Acupuncture

Thousands of years old reflective treatment, where relevant acupuncture points
are stimulated by acupuncture needles. Whole body acupuncture is especially used
for treating aching conditions and functional disorders of inner organs,
vertebrogenic algid syndrome, neuralgias, tinnit.
Acupuncture of the earlobes is often a part of weaning cures, for example
supportive treatment of obesity, smoking etc.
Counterindication: bleeding, suppuration in the place
of needle application, fear of needles
Bio-Solarium
Bio-solarium is a devise designed for cosmetic purposes – creating a suntan.
Gaining a suntan is quicker and it lasts longer, with the intensified
effect of UVA radiation and the filtration of UVB radiation. The period of
sunbathing is 6 -12 minutes. Bio-solarium has also a sedative effect to the
organism and it strengthens the immunity system.
Indication: strengthening of non-specific immunity,
post-operation condition, psoriasis, some skin diseases
Counterindication: tumours, post radiotherapy
condition, photo dermatitis, heavy arteriosclerosis, atrophic skin, herpes
zoster, open wounds
Bath Air Jet
The bath Air Jet is an intensive combination of underwater and air massage in a bathtub
with a sparing effect on the organism. It has an overall relaxing effect
and it improves the blood circulation in the skin and muscles. It has to be
prescribed by a doctor. The bath takes 20 minutes; water temperature is 37
- 38°C.
Indication: locomotive system disorders, obesity,
overwork conditions, sleeplessness
Counterindication: skin injuries, suppurating and
mycotic skin diseases, acute and feverish illnesses, cardiovascular
decompensation, higher supervision of epileptics
Colon Hydrotherapy
During this procedure, irrigation of the large intestine and the removal of
deposits from the intestine mucosa is done by a special apparatus /colon-hydromat/,
water and belly massage. It is recommended to eat light pulpy meals, fruit and
vegetables and to drink plenty of liquid, one day before the procedure.
Indication: chronic constipation, digestive disorders,
flatulence, tiredness, headaches, precaution of large intestine tumours,
allergic diseases and immunity disorders /eczema, nettle rash/, obesity
Counterindication: acute inflammation of large
intestine especially with the formation of ulcers, tumours, congenital defects
intestine and intestine narrowing, pregnancy, cardiac decompensation
Chiro-Practice
Chiro-practice is a medicinal method dealing with osteopathic examination
of joint and spine functions. The purpose is the diagnosis and curing of the
functional blockage of the spine and limb joints. It is performed by a doctor
– who is a specialist in myosceletar medicine. The procedure takes 20-30
minutes.
Classical
Massage
Classical massage has a relaxation function. This procedure complements the
cure in the cases of loosening stiff muscles, treating painful contractions, or
to prepare a patient before medical exercise.
Counterindication: post-operation conditions of
enterocoele and chest. Varicose veins of lower limbs, serious problems with
blood circulation and bleeding conditions.
Cryotherapy
Curing by cold. In our spa it is used as a local therapy for acute
inflammations. It is a short time application. Only several minutes.
Dyadinamic
Dyadinamik is one of the most common devises of electro-therapy, which uses a low
current for its analgesic and spasmolytic effect and for the improvement of
blood circulation in tissues. It has to be prescribed by a doctor, the
length of application is 3-6 minutes according to the activity of the disorders
/with acute conditions being daily and for a shorter period, with chronic
conditions 3x week up to 6 minutes/.
Indication: locomotive system disorders /pain in
joints and the spine/
Counterindication: cardio-stimulator, tumours,
sensitivity disorders, metal implants within current lines, pregnancy, eczema
and bleeding condition.
Drinking Cure
A drinking cure is important and, for kidney and urinary tract diseases,
the main part of a spa treatment. The principal of a drinking cure
consists of drinking 1 – 3 times per day, a certain amount of mineral
water according to the medical prescription. A recommended amount is 1.5
– 2 l per day. The drinking cure affects the organism by temperature,
chemical composition and the volume. It influences urine composition by inducing
a water diuresis, it stimulates the kidneys into faster activity and
positively affects intestine peristalsis. Drinking mineral springs before eating
increases the efficiency and enables better absorption of mineral substances. An
important element of a drinking cure is to establish the correct drinking
regime. Within a calm atmosphere of the spas, the fluids intake is unforced
and the habit can even be transferred home.
