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General information
Barotherapy is a method of therapeutic intervention based on the effect of high or low air pressure on the body. This technique became popular after its beneficial effect on the physical fitness of athletes who needed fast, high-quality and harmless recovery after extreme loads was proven.
The essence of the method comes down to stimulating the body by exposure to high or low pressure. Moreover, the body reacts differently in both cases. When air pressure increases, increased oxygen saturation of all body fluids begins, which leads to the following consequences:
- metabolic processes in body cells are normalized;
- energy balance improves;
- cell functionality improves.
Both the body's resistance to external influences and endurance increases. In addition, at high pressure, gases dissolved in the blood are gradually forced out of the person, which leads to the removal of toxic substances from the body.
Low blood pressure has a beneficial effect on the functioning of many organs. The circulation of fluids noticeably improves, metabolism accelerates.
Procedure
Preparation
As such, no preparatory measures are required. You just need to consult with your doctor about the advisability of using this technique.
Barotherapy
If the session is not carried out zonally, but for the whole body, the person is placed in a special pressure chamber, where the air pressure changes accordingly. Sometimes barotherapy is used as part of a complex effect, since the humidity and air temperature in the chamber change, sometimes even ultraviolet radiation is installed. The physiotherapist constantly monitors the patient's condition during the implementation of the procedure. The procedure can take the form of a local effect. In this case, it is implemented in several ways, the simplest of which is the installation of medical cups. The course consists of 10-20 sessions.
Rehabilitation period
After the procedure, the patient should rest for about two hours.
Indications
The technique is indicated for:
- pathologies of the musculoskeletal system;
- caisson disease;
- bronchial asthma;
- neuralgia;
- myalgia.
Contraindications
Main contraindications:
- epilepsy;
- increased excitability, including due to intoxication;
- hemophilia;
- tendency to bleeding;
- tuberculosis;
- coughing fits.
Therapy is not recommended for small children and the elderly.
Complications
As a rule, there are no consequences.
Who conducts it and where?
The service is provided by a physiotherapist in specialized clinics. You can find out more detailed information on the medical portal
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