Arthritis, arthrosis and other joint diseases for most people, especially in the elderly, are a real problem. Their development causes very noticeable discomfort, along with a number of unpleasant changes - pain, inflammatory processes, joint deformation, decreased motor activity. And often, therapy takes a considerable amount of time, since such conditions are difficult to treat. Usually, patients visit medical institutions for this, but in addition, apparatus for treating joints at home helps to effectively combat these diseases. What kind of miraculous healers are of artificial origin?
Varieties of devices
Currently, it is possible to fight joint diseases with the help of a variety of equipment, which can be classified into several types, depending on the principle of operation:
- laser devices ;
- devices using a magnetic field;
- ultrasound devices.
As the research results show, the effect of the laser directly on the cells leads to their active reproduction. In turn, this helps to accelerate the regeneration processes in damaged tissues.
Exposure to a magnetic field also gives positive results. Magnetic waves of different intensities are used, having a therapeutic effect. This therapy has many advantages:
- Restrictions on the use of virtually none.
- The joint capsule is not loaded.
- Magnetization is not observed.
- Magnetic waves are perfectly transmitted to the body’s internal fluids - blood, lymph, and cellular substances.
The use of an ultrasound apparatus for the treatment of joints helps to increase the permeability of the skin, as well as improve the absorption of medications. If you compare this technique with other methods of physiotherapy, then it also lacks certain advantages. Firstly, it is not necessary to take medications, which avoids many side effects. Secondly, the effectiveness of treatment is quite high.
Contraindications to the use of devices
Any treatment is based not only on certain properties of the applied medical devices, the patient’s mood and his emotional state also play an important role. Of course, much also depends on the right choice of a therapeutic course. This decision is made by the attending physician, based on the characteristics of the course of the disease.
In this connection, in any case, a visit to the doctor is necessary in case of problems regarding the musculoskeletal system. You can use some devices for the treatment of joints at home, which are no less effective than drug therapy. The main thing is to carefully read the instructions that are attached to each device.
In addition, they have their contraindications:
- Bleeding of various intensities.
- Hypotension.
- Diseases with purulent discharge.
- The presence of a pacemaker.
- Thyroid disease.
- Heart arythmy.
- Infectious diseases in acute form.
- Pregnancy, and completely the entire period.
- The presence of tuberculosis.
As medical practice shows, there have not yet been recorded cases of complications during physiotherapy procedures. Nevertheless, if the patient independently decides to use the devices at home, he may feel dizzy (mild), headache, weakness.
In this case, you must immediately visit a doctor who will select the optimal course of treatment, or even completely ban such manipulations.
The power of magnetic interaction "Almag-01"
Those people who are overcome by a joint problem can benefit from a magnetic device called the Almag-01. It is easy to use at home, and a high level of efficiency is achieved thanks to pulsed magnetic beams. They are able to penetrate deep into the tissue up to 80 mm, producing a therapeutic effect. In other words, any affected joint will be in the range of this device.
The effectiveness of treatment follows immediately in several directions, but what is most valuable - the need for taking medications in the prescribed dosage will disappear with prolonged use of the device. That is, the apparatus is able to enhance the effect of drugs.
In addition, the device leads to increased blood supply in the affected joints. Due to this, the microorganisms that provoked inflammation quickly leave this zone. Swelling and other signs of inflammation also disappear. All this helps to improve the patient’s condition, and in a fairly short time.
Indications for use
The device can be used not only for the treatment of joints, the magnetic apparatus is also able to exert a beneficial effect on the internal organs and their systems in the body. Thus, the Almag device can be successfully used for the treatment of other diseases:
- gastritis;
- ulcer;
- dyskinesia;
- cholecystitis;
- bronchial asthma;
- damage to the nervous system.
The device is manufactured by a domestic manufacturer and fully complies with all quality standards and norms. The price of the device is in the range of 6-8 thousand rubles.
Therapy device "Denas"
This device of dynamic electroneurostimulation (DENS) successfully copes with diseases of the joints, although it is mainly used to treat the whole organism. A feature of the device is that it, as it were, activates human immunity, which, in turn, triggers the nervous and hormonal systems of the body.
Indications for the use of the Denas apparatus for the treatment of joints include pain, as well as problems with internal organs and their systems. Its cost varies from 8 to 10 thousand rubles.
Models of Denas
In addition, today there are various types of apparatus on sale:
- The 2014 model is a universal device that has three preset modes. At the moment, the device is discontinued.
- "DENAS-Vertebra" - the model is intended for use during the rehabilitation period after injuries, past illnesses, surgical intervention. The device also allows you to adjust the functioning of internal systems and their organs. The device has several necessary wellness programs.
- "Osteo-DENS" is a narrow-profile medical device that allows you to relieve muscle tension, as well as pain in the bones and joints in the shoulder girdle and neck. The device for treating joints at home is equipped with a special mode that will be useful to people with increased weather sensitivity. The program allows you to reduce the impact of negative effects that occur against the backdrop of changing weather conditions.
- “DENAS-Cosmo” - with the help of this model it is possible to effectively stop age-related skin changes, smooth out wrinkles, and also eliminate oily skin problems, inflammation and a number of other manifestations. It contains such automatic programs as Lymphatic Drainage and Nutrition. The course of treatment is 15 minutes daily. The result can be detected in a few days.
- "DENAS-mini" - this model can be used not only on an outpatient basis, but also at home. The device has a beneficial effect on the physiological systems of the body, and is also suitable for the treatment of functional and pathological disorders.
In general, the medical apparatus for treating joints has practically no side effects and contraindications. At the same time, it can not be used by people with a pacemaker, women in early pregnancy and people with individual intolerance to electrical stimulation, which is extremely rare.
