OZokerite TREATMENT
(Greek, ozo smell + keros wax) - one of the types of heat treatment, in which a specially processed natural mineral of petroleum origin - ozokerite - is used as a heat agent.
The effect of ozokerite (see) on the body consists of temperature, mechanical and chemical factors.
Ozokerite is characterized by very low thermal conductivity, high heat capacity and heat-retaining ability. Convection heat transfer in ozokerite is weakly expressed, therefore, when it is applied to the skin, a layer is quickly formed, the temperature of which is close to the skin temperature, and the transfer of heat to the body from the overlying layers occurs very slowly. This makes it possible to use ozokerite at high temperatures (60-70°) without fear of causing a burn.
The mechanical factor of the action of ozokerite is due to its ability, when solidified, to decrease in volume by 10-12%, which is accompanied by slight compression of the underlying tissues (compression effect). This promotes deeper distribution of heat. The compression effect of ozokerite is most pronounced during circular applications, when an area of the body is covered from all sides, for example, on the extremities, while tissue swelling is reduced, because due to the thermal effect, the outflow of tissue fluid and lymph improves.
The chemical effect of ozokerite is due to the presence of biologically active substances in it (having an estrogen-like, acetylcholine-like effect) that can penetrate through intact skin into the body and, entering the humoral channel, cause a parasympathetic-tonic effect. Ozokerite also contains substances with antibiotic properties. It has been established that O. can have anti-inflammatory, absorbable, analgesic, antispastic, desensitizing effects, and stimulate regeneration processes.
Application of medical ozokerite
Modern extraction of ozokerite is based on extracting the substance with gasoline, after which standard ozokerite is created from the raw material using factory methods. Natural paraffin contains minerals, trace elements, and solid hydrocarbons. It melts well at a temperature of 50-60°C, which is used for medical use of ozokerite.
Due to the fact that medical ozokerite is a good coolant and heat transmitter, it can be used without fear of getting burned. To carry out ozokerite therapy, the substance is heated in a water bath to 120°C in a special heater under a hood. Thus, it is sterilized and completely dehydrated, allowing the drug to be applied even to open wounds. The ready-made mass is used in a pre-selected way.
Application of paraffin in medicine
Paraffin applications and wraps are widely used in medicine and cosmetology. Due to its beneficial properties, paraffin is used to treat various types of diseases. For example, the procedure is used for bone fractures for rapid healing of injury, for ruptured ligaments, neuralgic disorders, chronic bronchitis and pneumonia, for adhesions after operations, for the treatment of female gynecological diseases, and for skin diseases of almost any nature.
Practicing cosmetologists and numerous beauty salons use paraffin to maintain youth and turgor of the skin of their clients, as well as to combat cellulite on the thighs, buttocks and abdomen.
The healing properties of ozokerite
The medical properties of ozokerite are due to its main mechanisms of action:
- Mechanical;
- Chemical;
- Thermally conductive.
The mechanical effect is due to the fact that when drying, natural paraffin shrinks slightly, providing a compression effect. The thermal property allows the substance to be used at high temperatures, deeply heating, but without burning. Due to thermal effects it is possible to achieve:
- Vasodilating effects;
- Painkiller;
- Spasmalytic;
- Absorbable.
And, most importantly, the chemical effect. The therapeutic procedure with ozokerite, due to the asphaltenes and resins it contains, has an estrogenic, acetylcholine-like, anti-inflammatory effect.
The drug has a special effect on the skin, restoring and regenerating the epithelium, nerve fibers and even enhancing the restoration of bone tissue. Natural paraffin can be applied to open wounds in compliance with safety regulations.
“Ozokerite treatment in Moscow is the most common procedure among all thermal methods.
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The benefits of paraffin therapy
The main healing properties of paraffin applications include:
- Compression effect. After hardening, paraffin decreases in volume by approximately 10% - this property indicates a tightening effect; tissue lymph flow is enhanced due to compression.
- Metabolism accelerates, which promotes the rapid removal of harmful substances from the body.
- Anti-inflammatory effect. The lingering and spreading heat deep into the layers of the human body contributes to the rapid relief of painful sensations and the healing of the body, both mono and complex. Paraffin therapy is widely used for the treatment of joints, restoration of muscle tone, for fractures, acute respiratory viral infections and acute respiratory infections, and therapy of internal organs.
- Skin renewal (rejuvenation, resorption of scars and scars).
