Massage for dysplasia of the hip joints is effective way therapy in case of compliance with one important condition, namely the timely detection of the disease. Dysplasia of the hip joints is insidious for its invisibility at the beginning and severe consequences (up to disability) if it was not eliminated in time. It occurs in newborns and is associated with underdevelopment or abnormal development of the structural elements of the joints.
On the development of dysplasia hip joint a hereditary factor, hormonal disorders in the mother's body or gynecological diseases that she has suffered, difficulties in intrauterine movement of the fetus can affect.
Signs of hip dysplasia
Doctors do not have a common opinion about what to call the true pathology of development: an unstable, slipping joint, its structural change with the risk of dislocation, or a complete displacement of the femoral head.
However, the opinion of doctors about the main signs of this disease in children is the same: 
- Up to 3 months, dysplasia can be easily detected by spreading the baby's legs in different directions. A dry click of the joints will signal dislocation.
- Uneven distribution of pedicle folds in newborns. This is not always an indicator. It is possible that the child's body fat is simply unevenly distributed. However, it is better to play it safe and examine the child more closely.
- Different lengths of legs in babies. This can be found out as follows: bend the knees of the lying baby, moving the heels to the buttocks. With proper development, the knees should be at the same level. If one knee is higher than the other, then the legs are of different lengths.
- Bend the legs at the knees and spread them as far as possible in different directions. In a healthy baby, the breeding angle is straight, with dysplasia it is much smaller, unless we are talking about muscle hypertonia.
If the child is not yet six months old, then ultrasound can show the pathology. After 6 months, if dysplasia is suspected, an x-ray should be taken.
The main thing is to start treating the pathology as early as possible, until the newborn's joint is formed. The earlier treatment is started, the higher the chances of success and further recovery.
It is necessary not only to consult a specialist in time, but also to immediately start treatment. Sometimes the account can go on for days. In the case of dysplasia, any delay can lead not to the massage table, but to the operating table.
Much depends in this situation on the behavior of the parents. The main thing is not to panic, be patient and consistently carry out the course of treatment. It is long lasting, taking several months. But, if not treated, in the future the child will face lameness, poor posture and constant pain.
Function of massage and contraindications to it
The main function of massage for dysplasia is to relieve the high tone of the leg muscles and increase blood circulation in the joints. If you use the muscles of the back and lower limbs, as well as the area of \u200b\u200bthe buttocks, the blood begins to better nourish the nerves, ligaments, cartilage. The main bias is made on the lumbar region, which is lightly stroked with a hand moving in a circle. The buttocks tingle slightly. 
Classes must be carried out on a hard surface. To do this, you can use a regular table with a diaper spread on it. The time for the sessions should be chosen with the maximum comfort for the child. By the time the masseur arrives, he should be full and satisfied.
Massage for dysplasia of the hip joints is performed daily, at the same time. To obtain the desired effect, 10 to 15 sessions must pass. After 1.5 months, the course should be repeated. This is done 2-3 times.
At home, massage is carried out with each swaddling (about 10-12 exercises are done at a time).
- heart defects of various etiologies;
- a tendency to allergy to irritants, which may include massage;
- uncontrolled hernia;
- damaged skin;
- increased body temperature.
An approximate set of exercises aimed at eliminating dysplasia of the hip joint
First of all, you need to help your child relax. To do this, his legs, tummy and arms are gently stroked with light movements for several minutes.
Next, the baby is turned over on his stomach and massage of the back (outer) surface of the legs begins. The sequence of actions is as follows: stroke - rub - stroke again. You need to rub not in breadth, but in depth, so that the fingers touch the muscle layer. After that, the legs are bent and, one after the other, spread apart in different directions, as when crawling. In this case, the pelvic region should be motionless.
Then the child is again laid out on his stomach and the back and lumbar region are massaged. The sequence of movements is as follows: stroke - rub - tap with your finger - pinch the lower back.
Stroke and rub the hip joint. You don't need to press on it, just feel it with your fingers. Movements should be rotational and spiral. The joint is fixed with one hand, the palm of the other hand gently wraps around the knee (knee joint) and, with slight pressure, begins to rotate the hip inward. This exercise provides light pressure on the glenoid cavity with the head of the femur. After 3 minutes, continue rubbing and stroking.
Having again shifted the child onto his back, massage the front (outer) side of the legs in the same sequence: stroke - rub - stroke. After that, the legs are gently bent at the knees at a right angle and approximately 10-15 times gently, without unnecessary jerks, spread apart.
To relax the muscles of the thigh, acupressure is performed with alternate abduction of the legs. Its essence is as follows: the pads of the middle and index fingers are very gently pressed on the hip joint. Bend the leg, take it back a little and shake it slightly.
The procedure ends with a foot massage and chest child. They are kneaded and then stroked.Psychological difficulties during massage
The massage should make the child feel good and enjoyable. If it is carried out too sharply and energetically, then the baby will be hurt and he will begin to pinch. There will be more harm from this massage than benefit.
For the sessions, you must invite an experienced massage therapist with a medical education and the necessary certificates. At the same time, it should be a pleasant, disposing person. If the massage is done to a baby who, before the arrival of the massage therapist, was cheerful and cheerful, and then suddenly became capricious, perhaps he does not like the presence of a stranger. Perhaps the baby is in pain.
If this situation is constantly repeated, then it can be assumed that the child feels irritation or discontent on the part of the specialist.
The situation is not easy. On the one hand, the first months of a child's life should be filled with joy and the presence of loved ones. On the other hand, the baby grows very quickly - when it becomes possible to explain to him the meaning of the manipulations being performed, the pelvic structure of his skeleton will be seriously deformed.
One of the very unpleasant pathologies that develop in young children is hip dysplasia (dislocation of the hip). It can cause discomfort to the baby, strong feelings for the parents and have serious consequences for the health of the child. With timely admission to the hospital, the anomaly is successfully corrected. For this, a method such as massage for children with hip dysplasia is effectively used. The task of parents is to ask for help in time. To save your baby from unpleasant consequences, you need to know: how not to miss dangerous pathology and what to do if it is found.
Hip dysplasia: when is it necessary to massage a child?
There are several risk factors for developing hip dysplasia:
- Severe toxicosis during gestation.
- The large weight of the newborn at birth.
- Breech presentation.
- Heredity.
In the presence of one of these factors, the baby is taken under supervision, since he is more likely to manifest pathology and the need for massage. The baby should undergo periodic examinations by a doctor. Parents are required to closely monitor the physical condition of the child.
