions are perfect for self-care through the unpleasant symptoms associated with cold and flu, such as general aches and pains, headaches, chills and congestion; while conveniently water resistant for easy sanitising.
HOW DOES IT HELP?
Heat therapy with the Nano can relieve pain you may face during a cold, such as headaches and muscle aches. Applying heat to the temples, forehead or sore muscles with the Nano activates temperature-sensitive nerve endings called thermoreceptors, which then send signals that block the transmission of pain signals to the brain. Increased blood flow at the site of pain facilitates healing and pain relief through the delivery of more oxygen and nutrients and removal of pain-inducing mediators.
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The Nano’s massage function also helps to increase blood flow and reduce tension. Massage across painful areas can reduce tension, release knots and relieve your pain, as well as helping you relax while you recover from a cold or flu.
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COMMON CAUSES OF COLDS & FLU
Colds are spread by germs from coughs and sneezes, which can live on hands and surfaces for 24 hours.
Your symptoms do not improve after 3 weeks
If you are undergoing chemotherapy or other treatments which could contribute to a weakened immune system
Your symptoms get worse all of a sudden
Your temperature is higher than normal (37.4°C)
You develop shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
You have a chronic lung disease & the cold/flu/covid is not improving
If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. All information presented on these web pages is not meant to diagnose or prescribe. In all health matters for further information or medical advice, please speak to your GP or a Pharmacist.