Other therapies

Acupuncture is one of the oldest medical procedures in the world. Acupuncture is, by its very nature, is a method where tiny, nowadays mostly single use needles are inserted into specific areas of the body in order to support the function of various organ systems, to balance the energy circulating in the body, and through this treat diseases it and improve the general state of health. Acupuncture is effective and safe. The effectiveness of the treatment can be seen and discussed during the physician’s appointment.

Stretching therapy helps to avoid and ease backache and improve the movement of joints and vertebral column and eliminate the dislocation of pelvis. It is advisable to consult with the doctor before the procedure.

The objective of Kinesio Taping is to restore, improve and facilitate the physiological movement of muscles and joints. Kinesio Taping  is a method based on the body’s natural healing process.  For that purpose a specifically developed tape is used which lets  the skin breathe without restricting the body’s range of motion.

Kinesio Taping is suited to almost the entire spectrum of therapeutic techniques in physiotherapy from infants to seniors. Kinesio Taping  shortens significantly the time of healing form injuries.

Physiological effects of Kinesio Tape:

• alleviates pain and inflammations
• supports the movement of muscles and joints
• facilitates lymphatic drainage
• adjusts the correct position of muscles and joints
• relaxes tired and overused muscles
• supports the function of weak/injured muscles 24h
• improves the body’s awareness about the joint’s position.

Salt has a cleansing effect on respiratory tract by stimulating sputum liquefaction and drainage, also anti-infectious and immune-regulating, anti-inflammatory as well as mucosal edema reducing effects. The patient inhales fine salt particles that are deposited on the mucous membranes. When coming into contact with the skin, salt particles cleave the skin, restore normal microflora of the skin and improve blood circulation. The salt chamber treatment is also suitable for children. Since salt can raise your blood pressure, those with high blood pressure should be monitored during the treatment and, if necessary, you should consult a physician.
Procedure. Clean and dry salt aerosol, dispensed with a special generator, is released into the salt chamber air throughout the whole procedure. In addition, the walls of the salt chamber are covered with purified salt layer and the microclimate of the chamber is close to the natural salt cave (temperature from 20 to 24 ° C, humidity 40-60%). To achieve a therapeutic effect, a minimum of five procedures and for a more lasting effect ten procedures (at least 2-3 times a week) are needed.
Main indications: chronic lung and upper respiratory diseases (asthma, bronchiectasis, chronic bronchitis, obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic rhinitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), after acute respiratory illness (runny nose, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia), smokers, allergic rhinitis, psoriasis; due to its beneficial effect on the respiratory mucosa, the salt chamber is suitable for prevention of upper respiratory tract infections.
When to consult with your physician: untreated and poorly controlled blood pressure, chronic kidney failure, heart failure, acute illnesses and chronic illnesses in case of exacerbation, malignant tumors
Contraindications: tuberculosis