Dry CO2 Gas Application

This is the application of Maria’s gas to the subcutis in the area of large
joints and the spine. The principle effect it produces is the abatement of pain,
the improvement of the rate of blood circulation in certain areas and the
acceleration of healing.
Indication: disorders of blood circulation in limbs,
ischaemic heart disease, painful degenerative disorders of joints and the spine.
Counterindication: local inflammation of skin and
subcutis in the area of application, bleeding.
Dry CO2
Gas Bath
Gas
Bath. Naturally occurring Maria’s gas is used, which arises in Mariánské Lázně.
It is a gas of volcanic origin, which contains 99.7 % CO2
and is used in a form of dry gas baths and gas application. The gas is also
absorbed through clothes, affects vasodilatation and directly effects skin
receptors. It improves blood circulation, it has anti-inflammatory effect,
accelerates the healing of wounds and positively affects kidney activity.
Maria’s gas stimulates production of sexual hormones testosterone and
oestradiol, this is why it is successfully used for the improvement of sexual
functions of men and women and to relieve menopausal symptoms in females.
Plastic sacks are used for administration, into which Maria’s gas is pumped.
Indication: ischaemic disorder of lower limbs,
hypertension, gynaecologic and urologic indications, sexual functions disorders.
Electrotherapy
This procedure uses various kinds of electric currents, which improves blood
circulation in tissues, loosens tension of skeletal and smooth muscles or on the
contrary it develops their tension, has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
According to the prevailing effect, a suitable type of electrotherapy is
chosen for treating disorders of the locomotive system, blood circulation
disorders, chronic inflammatory and degenerative disorders, post-operation
conditions, chronic gynaecological and urinary tract inflammations, digestive
and respiratory system disorders, skin diseases etc.
Counterindication: generally all infectious and
decompensated disorders, tumours, metal objects /cardio-stimulator, metal
fixation of bones, chains, watches/, bleeding, over sensitivity to electric
current, pregnancy
Extremiter
An apparatus used for vacuum-compressive therapy of upper or lower limbs. By
changing high and low pressure an improvement of the blood circulation and
tissue nourishment is gained, it supports re-opening of blood-vessel connections
and reduction in swellings.
Indication: ischaemic disorders of the lower limbs,
blood circulation disorders, chronic vein inadequacy, lymph oedema, trophic skin
disorders
Counterindication: thrombosis and thrombophlebitis,
extensive varicose veins
Exercise for Relaxation
This uses yoga elements for releasing muscle and psychic tension, inducing
balance in the area of autonomic nervous system, to influence disturbed
functions of inner organs. It is possible to combine it with aroma-therapy.
Indication: conditions of exhaustion and over
irritability, sleep disorders, functional disorders of the stomach, intestines,
hypertension, menopausal syndrome, stomach ulcers, increased irritability of the
urinary bladder, asthma bronchiole, some forms of eczema and dermatitis
Counterindication: epilepsy
Four-Chamber Bath
Four-chamber
bath uses a direct current of a constant intensity within a water
environment. Body tissues are polarised, which causes capillary hyperaemia.
Limbs are immersed into baths filled with water and when connecting the upper
limbs to a positive pole and lower limbs to a negative pole, it has a sedative
effect, when connected other way round it has a stimulating effect. It
improves blood circulation in the limbs and adjusts muscle tension. It has to be
prescribed by a doctor; the length of application is usually 20-30 minutes.
Indication: diabetic polyneuropathy, blood circulation
disorders of the limbs, disorders of innervation-parézy, acute post accident
conditions. Counterindication: cardio-stimulator,
obesitas magna
Gerovital
Injection regenerative treatment, slowing the ageing process, improving
concentration and memory.
Counterindication: over sensitivity to procaine.
Hydrotherapy
During this procedure,
according to patient’s health condition, 6 types of hydrotherapy are carried
out. A part of each hydro- therapy is exercise in a rehabilitation
pool. Before the treatment, it is necessary to have a shower and then,
according to instructions, to undergo individual stages of the prescribed water
treatment. After all treatments, it is recommended to relax for 30 minutes in a room
with relaxing music. This procedure is demanding on ones time as well as
physically, do not plan other program.
Inhalations
Mineral water used for inhalations, improves the mucosa function of the
respiratory system, produces anti-inflammatory effects, liquefies mucus and make
expectoration easier. Medicines may be added to the mineral water to relive
severe dyspnoea; in addition, natural salts and herbal extracts may be added to
treat catarrhs in the upper air passages.
