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Lice Clinic Hot Air Treatment: A Nonchemical Solution for Head Lice

Head lice infestations affect millions of children and their families globally every year, leading to missed school days and significant discomfort. Traditional lice treatments often involve chemical pediculicides, which lice have increasingly developed resistance to. This article discusses the efficacy of hot air treatments at lice clinics as a viable, nonchemical alternative.

Background on Lice Infestations

The Challenge of Resistance

An estimated 6 to 12 million cases of head lice infestation occur in the United States annually, with the problem exacerbated by the lice’s growing resistance to chemical treatments.

Study on Lice Clinic Hot Air Treatment

Methods of Delivery

The study involved various methods of applying hot air to the scalp, utilizing devices like the LouseBuster, which demonstrated a significant effect on both lice and their eggs. Most treatments targeted the hair section by section and took about 30 minutes to complete.

Effectiveness of Different Methods

Among the methods tested, the hot air devi e with a handpiece attachment showed the highest rates of lice eradication and egg non-hatching. Other methods like handheld dryers and bonnet-style treatments were less effective.

Hot Air Treatment

The study concluded that hot air treatments are an effective nonchemical pediculicide. Hot air methods resulted in high egg mortality and were substantially effective in killing hatched lice, offering a promising alternative to traditional chemical treatments.

As head lice continue to develop resistance to chemical treatments, hot air treatments offer a safe and effective alternative without the risk of chemical exposure. Such treatments could represent the future of lice management, particularly in settings like schools and clinics.

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References

NPR.org: The Key to Keeping Lice at Bay

AAFP: Hot Air Treatment

JPEDS: Study

Chicago Tribune: Hot Air

Kelly Wakefield
Gigi did a great job we didn’t have lice 😁 so worth it for peace of mind. My kid with a sensitive head actually enjoyed the combing thats how gentle she was.
Kelly Wakefield
Gigi did a great job we didn’t have lice 😁 so worth it for peace of mind. My kid with a sensitive head actually enjoyed the combing thats how gentle she was.
Alicia Paulson
Gigi was amazing with my daughter's long, thick hair. She'd had an awful experience (at another place) having lice as a kindergartener so, now twelve, she was quite nervous to come. But Gigi was so kind and gentle that she put everyone at ease, and we very much appreciated her thoroughness, humor, and professionalism. Highly recommend.
Alicia Paulson
Gigi was amazing with my daughter's long, thick hair. She'd had an awful experience (at another place) having lice as a kindergartener so, now twelve, she was quite nervous to come. But Gigi was so kind and gentle that she put everyone at ease, and we very much appreciated her thoroughness, humor, and professionalism. Highly recommend.
Jenny Thomas
Margaret was amazing. Thorough, informative and very nice to talk to. She made my children feel totally at ease. The whole experience was fast and made us feel very well cared for.
Jenny Thomas
Margaret was amazing. Thorough, informative and very nice to talk to. She made my children feel totally at ease. The whole experience was fast and made us feel very well cared for.
Kaley Hurst
Great experience. Very friendly and super knowledgeable. Made us feel at ease and the process was quick!
Kaley Hurst
Great experience. Very friendly and super knowledgeable. Made us feel at ease and the process was quick!
Lesley Muenzen
This was a great experience (minus the lice). Gigi was knowledgeable, kind and went the extra mile to help us. Would definitely return.
Lesley Muenzen
This was a great experience (minus the lice). Gigi was knowledgeable, kind and went the extra mile to help us. Would definitely return.
Katie Fuller
Hillary was a literal godsend. So professional but also warm and friendly. We caught lice on our child very early. Went the next day (after treating at home— because of course we discovered around 8 pm) to make sure we didn’t need to treat again, and also for the peace-of-mind to have a professional check all of us. Hillary was so kind and fun to chat with! Also, I should note when I called the night I discovered lice on my child, Lice Charmers answered the phone and set us up with a next day appointment! This place is literally such a lifesaver. Thank you for what you all do!!!
Katie Fuller
Hillary was a literal godsend. So professional but also warm and friendly. We caught lice on our child very early. Went the next day (after treating at home— because of course we discovered around 8 pm) to make sure we didn’t need to treat again, and also for the peace-of-mind to have a professional check all of us. Hillary was so kind and fun to chat with! Also, I should note when I called the night I discovered lice on my child, Lice Charmers answered the phone and set us up with a next day appointment! This place is literally such a lifesaver. Thank you for what you all do!!!
Jamie Snook
Very knowledgeable and walked us through the process.
Jamie Snook
Very knowledgeable and walked us through the process.
Julia Thompson
Margaret was super awesome, kind, knowledgeable, gentle and thorough. Thank you for making that so painless!

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