Ozokerite treatment. Prices, reviews, ratings
General information
Ozokerite therapy is a type of heat therapy and is widely used in physiotherapy to treat various pathologies. Ozokerite has high heat capacity and low thermal conductivity.
Mountain wax contains biologically active substances that can penetrate the patient's body through intact skin.
Procedure
Preparation
A consultation with a physiotherapist is required, who will conduct a full examination of the patient.
Ozokerite treatment
Ozokerite is heated to a certain temperature. It is applied layer by layer with a special brush to a certain area of the body, which is pre-lubricated with ointment. Local ozokerite baths for feet and hands, applications and compresses are also used. After the session, the cooled ozokerite is removed, the patient takes a shower and dresses in warm clothes.
Rehabilitation period
Rest is indicated after therapy.
Indications
The therapy is used for diseases of:
- female reproductive system;
- peripheral and central nervous systems;
- genitourinary system;
- respiratory organs;
- musculoskeletal system;
- skin without violating its integrity;
Ozokerite treatment is also recommended for local inflammatory processes in external tissues, musculoskeletal injuries systems.
Contraindications
The technique is not recommended in the following cases:
- acute infectious diseases;
- acute inflammatory processes of any localization;
- benign or malignant tumors;
- persistent increase in blood pressure;
- coronary insufficiency;
- pregnancy;
- chronic pathologies during exacerbation.
Complications
As a rule, no consequences are observed.
Prices and clinics
The service is provided by a qualified physiotherapist in specialized clinics. You can find out more detailed information on the medical portal.
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