Reflexology - what is it? Microcurrent reflexotherapy

In today's world, tablets do not always cause patients' confidence. They are perceived as an urgent help to relieve symptoms. For the treatment and prevention of disease, people seek and find other methods and systems that are sometimes more effective.

To such medical systems carry reflexotherapy. The motherland of this method of treatment is China. Archaeological findings indicate that reflexology appeared 5000 years ago. In China, health problems are not treated as a single disease, but as a malfunction of the whole organism. And in the treatment set a task - to balance life forces.

The concept and origin of reflexotherapy

Reflexus is translated from Latin as reflected or turned back. This system affects the human body by stimulating the skin, mucosal and tissue receptors. In this case, the whole human body acts on the functional systems. Not surprisingly, this system originated in China, where medicine does not consider the human body as part of the body.

According to their concepts, the heart, lungs and other organs enter into a whole functional system, to which it is necessary to work complexly. Chinese medicine divides the human body into energy areas, in which vital forces accumulate. Particular attention is paid to the joints and channels of energy movement. They are called meridians. They in some places pass through the circulatory system and lymph drainage, which is perceived as an analogue of the substance underlying the creation and existence of the universe.

Chinese medicine does not consider muscles and any tissues as something separate and important. More attention is paid to the processes associated with the exchange of substances and the mutual work of all organs. On these all knowledge and concepts, reflexotherapy is built.

How does it work?

Reflexotherapy - what is it? This is both a method of treatment and an awakening of the whole organism. With the help of special needles, it affects certain points of the body. With such treatment, the body mobilizes its forces and involves all systems in the fight against the problem. It has long been noted that when reflexotherapy is applied, there is no need for drug treatment or dosages are reduced.

Acupuncture allows you to activate nerve fibers with the help of a pinpoint effect. The impulse is sent to the central nervous system. It involves the process of releasing chemicals that can reduce pain. This method influences the circulation of energy in the human body, bringing it into harmony.

Places for acupuncture

Specialists use reflexotherapy points, which have long been studied by the ancient sciences. They are located on the main canals and branches, "wonderful vessels", collaterals, muscle-tendon channels and skin areas. 12 main channels, which are called meridians, create a cycle of energy and blood in the human body. It begins with a canal of the lungs and then returns there. In the human body, there are a huge number of points. Their number can reach thousands.

In simple terms, the impact points are located on the entire body. Sometimes the pain in one part of the body is removed by inserting the needle completely into another part. The competent specialist has special maps of the human body with applied meridians, on which are placed the necessary icons for correctly inserting needles.

With proper administration, the patient does not feel any discomfort and pain. Although after removing the needles, traces of blood are possible.

Benefits of the treatment system

So, you (and your doctor) decided to use a method such as reflexology. What can this give a person who has health problems?

Let us list some of the advantages of using this ancient system.

1. The result will be felt quickly.
2. Excellent complement other medical procedures.
3. Sessions do not bring unpleasant sensations.
4. Removes pain.
5. Contraindications to use is negligible.

Who is shown the use of reflexotherapy?

The following diseases are most effectively cured:

• Arthritis, arthrosis;
• Heel spurs, bursitis, tendovaginitis;
• Hypertension of the first and second degree;
• bronchial asthma;
• Gastritis, ulcer;
• Cholecystitis, colitis and constipation;
• headache;
• Vegetative-vascular dystonia;
• neurosis;
• Osteochondrosis;
• radiculitis;
• Hernia;
• scoliosis;
• cystitis;
• prostatitis;
• nephritis;
• infertility;
• Adnexitis;
• Climacteric syndrome ;
• rhinitis;
• Neurodermatitis;
• hives;
• allergy;
• Chronic fatigue syndrome;
• Tobacco and alcohol dependence and other diseases.

Also, the procedure for exposure to points is recommended to alleviate the symptoms of such diseases:

• Nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy;
• Fibromyalgia;
• Pain during delivery;
• Pain in the lower back;
• Pain during menstruation;
• migraine;
• toothache;
• Pain in the tendons and muscles.

Types of reflexotherapy

Not many know what methods of influence on the points include reflexology. What is this procedure that can be carried out without any adaptations or with the help of special equipment, some do not even guess.

1. Acupuncture. Influence on points is made with the help of needles. Penetration occurs through the skin.
2. Acupressure. The effect is carried out without damaging the skin. Apply force of fingers or blunt needles.
3. Micro-iglotherapy. Small needles are left in the points for a long time.
4. Manual therapy. It is mainly used for therapeutic massage for the treatment of the musculoskeletal system.
5. Thermopuncture. Influence on the points of a cigar from wormwood, which smolder.
6. Cryopuncture. Points are exposed to cold.
7. Electropuncture. The needle is under tension.
8. Laser puncture. The impact of the laser in recent years is becoming increasingly popular.
9. Optical Puncture. Infrared effect on points.
10. Ultrasonic reflexotherapy.
11. Electromagnetopuncture. The effect of current and magnetic field in the complex.
12. Metallotherapy. The impact on the points is by means of metal plates.
13. Tsubo-therapy. It is held with balls.
14. Acupuncture. Points sting bees.
15. Hirudotherapy. Leads are put on the necessary places.
16. Metalloaplyatsiya (surface acupuncture). This is the imposition of blunt and short needles in close proximity in large numbers.
17. Vacuum reflexotherapy. Vacuum cans are installed on the necessary parts of the body.
18. Pharmacopuncture. During the piercing of the point, a little medicine is injected into it.
19. Bio-energopuncture. Use only bioenergetics.
20. Su-Jok acupuncture. Needles are injected only in the hands and feet .
21. Auriculotherapy. Effects on the points on the auricles using needles.
22. Microcurrent reflexotherapy. Reviews speak of its wide application in cosmetology and medicine. It is carried out in cosmetology salons and is used as a method of rehabilitation for children. Microcurrent reflexology is useful in puffiness and excess fat. Use it in children should pay special attention.

