diathermic
/ˌdaɪəˈθɜrmɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or involving the generation of heat in body tissues by electric currents, used in medical treatment.
- The doctor used a diathermic device to treat the patient's muscle pain.
- The clinic specializes in diathermic treatments for chronic back pain.
- Diathermic therapy can help reduce inflammation in injured joints.
- Allowing the passage of heat rays; diathermanous.
- The diathermic properties of the window help keep the room warm in winter.
- This diathermic material is used in space suits to regulate temperature.
- Engineers are developing diathermic coatings for energy-efficient buildings.