Paraffin-ozocerite applications in the home: a description of the procedure, indications and effectiveness

Only at first glance the term "ozocerite" seems complicated and incomprehensible. In fact, so called mountain wax, natural carbon from the group of oil. Sometimes it is conditionally attributed to minerals. In fact, it is a mixture of high-molecular, saturated hydrocarbons. It looks like beeswax and has a smell of kerosene. In pharmacies, it is sold in the form of small blocks that can be heated in a water bath and used as directed by a doctor. Paraffin-ozocerite applications are widely used in medicine. Their action is due to the content of biologically active components that penetrate the body through the skin and have a healing effect. Separate components of ozocerite activate the restoration of damaged tissues and organs. Therefore paraffin-ozocerite applications are used for children and adults with a variety of diseases.

Appointment

Usually, people do not know about this method of treatment, until a doctor appoints him to apply. And then paraffin with ozocerite becomes a permanent helper, which is used for a variety of diseases. And it's no accident. Paraffin-ozocerite applications at home are used to achieve a short-term vasospasm with their subsequent expansion. This increases blood flow and metabolism, triggering regeneration processes. Chemicals from ozocerite stimulate cell growth and activate immune processes.

What causes the therapeutic effects

In addition to the chemical composition of the application, the thermal factor is also of great importance. Increase in skin temperature in the area of exposure to 2-3 degrees at a depth of 4-5 cm leads to vasodilation, increased blood flow, the synthesis of biologically active substances and activation of the secretion of endocrine glands. As a result, a number of positive effects are observed.

Doctors note the anti-inflammatory effect, which is important for problems with the musculoskeletal system. In addition, spasmolytic, absorbable and analgesic effects are observed. Paraffin-ozocerite applications for children are most often started to be done closer to a year, if they can not walk because of their tone. Usually it's enough to spend 10-14 procedures, and the kid starts to stand confidently on the legs, and then move around.

Indications and contraindications

Most often, these are inflammatory diseases of the superficial tissues and internal organs, the consequences of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. Often, using this simple method can effectively treat the pathology of the reproductive system, skin diseases and ENT organs. Even such a complex ailment, as trophic ulcers associated with the obstruction of the vessels, is very well amenable to correction together with local and systemic therapy.

However, there are procedures and contraindications that can not be ignored. These are acute inflammatory processes, heart disease, liver cirrhosis and various tumors. Do not use paraffin-ozocerite applications during pregnancy. Moreover, the period of lactation is also the reason to postpone the course of treatment until its end. Only if your doctor individually decided to make an exception, you can neglect this rule.

Cost of the procedure

This is another factor that speaks for using paraffin-ozocerite applications. The price of such procedures is relatively low even in a hospital (220 rubles for one application), at home you can buy paraffin and ozocerite packages and use them as many times as necessary, each time just warming up. Each of them will cost 80-90 rubles. Add to this the cost of wrapping cloth, oilcloth base and brush for application, it still will not exceed 500 rubles. And after the course of treatment, all this can be carefully removed until the next time.

How to use

There are several ways to perform this procedure. However, it is best to entrust her to an experienced nurse. It does not represent anything dangerous, but the technique of heating itself must be worked out to automatism. A little less - and a cool applique can not give a therapeutic effect. Slightly overheated - and paraffin-ozocerite applications can severely burn unprotected skin. That's why caution does not hurt.

There are several ways to use ozocerite. The very first is to melt it to a temperature of 65 degrees and apply a brush to the skin. The second method is similar, but the effect is deeper. The limb is smeared with ozocerite, and then placed in a vessel where there is a melted mixture of paraffin and ozocerite. And again we will warn about the necessity of observing the correct temperature regime. Quickly clean the limb from too hot a substance will not succeed.

Applications are a simpler option for beginners. Paraffin-ozocerite applications are performed in this way most often at home. To do this, the molten ozocerite is poured onto a small oilcloth in the form and, after waiting for the cooling (by checking with your own hand), is transferred to the surface of the body.

Recommendations of doctors

In fact, the procedure is fairly simple, and so anyone can do it at home, the main thing is to practice a little. However, several important factors need to be considered:

• In the midst of a hot season, these procedures should not be followed, the air temperature in the room should not exceed 18-20 degrees.
• The temperature will have to be selected individually. It is best to use the application, the temperature of which you can check as you cool down. The substance should be hot enough, but not to leave a strong reddening and, especially, burning sensations.
• On the joints do not apply a therapeutic mixture, the doctor recommends the applique only on the shins, hips, calves and toes.
• The exposure time is also selected individually. On average, it is about 10 minutes. Before and after the procedure, you need to do a relaxing massage with oil or cream.

Making of applique

And we go directly to the technique. Now we will consider in detail what paraffin-ozocerite applications are. How to make them, you will understand better, having tried it in practice. As a test it is better to use someone from adults. The following components are required for the session:

• Cosmetic paraffin (do not use candles) and ozokerite in approximately equal proportions.
• Two tanks: one for wax, the second for a water bath.
• Gauze and scissors.
• Food film.
• Warm diaper, plaid or towel.
• Vaseline to impart plasticity.

We pass directly to the case

We have everything ready, and now you can make paraffin-ozocerite applications. How to do a child, it is best to learn from a nurse or the first time to apply for a neck around your father. First of all, it is necessary to melt the solid substance on a very slow fire. Do not allow water to enter the mixture. It cools down much longer than paraffin itself, and can lead to a burn of the skin. When the agent has completely melted, you can inject Vaseline and mix. On prepared in advance wide layers of gauze laid out on a food film, to pour a layer of a mix.

Now the place for the application of the mixture must be carefully dried and several layers of paraffin applied with a soft brush. He will quickly grab and protect the skin from unpleasant sensations. Over it is superimposed a little cooled gauze. Heat from this composition will last long enough. The child is covered with a blanket and left for 15 minutes.

Do not forget that the use of such applications is possible only according to the doctor's prescription. With hypertension, they can bring a quick positive result, and with a hypotone, on the contrary, relax muscles too, which will only worsen the condition. Therefore, in spite of the importance of preventive measures, consult a physician beforehand. But if the baby is sick, but the temperature is normal, you can make warming appliques on the chest and instead of socks.

Instead of concluding

As you can see, paraffin-ozocerite wraps are not anything complicated. They can be used for adults and children. Women often use cosmetic paraffin wraps to maintain the beauty and health of the skin of the hands and feet. These procedures are not only very useful, but also pleasant, as well as uncomplicated. Having bought reusable paraffin wax and ozocerite in the pharmacy, you can use them for many years and rejoice at the results achieved.