For diseases of the musculoskeletal system, doctors often prescribe therapeutic massage sessions to patients. During this procedure, special lubricants must be used. One of these preparations is the Radiculite Balm massage gel . This tool not only facilitates the sliding of hands on the skin, but also has a healing effect. Its use enhances the therapeutic effect of massage.
Composition, action and price
The composition of the gel for massage "Radiculite Balm" includes the following active ingredients:
- Ether of the Australian Tea Tree. Oil relieves swelling and inflammation, and also acts as an antiseptic and wound healing agent.
- Menthol. This substance relieves pain and cools the skin.
- Camphor. This component has a local irritating, analgesic and disinfecting effect.
The manufacturer of the drug is the Kalina concern. Gel for massage "Radiculite Balm" is packaged in tubes of 50 or 70 ml. This is an inexpensive and affordable tool. Its price is from 60 to 75 rubles.
Gel benefits
Today, on sale you can find a wide variety of massage oils. However, experts recommend giving preference to gel-based preparations. This is due to the following advantages of such tools:
- Gel for massage "Radiculite Balm" does not clog pores. It can be used for people with oily skin.
- Gel products provide gliding of hands even on skin areas with increased hair growth.
- Gels are able to penetrate deeper into the skin than oils.
In addition, the gels are convenient to use. They do not leave stubborn stains on linen and are easily washed.
Indications and contraindications
The gel is recommended to be used during therapeutic massage. This tool effectively eliminates muscle stiffness in osteochondrosis. The drug also relieves pain with radiculitis and helps relieve muscle fatigue. Using a gel makes massage treatments more effective.
This product has a natural composition and is almost harmless. The instruction for Radiculite Balm massage gel does not recommend using this medication only for allergies to tea tree essential oil, menthol and camphor.
Unwanted effects
The drug is usually well tolerated and does not cause adverse effects. In very rare cases, itching and redness of the skin may occur. Such a reaction may be associated with individual sensitivity to the components of the gel. If the product is used for the first time, it is recommended to apply the drug to a small area of the epidermis (for example, on the wrist). If within 10-15 minutes no allergic manifestations are noted, then the gel can be used.
Mode of application
Before the procedure, the Radiculite Balm massage gel is applied to the skin with a thin layer. Then the drug is triturated on the surface of the epidermis. The tool can be used for both manual and hardware massage procedures.
Reviews
Patients respond positively to the Radiculite Balm massage gel. This inexpensive tool has repeatedly saved them with exacerbation of osteochondrosis, as well as with radiculitis. In this case, the drug is consumed very economically. People report that they need about two tubes of gel for 10 treatments.
The use of the drug also allows you to relieve muscle fatigue and muscle tension of the back after physical exertion or long sitting work. Patients also note the effectiveness of the gel with minor bruises. This remedy helps to quickly eliminate swelling, pain and hematoma.
Some women use the gel during prophylactic anti-cellulite massage. The use of this product helped them avoid the appearance of an "orange peel" on the hips and buttocks.
The disadvantages of the drug, patients attribute only its pungent smell. This aroma is due to the presence of essential oils and camphor in the gel. However, in this case, patients did not experience any undesirable effects after using the drug. The odorous components of the gel are harmless to the skin and to the body.