The British Physiotherapy Society recommends laser therapy as an analgesic physical agent recommended in the physiotherapy of rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. For the Society of Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine, on the other hand, laser therapy is an excellent complementary method for the treatment of early post-traumatic conditions. What are biostimulation lasers ? Biostimulation lasers began to be used in the early 1960s, although the most dynamic development of this...
Sedentary lifestyles, working in front of a computer, jobs requiring prolonged bending of the head, lack of exercise - all of these can cause pain in the cervical spine and contribute to the development of cervical discopathy. Neck discomfort should not be underestimated, and any long-lasting neck pain should be checked out, as there is no joke with back pain. Neck pain - where does it come from?
Postural defects are generally referred to as abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system. Although we associate them with problems affecting the spine, they are related to the whole body, including flat feet. What is flat feet? Flat feet are a deformity. which is the pathological lowering or abolition of the physiological foot arch. There are two types of flat feet: A correctly formed foot does not make contact with the ground with the entire...
Acupressure is a method of treatment originating in China, probably as old as 7,000 years. It involves the application of pressure applied primarily with the fingers, which leads to a healing effect. According to the principles of acupressure, applying pressure to specific points can alleviate the effects of stress, treat pain, strengthen the body's resistance, reduce muscle and nerve tension or increase libido. Acupressure...
A relaxation massage not only affects our health, but also improves our wellbeing. It can even be taken on a daily basis. Its purpose is to calm and de-stress the patient. What is a relaxing massage? A relaxing massage is a variation of the classic massage. Its main tasks are: Types of relaxation massage One of the basic types of relaxation massage is the classic massage which involves stroking,...
Our daily shopping is becoming heavier and heavier. We are buying more and more products. If we use environmentally friendly packaging, replacing plastic with reusable glass makes the weight of the groceries we buy significantly heavier. However, not everyone is aware that carrying heavy bags is not good for your health. This is because it can lead to sore wrists, arms, shoulders and spine, and ultimately affect ...
Magnet therapy is an extremely popular method used in physiotherapy to support the treatment of many conditions. It relieves pain and accelerates the healing process. This therapy is used in orthopaedics, rheumatology and internal medicine. The effect of the magnetic field causes penetration through the body, influencing a change in the biological functions of tissues, which leads to the mobilisation of regenerative and immune processes in the body. What...
Hundreds of volumes have already been written on the subject of acupuncture and an enormous amount of scientific research has been carried out in connection with it by medical specialists from all over the world. This therapy treats various diseases by pricking the patient's body with special needles. It makes use of the human organism's ability to self-regulate and regenerate the vital forces of the body. It works without the use of any medication,...
One of the rehabilitation treatments with high effectiveness is ultrasound therapy, or sonotherapy. When carried out correctly, post-operative physiotherapy is a way of reducing the length of stay in hospital, lowering the risk of complications and returning to daily life at full capacity more quickly. What is ultrasound? Ultrasound is a sound wave that has such a high frequency that humans are unable to...
A visit to a physiotherapist for a tension headache is quite a good idea. With a therapy based mainly on massage in the suboccipital area, it is possible to relax tense muscles, increase local blood circulation and reduce stress, thus eliminating persistent headaches. What are the different types of headaches? Headaches affect everyone. More than 90 per cent of people get a headache at least once in...