A randomised controlled trial comparing a thermal massager with artificial teardrops for the treatment of dry eye

To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a thermal massager for the treatment of dry eye syndrome.Ninety-five patients with dry eye syndrome were randomly assigned to receive either the thermal massager or artificial tears treatment. Thermal massage consisted of vibration, massage and thermotherapy and was carried out twice daily. Patients in the artificial tears group received 0.1% sodium hyaluronate solution five times daily. The Ocular Surface...