Infra-sauna
nfra-sauna serves for warming the body with infrared radiation to a depth
of 4 cm. It uses the effect of warm and dry air at a temperature 45°C,
within the enclosed area of the sauna. A thermal regulating mechanism is
applied in a form of perspiration, it improves the blood circulation in the
skin and muscles and connective tissues are warmed up and loosened. The
recommended length of time is 20 - 30 minutes for an adult, but it is always
regulated by the subjective feelings of a client. The infra-sauna is used
for inducing the overall release, relaxation, for relaxation after muscle strain,
with muscle rheumatism, pain in joints and spine or for warming up and muscle
relaxation before a classical massage. Half an hour before and after the
sauna, it is recommended to drink a glass of still or mineral water. The
procedure is not suitable during acute illnesses, further for cardiac patients,
oncological patient and patients with epilepsy and with bleeding.
In the case of any health problems, please consult your doctor, who will
recommend you suitable procedures.
Jacuzzi
Jacuzzi is a special whirl-bath for several people, where numerous water
jets provide underwater hydro-massage and air bubbles. It has a positive
effect on intensive blood circulation in tissues and their massage, it improves
their nutrition and washing away of metabolites, it improves lymphatic outflow
and absorption of swellings and exudations. The time in a Jacuzzi /5 - 10
minutes/ interline with swimming in a pool. This procedure is suitable
after operations, injuries and other disorders of locomotive system, after
physical strain for release and relaxation, it is used as a subsidiary cure
of cellulites and obesity.
Jacuzzi is not suitable for acute illnesses, injuries and skin diseases and for
children.
Kneipp’s cure
Kneipp’s cure is a part of a water treatment, when alternative
effect of hot and cold water is used, which supports tissue metabolism and blood
circulation. In Kneipp’s pool you alternatively walk through water of the
temperature of 40 - 42° C and cold mineral water of the temperature of 10
- 16° C. While walking hold on to a handrail and raise your knees. Always
finish the procedure in cold mineral water and dry your limbs properly with a Turkish
towel.
This procedure is suitable for headaches, neauro-vegetative dystonia, cold feet
syndrome, for patients with beginning with varixes, freeing up of ankles and leg
and feet joints.
Lavatherm, Duotherm
Local warm appliances, where
heat is generated by warming in a water bath or by chemical reaction inside
the cover.
Lymphatic Hydro-Massage
This is a gentle massage by water jets in a special cubicle. It could
be performed as overall, partial or in a combination with Scottish jets or
Turkish bath. It improves the clearing of lymphatic veins, normalises skin
tension, improves blood circulation in the skin and hypodermis, increases tissue
metabolism and stabilises the autonomic nervous system.
Indication: lymph oedema, chronic swellings,
functional disorders of blood circulation, increase of non-specific immunity,
supportive program for curing obesity
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, pacemakers, extensive varicose veins, bleeding, opened skin injuries,
claustrophobia, fluctuating hypertension
Lymphatic Massage by
Vibramat
A massage with the help of the appliance ‘Vibramat’, belongs amongst
other effective methods of differentiated treatment of cellulites. During this
procedure the skin is massaged by gentle pressure percussion, thanks to which,
the blood circulation is improved and the skin smoothes. The massage also helps
to remove wastes and fats from the skin and influences its strength and
elasticity.
Lymfoven - Pressure
Massage
Excess
pressure machine massage of the upper or lower limbs or abdomen area, buttocks
and thighs. Due to health reasons it is recommended to put on compressive
stocking or elastic bandage after the end of the massage. The whole procedure
lasts 40-60 minutes.
Indication: primary and secondary lymph oedema
especially after breast ablation, chronic swellings,in cosmetics as a
supportive cellulites cure
Counterindication: untreated malignant disorders,
swellings in consequence of heart decompensation, liver and kidney disease,
untreated suppurating and mould disorders of the skin.
Light Therapy
Light therapy is a medicinal method, the light energy has an effect on
hypothalamus through the eyes. Hypothalamus affects body processes. An important
role is played by the vegetative nervous system and its effect on all live
functions.
Mountain Sun
For this procedure,
ultraviolet radiation is used to increase non-specific immunity. Irradiation is
applied, usually 2-3x a week for 0,5-3 minutes according to the type of
skin. The eyes have to be protected by special glasses. Usually after 4-6 hours,
to a maximum 10-12 hours, the skin becomes slightly red. It has to be
prescribed by a doctor.
