Speleocameras have been known for their positive properties since the sixties of the last century. Now this method has gained recognition among doctors, although it is not a fully medical treatment.
Speleocamera: what is it?
This therapeutic measure has another name - "salt cave". Thus, it becomes clearer what constitutes a procedure referred to as a speleocamera. What is it, what effect does it have, what indications does it have, contraindications - all this information will be offered by the attending physician. And he will explain why the procedure is necessary in your case. But in general terms, we will talk about it in this material.
A speleocamera is a room whose walls are covered with special salt blocks. They can be from both sea and red salt (sylvinite).
The air in salt caves has increased ionization, which has a healing effect on the human body. In nature, such conditions exist high in the mountains, at sea, or in natural caves.
Rules for visiting the speleocamera
In many cases, a speleocamera is very useful. What is this, in general terms, it is clear, and now you should pay close attention to the rules of the procedure. Indeed, the patient’s diligence directly depends on how quickly he will recover.
A visit to the speleo camera is agreed in advance. A person must come at a strictly scheduled time. Late arrivals at the entrance to the cave cause discomfort to patients already in it. Children under ten years old must attend the speleocamera with their parents.
Before the procedure, you need to clean your nose so that breathing is not difficult. Outerwear, whether it be a coat or a jacket, is previously removed. Some facilities provide a change of laundry to visit the salt cave. If such a service is not available, then you need to take care of it yourself by preparing clothes from cotton fabrics, replaceable shoes and shoe covers.
Having entered the speleocamera, a person takes a comfortable pose and is in the room for a certain time, according to individual recommendations. In a salt cave it is possible to move freely, but not to the detriment of the people in it.
Patients with skin diseases are prescribed a separate procedure. This is done for convenience and lack of moral discomfort.
Do not carry objects inside the speleo camera. For relaxation, quiet, calm music is included.
For diseases of the respiratory tract, respiration rules must be followed. So, in the case of diseases of the respiratory system (lungs, bronchi, and so on), it is necessary to breathe through the mouth. Inhalation is done slowly and deeply, then for a second you need to hold the air, and then breathe out just as slowly. In the treatment of the upper respiratory tract (nose and adjacent organs), inhalation and exhalation are done through the nose. This separation of breathing contributes to the speedy recovery of a person.
Experts say that a course of fifteen procedures is equivalent to a month of relaxation on the seashore or in the mountains.
Indications for the procedure
This treatment procedure is prescribed for the following diseases and conditions:
- respiratory tract - bronchitis, asthma, pulmonary failure and others;
- heart and blood vessels - hypertension, pre- and post-infarction state;
- gastrointestinal tract - ulcer, colitis, gastroduodenitis and others;
- musculoskeletal system - polyarthritis, osteochondrosis and others;
- skin - neurodermatitis, eczema, peeling, cracks and others;
- neurovegetative dysfunction - dystonia, dyskinesia, and so on;
- neuroendocrine - overweight, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease;
- cellulite;
- chronic fatigue;
- depression;
- anti-aging procedures;
- body improvement.
Like any medical procedure, the speleocamera has nuances. Indications and contraindications for this treatment must be taken into account and in no case should they be neglected.
Speleocamera: contraindications
Speleocamera is strictly contraindicated in:
- acute stage of any disease;
- mental disorders;
- malignant neoplasms;
- pregnancy
- tuberculosis
- anatomical features;
- alcohol intoxication.
Recommendations
Having learned about such a procedure as a speleocamera - what it is and how it is carried out, it should be noted that, in addition to the rules for visiting it, there are some important recommendations.
The advice of doctors and patients who have undergone this procedure:
- it is undesirable to visit a speleocamera for people who have a fear of an enclosed space;
- You cannot be in a salt cave for those whose body temperature is above normal;
- recently transferred lung diseases are a contraindication to speleotherapy;
- during the procedure, it is strictly forbidden to touch the eyes with your hands, as there are cases of salt burns;
- the use of decorative cosmetics and perfume is prohibited;
- one hour before the start of the session, do not start eating or doing physical exercises;
- if you haven’t been given a change of clothes before the procedure, remember that you cannot go into the treatment room with underwear made of artificial fabric, so buy clothes made from natural materials in advance;
- immediately after the procedure and thirty minutes after it is forbidden to drink water;
- After visiting the speleocamera, hands should be washed without fail.