Typical signs of dysplasia requiring massage are:
If one of the signs is found, you must immediately consult a doctor who will diagnose and detect or deny the presence of pathology. If the development of the anomaly is confirmed, then a specialist will prescribe its treatment. Massage for children with hip dysplasia plays a leading role in correcting the condition of the baby. He is appointed only by an orthopedist after a thorough diagnosis in combination with other methods of dealing with pathology.
Features of the massage for children with dysplasia
When performing a medical procedure, it is necessary to observe a number of mandatory conditions that guarantee its effectiveness:
When such rules are followed, the effectiveness of the procedure increases several times. However, it must necessarily be carried out by a professional with qualifications, experience and specialization in such pathologies. Only he will be able to take into account all the nuances of the physical condition of the crumbs and correctly perform the manipulations.
Massage for a child with dysplasia: an approximate technique
When choosing a treatment complex for the correction of pathology, the specialist focuses on the individual condition of the baby. The following elements have proven themselves well:
- Put the baby on the back. Pat the whole body.
- Turn over onto the tummy. Massage with stroking, rubbing the legs.
- Fix the child's pelvis. Take the bent legs of the crumbs alternately to the sides (imitating crawling).
- To stroke the lower back, back, butt, hip region, the surface of the legs. Massage these areas with rubbing, stroking, pinching, tapping with your fingers.
- Turn the baby over onto the tummy. Very gently massage the front surface of the legs, bend them several times at the knees and hip joints.
- Rotate the legs in the joint, fixing it with one hand, and holding the baby by the knee with the other. Knead, grind this zone.
- Make a "bike" with the lower limbs.
- Use the fingertips to massage using pressure point movements on the child's hip joint. Shake the leg, slightly pulling it back.
- Do exercises for the feet on the ball: put the baby on his tummy and, holding it, roll back slightly so that the child periodically rests his legs on a hard surface.
- Finish the massage with stroking the chest, and then the whole body of the crumbs.
The treatment procedure is selected and performed at the discretion of a specialist. Different elements and manipulations can be applied to different babies.
Why is therapeutic massage performed for children with hip dysplasia?
The massage procedure is very effective in correcting the anomaly. It must be used in combination with other means and brings the following results:
- Helps stabilize the hip joint.
- Stimulates dislocation reduction.
- Strengthens the muscle tissue adjacent to the articular region.
- Restores normal range of motion.
- Helps the physical development of the baby to be active and harmonious.
Massage for children with dysplasia of the hip joints: contraindications
There are a number of factors in the presence of which the procedure for babies is prohibited:
Even if the child does not have contraindications for massage with hip dysplasia, it is necessary to consult a doctor. Only a specialist has the right to determine the methods of treatment and prescribe even such a non-radical procedure. With the correct implementation of all the doctor's recommendations, the baby will very soon recover and get rid of the unpleasant pathology.
Dysplasia of the hip joints is a violation of musculoskeletal function resulting from underdevelopment of the hip joints, requiring immediate medical correction.
"Dysplasia" is a diagnosis that quite often, like a bolt from the blue, is heard in the orthopedic doctor's office during the first examination of babies. The parents of the child usually do not even know about the existence of this disease and its possible consequences.
IMPORTANT: Dysplasia of the hip joints is an inferiority, a lag in the development of the joint, which, if improperly or insufficiently treated, can lead to subluxation and dislocation of the hip. Depending on the severity, there are 3 degrees of dysplasia: 1 - preluxation, 2 - subluxation, 3 - dislocation.
Parents can detect the development of dysplasia in a newborn baby on their own, even before visiting a traumatologist. Alarming symptoms are:
- visual shortening of one leg
- asymmetry or unequal number of folds on the legs or under the buttocks
- a clicking sound in your hip or knee
- incomplete hip abduction
A pediatric orthopedist must confirm or deny the parents' suspicions by reviewing the results of an ultrasound or X-ray.
If the doctor prescribes treatment, it must be carried out immediately, following all the recommendations.
How to treat dysplasia of the hip joints in infants and older children?
Treatment of dysplasia in infants is simple and does not cause discomfort to the child. Depending on the degree of dysplasia, which is determined by the results of an ultrasound or X-ray, the doctor may prescribe the child:
- physiotherapy exercises
- massage
- compresses with warm paraffin on the area of \u200b\u200bthe hip joints
- wide swaddling, use of larger diapers
- medicinal calcium electrophoresis
- wearing a special orthopedic device (Pavlik's stirrups, Freik's pillow, Becker's pants, Gnevkovsky's apparatus)
These measures are aimed at long-term retention of the baby's legs in the retracted bent position or their movement at a certain angle and can be assigned both in combination and separately.
IMPORTANT: If dysplasia is detected in time and the necessary treatment is carried out, the disease will recede forever and will never make itself felt again. In cases where parents do not make any efforts to eliminate dysplasia in a child, the pathology progresses and acquires complicated forms. As a result, the child may noticeably limp when walking, or may not be able to walk at all.
Treatment of dysplasia in older children is lengthy, complex and inconvenient. It is very difficult to restrict the movement of an adult child for a long time, and this is necessary to fix the joint in the correct position. Often, such children can only be helped through surgery.
Gymnastics for dysplasia of the hip joints in children. Exercise therapy for dysplasia of the hip joint, video
Therapeutic gymnastics (exercise therapy) for the treatment of dysplasia in children can be carried out by parents. Despite the fact that all the movements of the exercises are very simple, if they are repeated regularly, they quickly give good results:
- Legs abduction... The child lies on his back on a hard surface. Mom gently bends the baby's legs at the knees and lifts them in the hip joints. From this position, the legs are smoothly bred to the sides, trying to touch the surface with bent knees. Repeat 5-6 times
- Flexion of straight legs. The starting position of the child is the same. Mom, holding straight legs by the heels, raises them as high as possible, trying to reach the head, 5 - 7 times
- Breeding the legs from the head... The straight legs of the child are maximally diverted to the sides, as close as possible to the head, 5 - 7 times
- Abduction of straight legs... The child is still on the back. Mom aligns the lowered legs and spreads them to the sides, 7 - 8 times
- "Frog"... The baby is on the tummy. The mother bends the legs at the knees and hip joints so that the knees touch the surface. The baby's pose resembles that of a frog, hold for about 10 seconds, repeat 5-7 times
- Touching with heels... The child's initial pose is “frog”. Mom brings the heels together and gently pulls them up to the buttocks. Repeat 5 - 7 times
- Putting on the foot... The baby is on the belly. Mom pulls each leg bent at the knee to the level of the pelvis in turn and puts it on the foot. Repeat 5 times for each leg
Video: Gymnastics for dysplasia of the hip joints in children
IMPORTANT: You can conduct classes with your child at any time of the day, the main thing is that he is in a good mood, does not want to sleep or eat. The complex can be repeated 2-4 times a day. All movements must be very accurate and smooth. It is unacceptable for the child to feel discomfort or pain.