Ultrasound Therapy - Reton
In appearance, the device resembles an apparatus for washing clothes, which has been actively advertised for a long time. This is due to the fact that it is one and the same manufacturer that is developing ultrasound equipment for various purposes. But there is no reason to panic, because the physiological effect of the model for medical purposes is completely directed to the tissues of the human body.
The therapeutic effect is achieved due to the penetration of ultrasonic waves deep into the tissue, which ensures a massage effect. Only the effect of fluctuations is characterized by a uniform effect than a regular massage.
Radiation in itself causes harm to the body, and for this reason the Reton ultrasound therapy apparatus produces it with low intensity. The result is a stimulating effect that speeds up the recovery process.
Indications for ultrasound therapy
As a rule, the device is used only for various functional disorders, as well as during the rehabilitation period:
- Pathological processes of the skin. The device is highly effective against psoriasis, neurodermatitis, seborrhea. In addition, it can be used for wound healing, which avoids the formation of gross scars.
- Neuritis, neuralgia, loss of sensation or mobility of a limb due to a stroke or trauma.
- Frequent upper respiratory tract infection. The device can be successfully used for the treatment and prevention of rhinitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis.
- The defeat of the musculoskeletal system. The device is ideally suited for the treatment of arthrosis of the knee joint, since it allows you to effectively eliminate pain in the early stages of the disease.
- Urinary system diseases - cystitis, pyelonephritis, prostatitis.
- Functional disorders of the digestive tract.
These indications allow you to use the device yourself at home. However, the list may be expanded after consulting a doctor.
Laser exposure of the Orion 5 device
Another device with which you can successfully deal with diseases of the musculoskeletal system is Orion 5. Its principle of operation is based on the work of laser beams, due to which blood supply is increased in the area of the affected joint. As a result, the penetration of the active substances of medical preparations into diseased tissues is significantly improved. In turn, this leads to stimulation of the outflow of toxic substances from the affected area. Swelling under the influence of laser radiation also resolves.
The device is not inferior in effectiveness to the Almag-01 device, and it can be used in the presence of the most common diseases of the musculoskeletal system:
- arthrosis;
- arthritis;
- radiculitis;
- osteochondrosis.
For the treatment of different groups of diseases, the device is equipped with two special nozzles (magnetic mirror and mirror). In this connection, the device will be useful for neuralgia, plexitis, lumbago, sciatica. Such a physiotherapeutic effect has a beneficial effect on the whole organism. And as a result, not only metabolism improves, but the immune system is also strengthened. Procedures should be carried out regularly, and the duration of therapy is not more than 5 minutes.
Rays do not harm the eyes, and the use of the Orion 5 device is approved by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. The delivery includes an instruction manual, which describes in detail how to use the device and for which diseases.
Also there are cases where the laser therapeutic apparatus "Orion" is not recommended. Obvious contraindications include tuberculosis, diabetes, blood, kidney and liver diseases, and fever. The device is manufactured in Russia, and its cost is about 12 thousand rubles.
Multifunctional therapy
Joint diseases can be treated with a multifunctional device called Milta. Among other devices described above, it has several types of effects on the affected area:
- magnetic radiation;
- laser exposure;
- LED phototherapy.
Magnetic rays can effectively relieve pain in the damaged joint, contribute to the penetration of micronutrients into a sore spot and the removal of hazardous substances. In addition, the radiation of the apparatus for treating joints at home has a calming effect, due to which the emotional state of a person improves.
Laser exposure also helps relieve pain and improve blood supply to the affected joint. The rays freely reach the deep layers - up to 13 cm. Ultimately, radiation favorably affects the problem areas of not only the limbs, but also the body as a whole.
The efficiency of infrared LEDs is not so high in comparison with magnetic or laser radiation. But at the same time, they have a beneficial effect on the patient’s nervous vegetative system. LEDs also warm well joints and accelerate the regeneration of the skin.
Using the All-In-One
All three of these modes can be used individually or in combination. In this case, combination therapy allows you to get the desired result in a short time. This multifunctional device for the treatment of joints at home can be used in a lying position or standing. Only before the procedure is it worth checking the device for serviceability:
- Are all its parts intact?
- performance indicators;
- laser device functionality;
- when you turn on the device, a sound is usually made.
After making sure that the device is fully operational, you can start therapy. As for the duration of the procedures, it all depends on the severity of the disease and the individual characteristics of the body. Therefore, it is worth consulting a doctor who will select the appropriate treatment regimen.
It is important to use the device correctly and be sure to ensure that the device is turned off when the procedure is completed. If the device is not used correctly, then one should not be surprised at the lack of a treatment effect. This is at best, but sometimes there can be unpleasant side effects: headache, dizziness, drowsiness, weakness throughout the body.
However, this applies to all popular devices for the treatment of joints. And in this regard, you must read the instructions before using any device. Well, getting a consultation with your doctor will not hurt either.
In conclusion
In the end, it is worth mentioning important warnings. And first of all, it is extremely undesirable to prescribe yourself this or that type of physiotherapeutic effect, since everything mainly depends on the course of a disease. For this reason, you should talk to your doctor in advance regarding the use of various devices. And this has been mentioned more than once in the topic of this article.
It is undesirable to increase the duration of exposure, as this will not enhance the effect. The recommended time is always indicated in the operating instructions for the device. And usually it is no more than 20 minutes.
All necessary solutions and other necessary means are prepared immediately before therapy. Fabrics should be used only natural, and they should be clean.
From this review of apparatus for treating joints, everyone will be able to choose the best option to combat the disease of the musculoskeletal system. With their help, you can improve your health and put in order not only the joints, but also the body as a whole.