Indication: chronic and recurrent inflammations,
convalescence, some skin diseases, rachitis and osteoporosis
Counterindication: acute illnesses, photo-dermatitis,
post radio-therapy conditions, tumours, medicines increasing sensitivity to
ultraviolet radiation, bleeding conditions, hyperthyroidism, skin atrophy, heavy
arteriosclerosis, herpes zoster
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
This is given by a physiotherapist with special training. It is a manual
therapeutic interposition, during which there is a change of pressure on
the capillary wall, improvement of the exchange of matter between blood and
tissues. There is a set of grips for the upper and lower limbs. After a massage,
elastic stockings or bandage is put on. The whole procedure lasts 40-60 minutes.
Indication: lymphatic swellings of upper or lower
limbs, combined disorders of blood circulation
Counterindication: bleeding, opened skin injuries
Mineral Bath
The
bath is taken in mineral water with a high content of CO2,
mineral salts and humic acids at the temperature 28 - 34#176;C. Carbon dioxide
is absorbed by the skin, it increases the rate of blood circulation, positively
affects heart and kidney activity. In addition, a series of carbonic baths
has anti-stress effect. Various herbal extracts or Dead Sea salt may be added to
the mineral baths. The bath lasts for approximately 20 minutes, after the bath
follows a 20-minutes rest in a dry wrap.
Indication: heart and vascular system disorders,
kidney and urinary tract disorders, nervous system disorders
Counterindication: cardiac decompensation, epilepsy,
tendency of hypotension.
Mineral Bath with
Additives
The
effect of mineral water is complemented by the specific action of plant extracts.
nettle bath – softens the skin, speeds eczema healing
camomile bath – has anti-inflammatory effects, improves healing of wounds and
scars
baths with a mixture of nettles and horsetail plant decreases backaches and
aches of the joints
baths with the addition of tannin, oak bark potion or agrimony potion have anti-inflammatory
effects,
smoothing irritation of the skin and mucosa during inflammation of the urinary
bladder, urinary tube, inflammation of the vagina and perigenital area
Mineral Bath with the
Addition of Dead Sea Salts
Mineral water enriched with a natural mixture of minerals, salts and
micro-particles from the Dead Sea, improves the flexibility and elasticity of
the skin, it has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects, it also restores
organism immunity.
Indication: allergic disorders /asthma bronchiole,
eczema, allergic dermatitis, urtica, repeated and chronic inflammation of
respiratory tract, aching joints.
Counterindication: cardiac decompensation, epilepsy,
acute aggravation, opening of surface wounds.
Myo-Stimulator
Myo-stimulator is a device for cosmetic purposes to induce contractions and
relaxation of muscle fibres. It is used for the strengthening of chosen muscle
parts and decrease of fat tissue. The most frequently exercised muscles are
stomach and thighs. Exercise takes 20-30 minutes.
Counterindication: higher nerve-muscle excitability,
cardio-stimulator, osteoporosis
Nordic walking
Nordic
walking is sports walking with special walking sticks, which brings effective
movement and an increase in physical condition. During a walk, up to 600
muscles are working, it is circa 90% of all body muscles. The consumption of
calories increases by up to 40% and the average consumption up to 400 kcal per 1
hour. It increases aerobic endurance. It has a positive effect on muscle
imbalance. It strengthens muscles in the upper part of the body, improves heart
activity and blood circulation, it conserves hip and knee joints. For interested
clients we have prepared three types of walks divided into light, medium and
demanding.
Oxygen Therapy
This
is a regenerative oxygen treatment, which in combination with antioxidants
and body exercise helps the organism to remove free oxygen radicals which, when
accumulated, causes premature ageing of cells and a number of disorders. We
use the method of Prof. Ardenn, who developed an apparatus, which can add into
the organism pure oxygen and therefore the effect of the oxygen treatment will
last a long time. It improves oxidation of tissues and organs, physical as
well as mental efficiency, heart activity and elasticity of lung tissue.
Indication: total regeneration treatment, precaution
of heart attack and angina pectoris, immunity increase, post-operations
conditions and chemoprophylaxis of oncological disorders
Counterindication: advanced atherosclerosis, loose
retina, glaucoma, suppurating sinusitis, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers
Parafango
A mixture of paraffin and mud from North Italian volcanic lakes, is
used for the cosmetic treatment of cellulites.