Children's massage for dysplasia of the hip joints, video
Massage occupies an important place in the complex of procedures aimed at combating hip dysplasia in children. The massage should be carried out by a professional massage therapist, but if desired, parents can learn from the specialist the basic movements and perform the massage on their own.
Massage movements are divided into preparatory and local. Preparatory movements - stroking, sliding over the entire surface of the body, are necessary for a smooth transition to more intense actions.
After a little warm-up, smooth soft movements change to rubbing that can affect the muscles. Rubbing begins from above and gradually passes into the gluteal region, where an intensive massage of the affected joint is performed.
IMPORTANT: The duration of one massage session should not exceed 25 minutes, of which the first 5 minutes are allotted for warming up and general exposure. If the child behaves restlessly, cries or breaks out during the massage, you need to stop all actions and consult an orthopedist. It is possible that mistakes were made when performing massage movements.
There are a number of contraindications both for performing gymnastic exercises and for performing massage for a child:
- heart disease
- hernia
- increased body temperature
IMPORTANT: To achieve the effect and consolidate the achieved result, it is necessary to carry out 2 - 3 massage courses consisting of 12 - 15 sessions, with an interval of 1 month.
Video: Children's massage for dysplasia of the hip joints
Dysplasia of the hip joints, physiotherapy
Medicinal electrophoresis is effective in the treatment of dysplasia in children. Usually, the orthopedist prescribes 7 to 10 sessions of calcium electrophoresis. During this procedure, the drug is transferred to the hip joints using electric current through metal plates.
IMPORTANT: Electrophoresis sessions do not cause pain or discomfort to the child. The baby feels only a slight tingling sensation in the affected area.
The duration of one electrophoresis session does not exceed 15 minutes. During this time, liquid calcium is supplied to the affected joint, which acts exclusively on it and does not affect other organs and systems of the child's body.
IMPORTANT: Contraindications to electrophoresis procedures are poor blood clotting in a child, as well as the presence of tumor diseases, bronchial asthma, infectious diseases and wounds in the places where the plates are applied.
Wide swaddling for dysplasia of the hip joints video
Wide swaddling is used both to treat mild dysplasia and to prevent its development in infants. This method is used for children from birth to six months. Its action consists in establishing the correct ratio of the femoral head to the acetabulum and long-term fixation of this position. It gives good results if treatment is started at an early stage of the disease.
IMPORTANT: Wide swaddling, unlike special orthopedic devices, does not restrict the baby's movements. It also has a calming effect on the baby.
Wide swaddling is performed as follows:
- Spread a thin, lightweight diaper on the changing table
- Spread a thick flannel, folded in a triangle, on top of a thin
- Roll up another thick, large diaper so that it forms a 20x20cm square and set aside
- Put a baby in a diaper on these diapers
- Take the baby's legs bent at the knees to 90˚С
- Wrap the ends of the triangle-shaped diaper around the baby's hips, and point the bottom corner up to the navel
- Put the square diaper prepared earlier between the baby's legs
- Fix tight diapers well by wrapping the lowermost diaper around the baby's torso
- Tuck the loose ends of a light diaper under the top edges
The position in which the child is swaddled in this way is most favorable for the correct development of the hip joints.
Video: How to swaddle to avoid dysplasia
Splint for hip dysplasia in children
Orthopedic splints for the treatment of hip dysplasia in children are devices that can fix and hold the legs in a certain position for a long time. They differ somewhat in design. One or another type of splint is prescribed by an orthopedist, depending on the severity of the disease and the age of the child.
Shinu (pillow) Freika appoint children 1 - 9 months. The wearing time and the size of the Frejk pillow are determined by the orthopedist Outwardly, it resembles a hard roller with soft edges, which is located between the child's legs and is fixed with ties and Velcro on the baby's chest.
Video: How to choose and use the Freik Pillow correctly
Vilensky bus is a metal spacer with leather cuffs. The tire size is adjusted with a special screw. The legs are threaded into There are 3 standard sizes of Vilensky tires:
small (dilution of 16 - 23 cm)
medium (21 - 33 cm)
large (33 - 50 cm)
It is possible to customize the tires according to the exact measurements of the child.
Video: How to choose and use the Vilensky Bus correctly
Stirrups for dysplasia of the hip joints in children
Pavlik's stirrups, like the previous orthopedic devices, are named after their creator. For the treatment of dysplasia in children, they have been successfully used since 1944. Distinctive feature stirrups is the ability to move the legs, but they are all strictly limited to the so-called "safe" zone. In this case, there is no rigid fixation. Pavlik's stirrups are easy to use. Parents can easily change their baby's diaper without removing them.
Usually, to achieve positive results in treatment, doctors recommend wearing Pavlik's stirrups around the clock for 5 to 15 weeks. At the same time, monitoring of the child's health is necessarily carried out by an orthopedist every week. The doctor will adjust the belt tension as the child grows.
IMPORTANT: Improper use of the stirrups can lead to complications and further deformation of the thigh. Complications are also possible in the form of injuries of the brachial plexus and femoral nerve palsy.
Video: How to choose and use Pavlik's stirrups correctly
Surgery for dysplasia of the hip joints
When dysplasia is diagnosed in an older child and traditional methods will no longer help, or the treatment prescribed by the doctor does not bring the desired effect, surgery is performed.
There are several types of surgeries to eliminate hip dysplasia:
- closed reduction - the operating doctor, with the help of certain manipulations, returns the head of the femur to the acetabulum
- open reduction - the surgeon moves the femoral head to a certain position and at the same time separates and lengthens the tendons
- femoral (rotational) osteotomy is a two-stage operation that ensures the stable position of the femur. At the first stage, the upper part of the thigh is destroyed, at the second stage, the femur is rotated until it is correctly positioned relative to the acetabulum. The new position is fixed with metal plates
- pelvic osteotomy - deepening of the acetabulum with bolts and grafts
- tenotomy - surgical lengthening of the tendon
After the surgery, the child is hospitalized for several days. The result of a successful operation to eliminate dysplasia of the hip joints is a quick return of the child to normal life without limiting his movements.
