pyotherapy

/paɪ.oˈθɛrəpi/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of therapy that uses fire or heat to relieve pain, inflammation, or muscle tension.

“She decided to try pyotherapy for her chronic back pain.”

2. noun

A type of alternative or holistic healing that involves the application of heat or fire to the body.

“The article discussed various forms of alternative medicine, including pyotherapy.”

Synonyms

  • pyrotherapy
  • thermotherapy

Antonyms

  • cryotherapy
  • ice therapy