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Home-made topical therapy back applicator.

Mohammed I AlJasser^1,2, Danah K AlRuhaimi^2,3

¹College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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|May 5, 2022

Summary

Applying topical treatments to your back can be difficult. This study introduces a simple, homemade applicator to help you easily apply medication to your back skin.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Medical Devices

Background:

Self-application of topical therapies to the back is often challenging due to limited reach.
Existing methods for back application may be complex or inaccessible for home use.

Discussion:

A simple, homemade applicator offers a practical solution for individuals needing to apply topical treatments to their back.
This device addresses the common difficulty of self-application, improving treatment adherence.

Key Insights:

Development of an easy-to-make applicator for back skin topical therapy.
Enhanced accessibility and ease of use for self-administered treatments.

Outlook:

Potential for wider adoption of simple home-made medical devices.
Further research could explore modifications for different topical formulations or patient needs.