How to treat hip dysplasia in children: advice and reviews
Olga about Freyka's pillow: “My twin daughters were diagnosed with dysplasia in the first month of life. The orthopedist prescribed Frejk's pillows. The most interesting thing is that during the treatment, the daughters were absolutely not capricious and even slept peacefully in their shags at night. I gradually taught them to use pillows. On the first day, they wore them for an hour, on the second, for three hours. On the third day, I left my daughters in Frejk's pillows for 12 hours. If the children were uncomfortable, I gave them a relaxing massage. Thanks to this wonderful device, both my daughters are absolutely healthy today. "
Elena: “From our experience I can say: the earlier dysplasia of hip joints is detected, the easier and faster it will be treated. When my son was 2.5 months old, based on the results of an ultrasound scan, the orthopedist diagnosed him with grade 1-2 dysplasia. We were consulted by an orthopedist because the baby had asymmetrical folds on the legs. Our main treatments were massage and gymnastics. In addition, we underwent a course of electrophoresis procedures (12 sessions). Ultrasound was repeated 2 months after the start of treatment. I was very pleased with the results. My child is absolutely healthy! This is how we managed to quickly defeat dysplasia without the use of splints, spacers and other devices. "
Oksana: “My son was diagnosed with dysplasia only at 10 months, although before that we underwent examinations at 1, 3 and 7 months. The son was already walking well when he was plastered. The child was hysterical and shocked. Yes, and my husband and I, too. After 3 months, the plaster was removed. Instead, the son was put on stirrups for 6 months. Then there was a massage and a course of electrophoresis with calcium. Now, finally, all our torment is over. The child is healthy and this is the most important thing "
It is very important for parents who treat children for hip dysplasia to accurately follow all the prescriptions of an orthopedic surgeon, because this disease cannot go away on its own. The consequences of the lack of treatment can be lameness, curvature of the spine, osteochondrosis, coxarthrosis. Childhood dysplasia, often left on its own, leads to disability in adulthood.
Video: Dr. Komarovsky on hip dysplasia
Dysplasia is called the cause of a pathological disorder in the structure of the femoral head. In fact, this is an underdevelopment of the hip joint, which is often a child's body. This pathology is often observed in young children. In most cases, the disease can be diagnosed immediately after the birth of the child, in the first month of life. Next, we will consider the symptoms of pathology and its treatment.
Causes and symptoms of the disease
Pathology consists in a disturbed arrangement of the elements of the hip joint. The formation of joints in newborns has not yet been completed; therefore, early treatment is important and effective in diagnosing this disease. All moms and dads need to know the main signs:
- Restriction of passive hip abduction. To check, put the baby on the back, slightly bend the legs at the knees, and gently spread them apart. If the joint is damaged, then abduction will be limited;
- One baby's leg is shorter than the other;
- An additional fold on the thigh also indicates asymmetry of the joints and, accordingly, dysplasia.
If you have any doubts, it is better to immediately contact a specialist who will confirm or deny your assumptions. And only after that start dysplasia treatment.
In many cases, the diagnosis of the child is reported to the mother immediately after birth. Don't panic. The sooner you take action, the faster you can heal your baby. First you need to register with an orthopedist.He will prescribe additional examinations for the baby within a month and appropriate treatment.
In the early stages, as a rule, massages and special exercises are great help. You can also watch the video how to perform them correctly.
Forms of dysplasia
There are several forms of this pathology.
Pre-dislocation.It is effectively treated with massage and gymnastics. After treatment, the joint develops normally and does not cause any problems in the child.
Subluxation. It is a joint change in which the head of the femur moves upward relative to the acetabulum. To form a normal healthy joint treatment in the form of specialized massages is recommended.
Dislocation. This is a congenital displacement of the hip. This form is the most severe, but it can also be cured.
To confirm the diagnosis, it is necessary to undergo an ultrasound scan, X-ray. After that, treatment is prescribed. Parents will be able to do massages and gymnastics with the baby themselves. But for this they need to know everything about the location of the joints, so as not to worsen the situation.
Treatment methods
It should be noted that with an early manifestation of dysplasia in children, it is not considered a disease. This is a small deviation in the formation of joints, which, with a properly selected complex treatment, can be corrected within a month.
Treatment of dysplasia comes down to fixing the legs in a position that allows the joint to fall into place and overgrow with ligaments. Parents need to know that the joint comes into place when the hips are pulled apart. For example, for prevention, you can wear a baby diaper one size larger. But this does not apply to the second or third form of pathology.
What treatment methods can be used for hip dysplasia?
Swaddling. Do not "wrap" the legs with a diaper so that they are stretched out. It is enough to fix the arms along the body, and the legs should be in a position comfortable for the baby.
Orthopedic devices. They are used for the second or third form of dysplasia, they are a kind of splints or retainers. They fix the legs in a bent, divorced state.
Gymnastics or massage. Exercises and techniques are selected by the attending physician. These techniques are the most popular and effective. They do not cause any inconvenience to the child.
Operation. Surgical intervention is used only for the most difficult cases of dislocation.
Gymnastic exercises
Exercises for pathology of the development of the hip joint are simple. After being trained by a specialist, parents may well be engaged with the child themselves. For convenience, when doing gymnastics, you can watch the training video. Remember that the child's body is very fragile, your actions should be gentle and accurate.
Breeding thighs
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One of the most effective exercises is leg breeding. The baby should be put on the back, clasp his knees and carefully spread the hips to the side. The outer thigh should be in contact with the surface on which the child lies. The exercise should be performed for 1-2 minutes.
Hip rotation
The exercise is performed from the same position as the previous one. With one hand you need to hold the place of the hip joint, and the other knee, gently rotating it inward.
The game "okay"
The point of the game is to turn your feet towards each other and clap them like palms.
Bicycle
The exercise simulates cycling.
Crawl
Before performing the exercise, the child should be placed on his tummy, and the legs should be slightly apart and bent at the knees. It is necessary to put a support under the feet - a soft ball, from which the baby will push off and try to crawl.
Ball exercises
Children should be taught gradually to work with such equipment as a ball. Usually babies like these exercises. The ball relaxes the muscular system well, its use for charging is shown not only for dysplasia. The starting position can be either lying on your back or on your stomach.
If the child lies on the back, then the adult fixes the pelvic area and performs rotational movements of the leg. From a position on the stomach, the legs must be moved apart, bending at the knees.
Water gymnastics
In water, muscles are always relaxed. With dysplasia of the hip joints, gymnastics in warm water is most effective. The most effective exercise for children is leg bending.