Indications for use of ozokerite
As with any other medical procedure, treatment with ozokerite has its own indications and contraindications. Indications include:
- Various diseases of the musculoskeletal system: arthritis, arthrosis, radiculitis, neuritis, osteochondrosis, myalgia...;
- Consequences of previous injuries, tenosynovitis, bursitis, myositis, osteomyelitis;
- As an acceleration of regenerative processes in fractures;
- In the presence of scar contractures;
- Formation of callus, scars;
- Skin ulcers, poorly healing wounds;
- Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum in remission;
- Diseases of the liver and gall bladder;
- After suffering pleurisy;
- Initial endarteritis;
- Complications of varicose veins: trophic ulcers, thrombophlebitis;
- Inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs;
- Male and female infertility;
- Dermatological diseases.
Contraindications
- Tuberculosis;
- Neoplasms of any localization;
- Heart diseases;
- Acute inflammatory processes;
- Pregnancy;
- Thyrotoxicosis;
- Blood diseases.
Types of paraffin applications
There are several types of procedures, each of which differs in the method of influence and complex properties.
- Cuvette-application;
- Napkin appliqué;
- Layering;
- Paraffin Bath;
- Paraffin-ozokerite;
- Cosmetology;
- Procedures for children.
The cuvette-application method is based on the use of a special container: a cuvette. Melted paraffin is poured onto the bottom of the cuvette, where the oilcloth has already been placed. The cooled but still soft material is removed from the container and placed on the target area of the patient’s body. Cover with a blanket on top.
The napkin-application method involves the use of gauze towels soaked in paraffin. This method is convenient when the area of the body being treated is large.
Layering of the paraffin mass is done using a brush and is used when small areas are treated
Paraffin baths are used to treat the hands or feet. Pre-treated feet or hands are wrapped in film with layered paraffin and lowered into baths filled with heated paraffin.
The procedure is also used in urology and gynecology.
The paraffin-ozokerite method is based on the use of natural material ozokerite. Such applications allow you to relieve inflammation and quickly restore tissue.
For cosmetic purposes, paraffin applications are used for the hands and face. Thanks to their healing properties, paraffin masks and baths smooth the skin, relieve dryness and flaking, eliminate signs of aging, remove waste and toxins, and accelerate blood flow. Paraffin wraps relieve the skin of cellulite, and also bring visible changes in the resorption of scars and scars.
Paraffin therapy for children is widely used in the treatment of acute respiratory infections and acute respiratory viral infections. Thanks to the warmth that lasts for a long time, these unique paraffin boots help to cope with frequent respiratory diseases.
Why should you come to us?
- Ozokerite is a natural paraffin-like substance, so it can be used in cases where artificial paraffin treatment cannot be used;
- Our specialists will conduct an examination of the body, identify indications and contraindications for ozokerite treatment;
- We use various methods of applying ozokerite in order to fully reveal all the healing properties of this drug in each specific case;
- We use ozokerite therapy in combination with other methods of physiotherapy, achieving high and stable results;
- Our specialists make the most effective use of all the properties of natural paraffin, creating their own ozokerite therapy regimens.
How to identify a parasite
First, pay attention to how you feel, what specifically causes concern. If you have problems with the intestines, be it constipation or diarrhea, restless sleep, itchy skin, muscle pain, you should consult a doctor. All difficulties with the body in the presence of parasites are associated with the release of toxins by them, which affect the normal functioning of the human body. And restless sleep and grinding teeth are a sign of anxiety, this is how the body talks about the problem. The main method for identifying parasites remains stool analysis. In this case, a distinction is made between a standard analysis and a detailed one, which is used in the medicine of functional disorders. Their main difference is accuracy. A standard test can only detect the parasite if it is alive and active. Then, if the pest has died due to the end of its life cycle, or is hibernating, the standard method will not work. The result will be negative, and you will be sure that you do not have a harmful microorganism, although this will not be the case. There are no such problems with a detailed analysis, since it uses the polymerase chain reaction method. The method allows you to identify the parasite in any state and does not depend on the laboratory assistant’s ability to see the pest under a microscope. Thanks to this approach, patients who received a negative standard test are surprised to learn about unwanted “cohabitants” after PCR, which subsequently allows them to solve the problem with their health.
Types of drugs
This group of hormones can be divided into groups according to the rate of excretion from the body:
- from 8 to 12 hours, short-acting: hydrocortisone, cortisone;
- from 18 to 36 hours, average duration: prednisolone, methylprednisolone, triamcinolone;
- from 36 to 54 hours, long-acting: dexamethasone, betamethasone.
Hormones also differ in the severity of glucocorticoid and mineralcorticoid properties and in the strength of their effect on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal regulatory system.
