{"product_id":"blephasteam-eye-goggles","title":"Blephasteam Eye Goggles","description":"\u003ch2 data-title=\"FAQs\"\u003eThe NEW \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® by THEA Pharmaceuticals Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEYELID WARMING DEVICE, MOIST HEAT TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM®\u003c\/span\u003eand its intended use?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNEW\u003c\/strong\u003e premium standard \u003cstrong\u003eBLEPHASTEAM\u003c\/strong\u003e® is a patented medical device based on the results of scientific research by Dr JR FULLER. This innovative device relieves symptoms of Meibomian Glands Dysfunction and associated diseases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt reproduces an environment that naturally enhances tear film quality and stability by reinforcing the thickness of the tear film lipid layer. This layer prevents tear film evaporation; it is produced by Meibomian glands which are found in the eyelids.  These glands can easily be blocked, causing conditions such as dry eye syndrome, chalazion, blepharitis or ocular rosacea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® spreads latent heat therapy which allows the melting of secretions and unblocks the Meibomian glands, improving tear film stability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile using BLEPHASTEAM®, Meibomian glands are unblocked, tear quality is improved enhancing ocular surface health and comfort, leading to clear vision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® has been tested and validated to ensure safe use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat makes the NEW BLEPHASTEAM® a premium device\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts Hands Free \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use by adults \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003echildren \u003c\/strong\u003e(from 3 years old) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess consumables (no more paper rings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent Moist Temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore comfortable to use than the discontinued \"swimming goggle\" styling\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-end build quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows a wider field of vision during use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/4254\/4535\/files\/Screenshot2022-11-03123902_480x480.jpg\" style=\"font-size: 1.4em; float: none;\" alt=\"Blephasteam Eye Goggles\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWho can use \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM®\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntended users are adults, children from 3 years old (parents or carers should be present during the treatment), pregnant or breastfeeding women based on the current knowledge.  \u003cem\u003eAs standard we sell the Adult size water carrier \/ face seal, to add the child's size please select this option above. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM®\u003c\/span\u003eand its intended use?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® is designed for relieving the symptoms caused by abnormal functioning of Meibomian glands and associated diseases such as \u003cstrong\u003edry eye syndrome\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003echalazion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblepharitis\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eocular\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003erosacea\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEyelid hygiene with warming followed by moderate to firm massage is recommended according to the report from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iovs.arvojournals.org\/article.aspx?articleid=2126267\"\u003eInternational Workshop on MGD\u003c\/a\u003e in case of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe heat and moisture provided by the device melt the secretions that block these lands, making it easier to remove the secretions using massage and pressure of the eyelids.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLEPHASTEAM\u003c\/strong\u003e® improves tear film stability by reinforcing the lipid layer thickness and helps to decrease symptoms such as grittiness\/dryness, foreign body sensation or ocular discomfort. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe product is designed for indoor use only. This includes homecare use and\/or use in healthcare practices (e.g. ophthalmologists, optometrists).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor any questions about this device or for medical advice, please contact your eye specialist or Laboratoires THEA via your Eye Lounge representative.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDo you have symptoms that suggests BLEPHASTEAM® treatment is can help you?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been reported that meibum melts at temperatures between 32°C (in normal subjects) and 45°C.  Secretions from more severely obstructed glands have been found to have considerably higher melting points than the secretions from apparently normal, unobstructed glands, and thus to require higher temperatures maintained for longer periods of time for effective therapy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA constant warming of the meibomian glands to \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e≥\u003c\/span\u003e38°C is vital in MGD (Meibomian gland dysfunction) patients to liquefy the meibum oil before eyelid massage, whilst higher temperatures, preferably \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e≥\u003c\/span\u003e40°C, are recommended for more severely obstructed glands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause the meibomian glands are located on the inner eyelid, it is important to ensure that the inner eyelid achieves a therapeutic temperature and maintains that temperature long enough to melt the meibum.  BLEPHASTEAM® provides safely a controlled moist heat (thus also generating high levels of humidity that prevents or reduces evaporation from the aqueous layer of the tear film), delivering a temperature of 42.5°C at the ocular surface. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe heat released by BLEPHASTEAM® melts the meibum that blocks these glands and thus facilitates its clearance though the application of pressure on the eyelids or massage. As shown in a number of clinical studies assessing this device (in patients with MGD and\/or dry eye related to MGD), this results in improving gland function, tear film thickness and stability and, ultimately, ocular comfort (i.e., relief of ocular symptoms experienced by patients suffering from MGD).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat do you get?