Any disease can be treated more quickly with the use of complex measures. Therefore, gymnastic exercises can be supplemented with special massages.
If treatment is started at an early stage of dysplasia, then several courses of massage are enough for recovery. Massage should be taken more than seriously. In case of erroneous actions or non-compliance with the recommendations of a specialist, you can cause irreparable harm to babies. To avoid this, watch a video with the correct technique for performing massage procedures.
Massage for dysplasia of the hip joints in newborns is carried out daily. It is more effective to do it when the child is in a good mood, not naughty, full, and does not want to sleep. For massage it is recommended to use a changing table or any hard surface on which a diaper must be placed.
After two weeks of procedures, you can take a break for 1-2 months. Also, after each course, it is recommended to contact a specialist for observation.
Massage technique
Now let's take a look at the massage techniques most often recommended by professionals:
Stroking. For a few minutes, iron the outside of your legs from your ankles to your thighs.
Rubbing.Rub the legs with massaging movements. Proceed carefully, do not use force.
Felting. With this technique, you need to grab the thigh with both hands and, as it were, roll the leg.
After the massage, the baby can be bathed. Despite the effectiveness of massage actions, do not expect immediate results, please be patient. Your good mood will be the main helpers in all treatment methods.
Baby care
Children with pathology of the hip joint need special care and attention. You will have to control their every movement for the treatment to bring quick results. There are several rules that must be followed:
In the prone position, the baby's legs should hang slightly to the sides. This position relaxes well and relieves muscle tension.
All vertical loads must be eliminated. Do not even try to put the baby on his legs, do not let him squat.
Carry the child like a "monkey": you support him by the back or butt, and he wraps his legs around you.
Find a comfortable car seat for transportation. The child should be comfortable, nothing should interfere with the breeding of the legs.
When sitting down, the child's legs should be spread apart.
One of the most important functions in human movement is the hip joint, it is more exposed to stress than others. It is in infancy that his health is laid. Be considerate of your kids. Remember, proper gymnastics and massage will rid the child's body of surgical interventions in future. Do it, listen to the advice and recommendations of experts. Be healthy!
For the treatment of hip dysplasia, a cuvette type of application is used. The manipulation is performed in a hospital or at home. The composition of the medicinal mixture includes:
- cosmetic paraffin - 0.5 kg,
- ozokerite - 0.25 kg,
- vaseline oil - 1 pc.
In addition to the solution, the procedure requires a dense medical oilcloth to form a solidified mass in it.
Oilcloth for the formation of paraffin mass
Homemade medicinal solution is prepared using two enamelled containers of different sizes. Pour less than half of the total water into a large saucepan. Place the crumbled main raw materials in another container, add vaseline oil and put in a container with water. Place the resulting structure for 60 minutes on a hot plate to melt over low heat. The product must be systematically stirred with a wooden spatula.
While the medicinal solution is being prepared for the TPA therapy, it is necessary to make a filler for the mixture. For this, sides are created from the ends of the oilcloth, which are fixed along the edges with clothespins or other clamps. For safety reasons, the resulting shape is placed on a metal baking sheet or a wide tray.
The melted mass is poured into an oilcloth blank to a level of 1 cm.After 10-15 minutes, it will thicken
To avoid burns, you should check the readiness of the product by carefully puncturing it in the center with a toothpick. The frozen medicine is removed and used as directed.
It is worth taking care of the place of the procedure in advance. A thick blanket or blanket is spread on a flat surface. A thin fabric is laid out on top, the resulting product is placed on it. You can put a chintz diaper on top.
How to apply
The course of paraffin therapy at home can be 30 procedures.
To carry out this method of treatment, you need to purchase paraffin from a pharmacy, where you can also buy special containers for melting and using it.
It is better to melt the product in a water bath. Then it must be cooled to a temperature not exceeding 55-60 ° C. You can use paraffin at home in the form of baths, compresses or applications, depending on the doctor's recommendations and the patient's condition.
Baths, applications
Effective use of the remedy for arthritis. Paraffin baths, applications are very easy to use
The melted paraffin wax is gently applied to the affected area. If the patient suffers from arthritis of the small joints of the arms or legs, place the hand or foot in the melted product for 7-10 minutes
After removing the hardened paraffin layer of the foot or hand from the skin surface, they are dipped into decoctions of anti-inflammatory herbs that the doctor will recommend. Sometimes it is allowed to use essential oils (thyme, wild rosemary, juniper, chamomile, calendula), which are added to herbal decoctions or rubbed into the skin of the affected area.
Arthritis responds well to paraffin wax treatments. In this case, the paraffin, melted and cooled to a safe temperature, is applied with a cotton swab or flat brush to the skin in the area of \u200b\u200bthe sore joint. This is done several times, since it is necessary to create a layer of medicinal substance about 1 cm thick. Then the patient is placed on paraffin with a plastic wrap and the sore spot is wrapped with woolen cloth. The duration of the procedure with good tolerance is about 1 hour.
Compresses
Paraffin compresses are widely used in the treatment of arthritis due to their simplicity and effectiveness. Algorithm of patient actions:
- Melt paraffin wax.
- Cool it down to 60 ° C.
- Apply with a cotton swab to the skin in the area of \u200b\u200bthe sore joint.
- Take a cotton cloth and fold it so that 10 layers are formed.
- Moisten the resulting napkin in the used product.
- Squeeze out using tight rubber gloves or wooden planks.
- Apply to the affected area.
- Place a plastic wrap and a woolen blanket on top.
- Control the time of the procedure (should not exceed 1 hour).
Paraffin "boots"
Ankle arthritis responds well to paraffin "boots" treatment. Paraffin heated to 50-60 ° C is poured into a specially sewn boot made of rubberized dense fabric, which is then put on the sore leg. Before that, the foot is lubricated with melted, but not too hot paraffin. Above the "boot" is tied with a woolen cloth. This procedure helps well with severe pain syndrome.
Paraffin treatment for hip dysplasia
The procedure is indicated for fractures of the femur, femoral neck. It is well tolerated by patients and has a positive effect on the processes of bone regeneration.
of the hip joint is characterized by not entirely complete formation of its structural components.
This is more often a congenital pathology, but sometimes it develops after injuries or against the background of inflammatory processes. If untreated, the patient's motor activity is impaired due to pain and gradually increasing limitation of movement in the hip joints. Paraffin will help relieve pain, relax the thigh muscles, and facilitate movement in the affected area.
