Paraffin therapy
Paraffin therapy is a medical and cosmetic procedure using heated paraffin in the form of applications, bandages, compresses, masks and baths.
Features and medicinal properties of paraffin therapy
Paraffin therapy has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, analgesic, restorative and resorption effects. The paraffin therapy procedure at home is carried out after the appointment by the attending physician or cosmetologist. It is better to carry out it under the supervision of a doctor in a specialized institution.
This method of treatment improves blood circulation, normalizes the metabolic process, accelerates cell regeneration and eliminates adhesions. After the course of procedures, muscle spasms pass, the general condition of the musculoskeletal system improves.
Good reviews paraffin therapy has as a highly effective and painless treatment method that creates the effect of a sauna.
The main advantages of paraffin therapy for hands and feet include:
- opening pores and improving skin condition;
- increased blood flow due to the effects of warm paraffin;
- removal of spasms, muscle and articular pain syndrome;
- high therapeutic effect in relation to arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis and gout.
Paraffin therapy is a pleasant toning procedure for the face, legs and arms, during which paraffin is used with a temperature of 50-55 degrees. Masks, compresses and paraffin baths act on problem areas of the skin, muscles and joints, providing a regenerating effect.
It is possible to carry out paraffin therapy at home, but the highest therapeutic result will be achieved only in beauty salons and physiotherapy rooms, with the help of professional specialists.
Indications for the use of paraffin therapy
Indications for the use of paraffin therapy are diseases of the musculoskeletal system, central nervous system, internal organs, reproductive system and skin.
Paraffin therapy has positive reviews as an effective therapeutic technique aimed at healing wounds, trophic ulcers and burns.
This procedure is recommended for patients with salt deposits, inflammatory processes on the skin and limb injuries.
Paraffin therapy for hands
Before carrying out paraffin therapy for hands, it is necessary to wipe the skin with a disinfectant solution and apply a firming cream to it. Paraffin has a low thermal conductivity, therefore it does not heat up much and does not burn hands. Hands are immersed in the paraffin therapy bath 3-5 times, and then a protective film is applied and woolen mittens are put on.
Within a few minutes, paraffin has a therapeutic effect, removing excess moisture and toxins from the intercellular region, relieving congestion and improving skin condition.
After paraffin therapy, a protective cream is applied to the hands, depending on the type and characteristics of the skin.
Paraffin therapy for feet
Paraffin therapy for the feet allows you to eliminate inflammation, and is also effective in the treatment of fungal infections. With regular cosmetic procedures, edema disappears, microcracks and skin infections on the legs disappear.
This procedure has a relaxing and calming effect, relieves stress, normalizes the nervous system and reduces muscle tension.
Paraffin therapy is an effective prophylactic agent for cellulite and varicose veins. After a course of treatment, the condition of the skin of the legs improves, the feet become soft and moisturized, calluses and corns are removed.
Contraindications
Contraindications to paraffin therapy are individual intolerance and the presence of allergic reactions to paraffin, serious circulatory disorders, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, severe diseases of the cardiovascular system, low blood clotting, as well as the presence of open wounds, hypersensitivity of the skin and serious inflammation on its surface …
Paraffin must not be mixed with other substances, immersed in water and removed from the container in molten form.
The procedure is prescribed by a medical specialist in accordance with the patient's diagnostic indications.
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