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain unit: BLEPHASTEAM® \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® base station \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Water carrier  \/ face seal - T2422FSA (TPE (Soft plastic) \/ Polycarbonate (Hard plastic))*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eChildren Water Carrier Version available as variant - T2422FSC\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater tray \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC adapter \/ Power supply \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries (pack of \u003cstrong\u003e2 x batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e Li-FePO4) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/4254\/4535\/files\/Blephasteam_Instruction_Booklet_Sep_2021.pdf?v=1667832730\" title=\"Blephasteam Instruction Booklet\"\u003eCLICK\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdriver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective housing\/ Soft case \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning cloth \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTPE materials made from non-toxic recyclable plastics are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehighly eco-friendly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. TPE consumes less energy during production than other materials and can often be recycled by molding or extruding. TPE is naturally latex-free and is safe for patients who are sensitive or allergic to latex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConsumables \/ lifetime of BLEPHASTEAM® components\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater carrier (estimated limited lifetime: 3 months)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries (Batteries Life Time 1 year life When used 2 times a day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWeight and size of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® main element\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.193 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e167 x 87 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace seal or water carrier \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.025 kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 x 69 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Tray \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.033 kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e189 x 29 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase station \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.291 kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e147 x 54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal weight and size of the BLEPHASTEAM®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.542 kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e189 x 102 x 141 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Box Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.429 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e140 x 230 x 240 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to use \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM®\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that you use BLEPHASTEAM® twice a day, unless your eye specialist tells you otherwise. Allow at least four hours between each treatment session.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is important that the instructions for use and any recommendations given by your eye specialist are followed.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYour BLEPHASTEAM® device is designed to be used by one person only for homecare use and must be cleaned after each use.\u003cbr\u003eClick here for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/4254\/4535\/files\/Blephasteam_Instruction_Booklet_Sep_2021.pdf?v=1667832730\" title=\"BLEPHASTEAM Instruction Booklet\"\u003eINSTRUCTION BOOKLET\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHarry's Case Study (extract Daily Mail 2020)  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBLEPHASTEAM® ORIGINAL VERSION\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Blephasteam Eye Goggles Steamer\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/4254\/4535\/files\/Blepthasteam.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"440\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarry was diagnosed with Dry Eye and was prescribed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eyelounge.co.uk\/collections\/eye-drops\" title=\"Eye Drops\"\u003eEye Drops\u003c\/a\u003e, to substitute the tears his glands were not producing. They helped, but he still experiences the stinging, gritty, burning and itchy feeling of dry eye. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe began to blink more, but people assumed he was nodding off to sleep. It eventually becomes unbearable so he was referred to a specialist who diagnosed blepharitis, an inflammation of the eyelids, a condition 2\/3rd of people with dry eye suffer from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt a lunch event, someone recommended electric googles to deliver steam to the eyes, which melts wax oil in the eye and helps natural secretions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarry stumbled upon Blephasteam Goggles by happy coincidence. Invented by British eye specialist John Fuller, when he had a steam bath in New Zealand and noted how much clearer his vision was afterwards. Tears are formed of three layers, one is oily and the heat melts that layer and creates better lubrication.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarry began using the steam googles, which look like swimming goggles and was still able to read and watch tv, during the quick twice-daily 10-minute treatments. The natural treatment, unlike eye drops which contain chemicals, really helped and within a few weeks, he was delighted by the improvement in his sight. He can now open his eyes easily in the morning and spends his day in much better comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd a study by Caledonian University in Glasgow found an improvement in symptoms in 100 per cent of patients using the goggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBlephasteam Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Some of my patients who suffer from dry eyes swear by these goggles and use them every day\" says Mr Shah.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"A randomised controlled trial carried out by German researchers in 2012 showed this type of device appeared to provide more effective warming than simply warm and moist compresses\" \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGerman Researchers 2012\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"These goggles are expensive, but if you do have an ongoing dry eye problem, they may be worth investing in.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9018501000 HS CODE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thea","offers":[{"title":"Adult","offer_id":42692272259223,"sku":"B-Steam T2422FSA","price":349.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Children - Smaller, Additional Face Seal \/ Water Carrier","offer_id":42692272291991,"sku":"B-Steam-T2422FSC","price":359.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/4254\/4535\/products\/BleathasteamEyeGogglesM21.jpg?v=1734435850","url":"https:\/\/eye-lounge-uk.myshopify.com\/products\/blephasteam-eye-goggles","provider":"Eye Lounge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}