It is recommended to melt and mix paraffin and ozokerite in a 1: 2 ratio, then pour the resulting mixture into a container lined with a rubberized cloth. The ozokerite-paraffin mixture should cool down to a therapeutic temperature. When the thermometer reads 60 ° C, you can gently remove the mixture from the mold and apply it to the sore area, securing it on top with plastic wrap and a woolen blanket. The procedure should be carried out only after consulting a doctor and taking into account the patient's condition. In any case, the duration of the session should not exceed 50-60 minutes. 
Paraffin joint therapy at home
One paraffin therapy session should not exceed one hour
If you decide to be treated with paraffin on your own, be sure to consult with your doctor first and strictly follow the instructions.
One session of paraffin therapy should not exceed 60 minutes, half an hour for the desired result will be quite enough. The procedure is performed once a day or every other day, depending on the complexity of the disease.
Be sure to allow your body to rest for at least 30 minutes after the procedure. This will start the active process of blood circulation. Treatment of joints with paraffin at home can give an instant effect and save you from unnecessary expenses and trips to special institutions.
Plus, this therapy is very enjoyable. Getting on the skin, the healing "mud" raises the body temperature by two degrees. Such a jump does not bring any discomfort at all. The protective function of the body automatically generates sweat, which simply has nowhere to evaporate, creating a sauna effect.
Together with sweat, all toxins and harmful substances come out, moisture is subsequently absorbed, leaving toxins unnecessary to the body on the surface.
There are several uses for the product.
Applications
First of all, paraffin is melted, this should always be done in a water bath
It is important that no water gets into the raw materials.
It must first melt completely and then heat up to 60-70 degrees. The whole process will take about an hour.
The molten paraffin is applied to the damaged area layer by layer until the height of the applique will not reach 1-2 centimeters
... Cover the top with a film and a woolen blanket.
How to apply paraffin wax on knee joints? After applying the wax, it is enough to bend the knee at an angle of 90 degrees and fix it.
Attention!
If venous congestion occurs in the area of \u200b\u200bthe joint, then the local heat will only harm and intensify the pain syndrome. ...
In this case, the answer to the question of whether it is possible to warm the knee joint with paraffin will depend on the severity of the disease.
The removed paraffin layer can be reused, but only after preliminary cleaning: dehydration and sterilization. An exception is paraffin, which was used to treat ulcers and open wounds, in which case the raw material must be disposed of.
Baths
Paraffin Bath
For warming up the legs or arms, this method will be most effective. Paraffin baths for joints have a calming effect, therefore it is advisable to carry out the procedure an hour before bedtime.
Having tightly squeezed the fingers, you need to coat the limbs with heated paraffin to 50-55 degrees, and lower them into an impromptu oilcloth bag in which the paraffin is brought to 60 degrees, make a loose bandage and cover with a blanket.
Contraindications
For a number of diseases, the use of paraffin-ozokerite applications is prohibited. These include:
- thyrotoxicosis;
- all types of tumors;
- kidney disease;
- severe neuroses;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- infectious diseases;
- diabetes;
- varicose veins;
- tuberculosis;
- atherosclerosis of the vessels of the brain / heart;
- active hepatitis;
- cardiovascular diseases;
- cysts of any organs;
- epilepsy.
Also, the procedures are not carried out during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In case of skin diseases and inflammatory processes, applications are applied during the period of remission (in the acute period it is impossible). The procedures are not carried out
- on skin with open wounds and scratches, rash, suppuration;
- at elevated body temperature;
- in violation of thermal sensitivity.
Applications are not applied in the first three days after injury or the onset of the disease.
Even if you are sure that there are no contraindications, it is recommended to consult a doctor. You also need to consult a doctor if you feel unwell after the procedure. As a rule, a deterioration in well-being is a normal reaction of the body to heat and chemical exposure. Nevertheless, it is recommended to notify the doctor about any negative changes.
Scope and rules for the use of paraffin and ozokeritotherapy in children's practice
Paraffin with ozokerite for children is used in newborns, infants, preschool and school age patients. Treatment is prescribed to patients with cerebral palsy, in the presence of contractures, severe muscle spasms. Paraffin therapy for children is used for muscle hypertonicity, as well as torticollis. Application therapy is prescribed for coughs, respiratory diseases.
Ozokerite for children is prescribed for the treatment of neuritis or nerve entrapment. It allows you to restore the structure of the nerve fiber, accelerate the conduction of nerve impulses. Also, ozokeritotherapy is allowed to treat damage to nerve fibers after bruises, injuries.
Newborns and infants are prescribed paraffin therapy for muscle hypertonia. Take a gauze cloth folded in several layers. It is moistened with melted paraffin. Polyethylene is applied to the gauze cloth. Woolen socks are put on the top of the child.
During physiotherapy, it is imperative to monitor the temperature of the paraffin to prevent burns. The skin of babies is much softer than that of older children. Before physiotherapy, the temperature of the application mass is checked with an elbow or a thermometer.
A session for infants should last 7-10 minutes, for newborns - up to 5 minutes. Course therapy is 10 physiotherapy. The treatment can be repeated if necessary.
You can put ozokerite on the child's legs. It retains heat better. It is often used for infantile cerebral palsy (cerebral palsy). The substance helps to reduce muscle spasm, accelerate the conduction of impulses along nerve fibers. The physiotherapy technique is similar to paraffin therapy. Treatment greatly facilitates rehabilitation for cerebral palsy.
Paraffin and ozokerite applications can be applied to the entire leg, only to the knee or to the feet, depending on the pathology. With hallux valgus of the knee joint, paraffin or ozokerite is applied to the leg with the capture of the knee joint, lower leg and foot. Applications are done on the arms and legs at the same time for cerebral palsy, speech delay and general development. Against the background of therapy, speech function is significantly improved during therapy 2-3 times a year. Paraffin and ozokerite therapy is often prescribed by pediatricians and speech therapists.
For colds and diseases of the respiratory system, paraffin is applied to the legs and arms, the upper back. Ozokerite for coughing children is prescribed on the back, but only at the recovery stage. In the acute period of the disease, treatment cannot be carried out.
Paraffin can be applied to the neck area. Treatment is used for severe torticollis. Against the background of physiotherapy, the spasm of the sternocleidomastoid muscle decreases. The mass temperature should be no more than 40-45 ° С. The duration of therapy is 7-10 minutes (depending on age). Course therapy is 10 physiotherapy. Treatment can be extended if necessary.
The application technique is used to treat hip dysplasia (HJD). Paraffin is applied to the area of \u200b\u200bthe thigh and hip joint. The procedure takes 5-10 minutes. Course therapy is 20 sessions. If necessary, repeat the treatment in a month. The use of physical therapy can improve the condition of the joint.