Reflexotherapy for children

Microcurrent reflexotherapy for children is very effective. This method very effectively rehabilitates children in the presence of their neuropsychic diseases. Recommendations for use are given by speech therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and neuropathologists.

The effectiveness and uniqueness of the method is indicated by the fact that he received several RF patents. In 2007, the method of treatment of speech delay in children with neuropsychiatric diseases was patented; In 2008 the method of treatment of increased intracranial pressure and hydrocephalus, as well as the consequences from these diseases, was patented; In 2010 issued a patent for a method of treating cerebral palsy.

Microcurrent reflexotherapy for children is also recommended for mental retardation, autism, neurosensory hearing loss, incomplete optic nerve atrophy, hyperactivity, enuresis. All procedures should be carried out by a specialist with a medical background. It is very effective to conduct sessions in conjunction with the traditional therapeutic course.

Recognition of reflexology by medicine

In Russia, not immediately accepted the methods of reflexotherapy in medical practice. The first information about acupuncture became widely known thanks to the professor of the Medical-Surgical Academy PA Charukovsky. In 1845, the missionary AA Tatarinov visited Beijing and there he learned what reflexology is. The feedback on the method was only positive, he described the practical application and results. Many scientists were interested in the mechanism of the effect of acupuncture. In medical practice, the method was recognized and implemented in the mid-fifties of the 20th century.

Reflexotherapy in Moscow began to be studied at the Central Research Institute under the guidance of Professor RA Durinyan since 1976.

Professional training in reflexology

Since 1978, the course has entered the curriculum of postgraduate medical education. For three months, specialists of general profile were trained on the subject "Reflexotherapy". Training was also conducted in several narrow areas.

Sections for improving skills.

1. Application of the method for diseases of the nervous system.
2. Application of the method for internal diseases.
3. Application of the method for surgical interventions.
4. Application of the method in otorhinolaryngology.
5. Reflexotherapy for children.
6. Application of the method in obstetrics.
7. Application of the method for skin diseases.
8. Application of the method in dentistry.

Only in 1980 the World Health Organization recognized acupuncture as a scientifically grounded method. This made it possible to widely use it in medical practice.

Now at medical academies each physician can additionally receive knowledge on the program "Reflexotherapy". Training is conducted at specialized departments. Admit to the course only those who have a higher medical education.

Contraindications

A specialist of the highest category should know who can be harmed by reflexology, that this is a procedure that can not be done by the following persons:

• With the presence of benign and malignant tumors;
• Pregnant;
• In a state of intoxication;
• In a state of mental overexcitation;
• With serious diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
• With pain, the cause of which is incomprehensible;
• With poor blood coagulability;
• With the presence of a pacemaker;
• With obvious signs of exhaustion.

It is also necessary to remember that it can not only be useless, but also cause complications and exacerbations of the existing problem.

How to choose a doctor?

When choosing a specialist, learn about his experience, qualifications and level of preparation, check the availability of a license. For a practicing doctor who does everything honestly and correctly, to provide information will not be difficult. Also look for reviews on the work of this doctor.

It is very important that the procedure uses sterile needles. Do not hesitate and directly ask the specialist about this.

Explain to the doctor your problem. The professional will hurry to learn from the patient about his lifestyle, habits, pay attention to the complexion and measure the pulse and pressure. At once specify, what quantity of sessions it is necessary to pass and what will be the cost of this course.

Description of the procedure

The number of procedures can be from 6 to 12. The duration of the session is 10-20 minutes.

Points of influence are located throughout the body. Therefore, you need to be ready to remove some of the clothes. The procedure is most often performed on a massage table. Needles are used special, the number of them can be from 5 to 20 pieces. After the introduction, a specialist can rotate and move them. Needles are also certified and can be steel, silver, gold or platinum. During the session, you need to completely relax. It's not for all it turns out.

results

To date, reflexotherapy is used to solve problems not only from the side of health, but also to improve the appearance. Very good results show the application of methods for weight loss, to improve the skin condition. Against the background of positive results, many specialists are developing their own unique methods.

It is worth noting that if after several sessions of improvement is not noticed, then continue treatment in this way probably does not make sense. The method is designed for a fast reaction of the body. But, unfortunately, is not an ideal tool for all. Of course, it is necessary to believe that acupuncture can have a positive effect on health. Otherwise, it makes no sense even to try. Unbelief is the greatest enemy of all beginnings.