Treatment options
The required treatment method is prescribed by the doctor after receiving the test result. The course of prescribed medications depends on what specific parasite is detected in you, because what destroys one pest will not affect another at all. However, there are cases when it is not possible to identify a harmful microorganism, then the doctor prescribes mixtures of different herbs. Most often it is magnesia, tribulus extract, barberry and grapefruit extract, annual wormwood infusion, walnut extract and bearberry extract. All these ingredients are sold in pharmacies. The mixtures work by creating bacteria that are beneficial to the intestines, which actually fight microorganisms that are harmful to us. If you had liver disease, or you abused alcohol, check this point with your doctor; perhaps you should not use herbs, or you will need to reduce the frequency and number of doses. Remember, most parasites can be identified and treated. Get examined in a timely manner, follow all the instructions of your doctor, and your health is guaranteed!
Action in the body
Anti-inflammatory
Hormones of the adrenal cortex have an anti-inflammatory effect, as they influence many parts of this process. They inhibit the synthesis of substances that contribute to the development of the inflammatory reaction and, on the contrary, stimulate the formation of anti-inflammatory elements. Reduce capillary permeability, which reduces the formation of edema. Reduces the formation of scar tissue in the area of inflammation. Reduce the severity of immediate allergic reactions.
The effect of GCS is so broad that it can be used for any type of inflammation. For example, for allergies, injuries, infections. Yes, this will not remove the cause of the problem, but it can curb the symptoms, which are sometimes destructive to the body.
Immune suppression
It is impossible to clearly define the line when the anti-inflammatory effect turns into immune suppression. Interference with immune mechanisms leads to dysregulated immunity. Some processes are inhibited, others are completely blocked. It proves useful in autoimmune diseases, organ and tissue transplantation.
Metabolism
Glucocorticosteroids can accelerate and slow down the formation of enzymes that play a role in metabolism.
Carbohydrate metabolism. Promotes the deposition of glycogen in the liver. Tissues become less sensitive to glucose, causing blood sugar levels to rise. The action of insulin is inhibited.
Protein metabolism. They increase protein breakdown and reduce its production. It predominates in the skin, bones, and muscles. This can manifest itself as weight loss, muscle weakness, thinning of the skin, stretch marks, and hemorrhages. A decrease in protein synthesis becomes one of the reasons for the slowdown in regenerative processes. Children's growth slows down.
Lipid metabolism . There is a redistribution of fat deposits. The amount of fat on the arms and legs decreases, but on the body (back, shoulders) and face, on the contrary, it accumulates. The blood lipid profile may be disrupted and hypercholesterolemia may occur.
Water-salt exchange. In the kidneys, the retention of sodium ions causes a gradual increase in circulating blood volume and an increase in blood pressure. Potassium deficiency occurs.
In the kidneys, the retention of sodium ions causes a gradual increase in circulating blood volume and an increase in blood pressure.
Calcium. GCS reduce the absorption of calcium from the gastrointestinal tract and increase its excretion by the kidneys, which can cause hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria. With long-term administration of GCS, disturbances in calcium metabolism, together with the breakdown of the protein component in bone tissue, lead to the development of osteoporosis.
Blood
The use of GCS reduces the number of eosinophils, monocytes and lymphocytes in the blood. The content of red blood cells, reticulocytes, neutrophils and platelets increases. Even a single injection works this way, with the effect achieved after 4-6 hours. Restoration of the original state occurs after 24 hours. With prolonged use, changes in the blood can remain for up to 1-4 weeks.
Suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system
Since taking GCS inhibits the production of its own hormones, insufficiency of adrenal cortex function may develop. And it will manifest itself when the drug is abruptly discontinued. The risk arises after 2 weeks of use.
Anti-stress effect
When talking about stress, we mean damage to the body (trauma, infection) that can upset its balance. GCS increase the body's resistance to stress. Under severe stress, cortisol levels can increase more than 10-fold. This is necessary so that the excessive inflammatory reaction does not lead to fatal consequences and is under control. The cytokines themselves, which are produced during inflammation, stimulate the production of hormones by the adrenal glands, which limit the degree of inflammation. So many interconnected regulatory pathways help the body maintain balance and survive in difficult conditions.
Effect on other hormones
Glucocorticosteroids can affect the body by enhancing the effects of other hormones. Thus, the effect of small doses of GCS promotes the breakdown of fat and has a tonic effect on the cardiovascular system. As a result, vascular tone is normalized, myocardial contractility increases and capillary permeability decreases. On the contrary, a lack of natural corticosteroids is characterized by low cardiac output, dilation of arterioles and a weak response to adrenaline.