Application therapy can be done at home. To do this, you should consult a doctor to exclude restrictions. You also need to clarify the sequence of the physiotherapy procedure. For therapy, you need to purchase medical paraffin or ozokerite mass. Before using the application material, be sure to read the instructions. During therapy, the proportions of the applicator application must be observed. It should be heated in a water bath.
Do not melt paraffin and ozokerite in microwave oven and on direct fire.
You can buy ozokerite and paraffin mass in pharmacies, specialized stores. The price of an ozokerite-paraffin applicator is 164-290 rubles. Ozokerite costs from 120 rubles. Paraffin has a cost of 117 rubles. Better to buy special baby applicators. They are safer.
Electrophoresis
Electrophoresis is a device that treats various diseases through administration medicines using direct current low voltage... The substance accumulates localized and takes about three weeks to act. The treatment also provides the current itself, improving:
- metabolism,
- circulation,
- lymph circulation,
- immunological resistance of tissues.
In addition, the action of direct current increases the effect of the drug, even with small amounts. This makes it possible to achieve a therapeutic effect with minimal amounts of the drug. The main advantage of the injection of the drug with the help of electricity is a point effect, which prevents the appearance of most complications. The effectiveness of a drug administered using electrophoresis directly depends on its constituents and solvent. Therefore, it is recommended to use agents that were specially created for electrophoresis, for example, caripazim. Electrophoresis should be used for the following diseases:
- osteochondrosis,
- hernia in the lumbar or in cervical spine spine,
- knee damage
- dysplasia of the hip joints and others.
To inject the drug, you must first moisten it with a special sponge located under the electrode. A drug solution under the influence of an electric current breaks down into ions, which over time are transformed into complexes that interact with water. Ions migrate in an electric field from negative to positive and vice versa.
After a certain period, they enter the microvessels (capillaries), being excreted from the human body in 18-25 days. Electrophoresis is carried out in courses, in each course 10-18 sessions.
During the electrophoresis process, a person usually experiences minor tingling sensations. If there are complaints of pain or a burning sensation in the area of \u200b\u200bapplication of the electrodes, then the voltage of the electric current must be reduced. Since there are underlying tissues and skin on their way, the complexes pass through them, providing a healing effect. To make electrophoresis more effective, thermal procedures are used, for example:
- paraffin,
- ozokerite.
Ozokerite is a waxy homogeneous mass of brown or black color. Applications are shown for children and adults. Like paraffin, ozokerite has a mechanical as well as thermal effect. Ozokerite has a certain chemical action due to biologically active substances. Paraffin does not possess such substances. As you know, white paraffin has the ability to warm the affected areas with dysplasia. Paraffin affects the deepest layers of the skin. In addition, paraffin is also used as a rejuvenating agent. Paraffin has mass positive qualities... White paraffin is used in the treatment of children, since it is environmentally friendly and does not have harmful impurities. When prescribing a medical complex for children, it is best to carry it out simultaneously in a specific medical institution. If the doctor has prescribed massage, paraffin and electrophoresis, then the procedures should be carried out every day in the following order.
- paraffin
- massage
- electrophoresis
If all of these procedures cannot be performed at the right time, some doctors suggest doing the procedures at home. In this case, electrophoresis is performed with an apparatus similar to that found in polyclinics.
Indications for use
The use of paraffin applications allows you to quickly eliminate the painful manifestations of such dermatological diseases as skin rashes, dermatitis, eczema, fractures, trophic ulcers. With the help of paraffin applications, the following lesions of internal organs are cured:
- stomach ulcer;
- gastritis;
- duodenal ulcer;
- radiculitis;
- neuralgia;
- neuritis.
Depending on the age, the location of the lesion, the degree of its neglect, the method of using this physiotherapy may slightly change. This method is used in both women and men for diffuse neurodermatitis, dyshidrotic and tylotic eczema, exudative psoriasis.
Women
- face masks that eliminate dryness and flaking of the skin, increase its elasticity, and relieve inflammation. When performing a course of paraffin mask procedures, an acceleration of blood flow and lymph movement is noted, toxins and toxins are removed from the skin faster, making it easier to breathe;
- masks and baths for the limbs, which perfectly warm them up and allow useful substances to be absorbed more deeply into the upper layer of the epidermis;
- paraffin wraps: this technique has shown itself to be excellent in eliminating defects such as orange peel on the thighs and traces of cellulite.
The listed methods of using paraffin applications allow women to maintain their youth, health and activity for a long time.
Men
Paraffin applications are also used by men. Their main task for them is to cure such organic lesions as muscle pain, joint diseases - these manifestations are characteristic of people who receive significant physical exercise, athletes.
Also, men use paraffin applications for manifestations of colds, acute respiratory viral infections. In some cases, cosmetic paraffin is used to eliminate skin imperfections.
For children and newborns
In childhood, the use of paraffin is also indicated. The most commonly used warming up of the limbs with signs of colds, acute respiratory infections.
For use in early childhood, paraffin applications should be used with extreme caution to prevent the risk of burns on delicate baby skin: checking the temperature of the paraffin before applying it to the skin will avoid the risk of burns. ...
Where can you get such treatment in Russia?
Paraffin applications can be obtained in almost all medical centers that specialize in physiotherapy. For example, in the center "Mom, Dad and Me" in Moscow, paraffin therapy procedures are carried out, you can also contact the medical institutions of Yaroslavl ("Svetlana", "OlEral"), Rostov ("My beauty"). In other large cities of Russia, paraffin therapy services are also offered, both in therapeutic units and in cosmetology.
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What are paraffin applications for?
The heated paraffin gradually gives off heat to the skin, raising the local temperature by 1.5-2 ° C. Such warming up helps with muscle pain, osteochondrosis, myositis, joint pain and other problems. The effect of the sauna enhances perspiration on a warmed area of \u200b\u200bthe body, as a result of which more salts, toxins and toxins are released. Such cleansing through the skin reduces the inflammatory process in the diseased organ and improves appearance skin.
The cooling paraffin is reduced in volume and mechanically slightly compresses the skin. Such a small massage effect has a very beneficial effect on the condition of the skin. At the same time, nutrients or medicinal substances added to the heated paraffin are absorbed into the skin during the procedure and have the necessary cosmetic or therapeutic effect.
