Warming socks should be used at the first indication of any inflammation or congestion in the ears, eyes, sinus, throat, or lungs.  Use warming socks when you have a fever or start to ‘come down with something.’  It has also been used effectively for headaches, insomnia, fevers and a variety of other conditions.

The warming socks treatment is best if repeated for as many nights as necessary to improve the condition.  Children love the treatment.  You can put the socks on after the child has gone to bed if you wish.

Procedure:

1. If your feet are cool or cold, it is important to warm them first by running them under warm water, or taking a warm bath or shower.  You do not want to get chilled by the treatment.  Make sure you are warm when you start.
2. Next, take a pair of cotton socks and get them wet with cold water.  Be sure to wring the socks out very well.
3. Place the cold, wet socks on your feet.  Cover them with thick wool or thermal socks (no cotton in the outer socks).  Go to bed.  Add extra covers if needed to stay warm in bed.

You will find that the wet cotton socks will be dry in the morning.  Many patients report they sleep much better during the treatment.  If the socks dry out before morning, get them wet again and go back to bed.

Warming Socks