At home paraffin baths good for hands and feet. After the procedure, the skin becomes smoother, softer and more velvety. The effect of paraffin therapy is superior to that of conventional nourishing and moisturizing hand and foot creams. Paraffin wax can also be applied separately to the fingertips. This procedure perfectly nourishes and strengthens nails , reduces delamination and brittleness.
But paraffin treatments help not only solve cosmetic problems or relieve pain in a specific area of \u200b\u200bthe body.
Soft warmth relaxes and relieves nervous tension, which is very important for people who are periodically stressed.
If the paraffin application is used not for cosmetic, but for medicinal purposes, then before using it, you should consult a doctor. Not all diseases can be treated with warm paraffin.
Why do we need paraffin wax applications with ozokerite
In medicine, the substance is often used during physical therapy as a warming agent with a mild irritant effect, increasing blood flow and optimizing metabolism. Ozokerite also helps to reduce pain, dissolves areas of inflammation. Especially often prescribed for dysplasia paraffin applications with the addition of ozokerite.
Often, such manipulations are practiced in the treatment of hip dysplasia in a child. In this case, it is recommended to make a "boot".
For him you will need:
- 500 g of purified medical paraffin;
- 250 g of ozokerite;
- vaseline oil;
- dense oilcloth.
Preparing ingredients is almost the same as making paraffin wax applications.
Melt the ingredients in a water bath, adding a little petroleum jelly:
- The shape for the "boot" is made of thick oilcloth. It is better to use oilcloth made according to Soviet standards. It can still be purchased in pharmacies today;
- You need to put a "boot" on the child's bottom. Therefore, the oilcloth should be slightly wider in order to capture not only the ass itself, but also the sides;
- The corners of the oilcloth are fastened with clips. You can use clothespins. The result is something like an impromptu baking sheet with fairly high sides;
- Molten paraffin wax with ozokerite is poured into a mold and evenly distributed. The thickness of the layer is not less than 1 cm. After 5-10 minutes, you need to check the temperature of the mass by lowering the elbow. If the temperature has dropped to a tolerable level, you can start manipulating;
- A warm blanket is laid out on the bed, then a sheet and a "boot" on top. The child is put on a paraffin mass with a booty. To prevent the agent from moving and warming up the desired part of the body, you should tightly wrap the ass. It is impossible to warm up the body above, since there are kidneys in the lumbar region. Also, the genitals should not be heated;
- The duration of the procedure for a newborn baby is 5-7 minutes. For children over 6 months old, the manipulation time can be increased to 10 minutes. It is recommended to do 20 procedures, followed by a foot massage.
After such an application, the child's bottom will turn red and may sweat. However, this is a natural reaction.
Observing the elementary rules for the preparation and application of paraffin, you can significantly reduce the severe symptoms of diseases and even improve the functionality of the joints. Before using paraffin wax, you should consult your doctor.
How is the procedure performed
Treatment of hip dysplasia is successful if started in the first days of a child's life. This is possible with timely diagnosis using an X-ray machine (more precisely than ultrasound). The doctor, in addition to wearing special devices, will immediately prescribe a number of medical procedures. Paraffin therapy is painless, even pleasant for the baby.
To carry out applications for dysplasia of the hip joints, the cuvette method is used. And at home and in medical institutions.
The child is placed with his buttocks on a warm mixture, and in the center. Not higher, otherwise the kidneys will warm up. The genitals should also not be heated. The layer fits the thighs with the letter "C". Next, you need to tightly wrap the heated area with a warm diaper so that the paraffin does not shift.
If the baby is under 6 months old, the procedure should be carried out no more than 6-7 minutes. After six months, bring to 10 minutes. Many parents do 20, the doctor has the right to regulate the duration. Usually 10-20 sessions are prescribed (every other day), then a monthly break.
After removing the paraffin, the skin will be slightly moist and reddened - this is a normal reaction. It is permissible to treat with a special oil or lotion.
Children tolerate the manipulation calmly, some excitement is possible in the first 2 minutes. During the process of warming up the child, try to distract with the game, swing in your arms, without provoking unnecessary movements.
After the session, it is useful to do a massage or light remedial gymnastics... Warmed joints and ligaments are capable of a large range of motion, which helps the articular head to take the correct position.
At the end of the procedure, the paraffin is collected in a lump and placed in a container with a lid. It is permissible to use it several times, heating in a water bath for 15-20 minutes. If elasticity is lost, 20% of the fresh substance is added. It is recommended to periodically filter the hot mixture through a cotton cloth.
Massage of the hip joints
Before use, paraffin should be melted in a water bath, for which it is placed in a container that is heated in a saucepan with water. Paraffin melts when the temperature rises above 45 ° C.
Now molten paraffin is applied to the cleansed skin, for which a spatula, a wooden stick can be used. The application of the substance should be carried out in several layers, after which the paraffin should be allowed to solidify. Keeping warm for a long time, paraffin warms up the skin without causing burns or skin irritation - heat transfer is carried out gradually and does not have a negative effect on the body.
The duration of the procedure can vary from 15 minutes for children to 30-45 minutes for adults.
In special institutions
Medical institutions that provide services in the form of physiotherapy may offer paraffin applications. The conditions for performing the procedure are identical to how it is carried out at home.
Paraffin is heated in special tanks, after which a warm substance is applied to the skin surface. At the same time, the temperature of the substance warming up is controlled, the skin cleansing after the end of the procedure is also carried out professionally.
At home
At home, applying applications to the skin is also quite simple. Heating of paraffin is carried out in a steam bath, it is applied in molten form to previously cleansed skin.
During the selected time, there is a gradual and gentle penetration of heat into the epidermis and adjacent tissues, which allows you to warm up the desired area and get the necessary positive therapeutic effect. The course of procedures averages 8-12 repetitions.
Paraffin therapy is an addition to the main treatment
This is not a panacea, paraffin will have its positive effect only against the background of drugs, physiotherapy, exercise therapy, spa treatment. When starting this type of therapy at home, you need to be guided only by medical recommendations.
The remedy for joint diseases can be used in different ways. Applicable:
- baths;
- wraps;
- applications;
- compresses.
Effectively used in very young children with hip dysplasia and inflammatory changes in the joints at any age.
Paraffin properties
The positive effect of this method of treatment is largely determined by the physical qualities of paraffin:
- melting point - +52 ° C, therefore, when applied to the skin, burns are practically excluded;
- high heat capacity;
- low thermal conductivity (the substance accumulates and retains heat well, but gives it away slowly).
Features of the mechanism of action:
- softening of the upper layers of the skin;
- opening of skin pores;
- increased sweating;
- absorption of toxic substances released with sweat;