Paraffin
Packs
This is a local thermal
therapy. White paraffin with an addition of paraffin oil is used in the
preparation. The affected area are dipped into a special container. This
procedure is used especially for curing degenerative hand joints disorders.
Pearl-Bubble
Bath
Pearl-bubble bath has a sedative effect, loosens muscular and mental
tension. It is used for locomotor system disorders,
to improve the blood circulation in limbs and to heal scars and also for
sleeplessness.
Phyaction
The device Phyaction, is able
to apply all currently available forms of electro-therapy. It is used mainly for
its analgesic effect, improving the blood circulation in tissues, strengthening
muscles of pelvic fundus and for myo-relaxing effect on the skeletal muscles. It
is prescribed by a doctor, the length of application is 3-20 minutes
depending on the type of electric current and the type of illness.
Indication: locomotive system disorders /vertebrogennic
algic syndrome, frozen shoulder syndrome / neuralgia, distortion, stress
incontinence, atonic urine bladder, ischaemic illness of lower limbs
Counterindication: cardio-stimulator, tumours,
sensitivity defects, metal implants within current line, pregnancy, eczema,
bleeding conditions.
Pulse Magneto-Therapy
Pulse magneto-therapy uses the effects of pulse electro-magnetic field applied
with help of cylindrical or flat applicators. It has a vasodilatation,
analgesic, anti-inflammatory, myo-relaxing and spasmolytic effect. It
accelerates the healing of bones and soft tissues. It has to be prescribed by a doctor;
the length of application is 10-30 minutes according to the power of applied
field.
Indication: degenerative and inflammatory illnesses of
locomotive system, functional defects of the locomotive system, bones fractures
and pseudo-arthrosis, sterile and microbial inflammation, irritative urinary
bladder.
Counterindication: cardio-stimulator, tumours,
pregnancy, bleeding states, disorders of endocrinal glands, heavy
atherosclerosis, epilepsy, menstruation
Peat-Bentonit Compress
They are disposable compresses made of 5 mm thick layer of clay and peat mixture
between two films. They are applied to the skin by a permeable film, warmed
up by portable carriers, which are applied to non-permeable film of the compress.
During 3 minutes, the temperature of the compress slowly increases up to 38°C,
which is kept for the whole application period. Tissues are slightly warmed up
at the application place, blood circulation and regeneration processes in skin
and subcutis improves. The compresses are mainly used in cosmetics and chronic
painful conditions, when a classical peat wrap means a large load for
the heart and blood vessels.
Indication: cellulites, supportive cure of obesity,
chronic rheumatic illnesses, arthrosis
Counterindication: decompensation of heart and blood
circulation, acute states, skin injuries, swellings
Peat Pack
Peat
is used in a form of wraps for locomotive system disorders, gynaecological
disorders and respiratory tract disorders. It is a form of thermal therapy.
Heat improves the blood circulation rate and the local metabolism, thereby
accelerating the absorption of chronic inflammatory infiltrates, it softens
connective tissues and loosens up skeletal muscles as well as smooth muscles of
inner organs.
Indication: locomotive system disorders, disorders of
respiratory tract, urologic and gynaecologic disorders, disorders of digestive
system.
Counterindication: not suitable for patients suffering from
cardiovascular disorders, for patients after brain incidence and oncologic
operations.
Peat Vaginal Tampons
They represent a form of localised thermal therapy. They are prepared from
sulphur-iron peat, which has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and spasmolytic
effects. Vaginal mucosa absorbs phytoestrogens, substances, which are, by their
content and effects, similar to female sexual hormones. It is possible to
prescribe the procedure only after a gynaecologic examination and with a gynaecologist’s
recommendation.
Indication: chronic gynaecologic inflammations, post-
operation conditions of small pelvis, female sterility, stress incontinence,
menopausal syndrome
Counterindication: acute inflammations of the vagina
or in the small pelvis, malignant tumours, pregnancy
Pedal bath
Pedal bath, as an alternative footbath, is also a part of the water
treatment of Kneipp’s type. It is active movement /pedalling/ in small tubs
with hot and cold water with the water level 20 - 25 cm.
Client begin movement by pedalling in hot water for circa 1 - 2 minutes and then
he/she changes to the tub with cold water for 30 seconds. The whole process is
repeated several times. The procedure is finished in cold water.
This procedure is suitable for patients with headaches, neauro-vegetative
dystonia, cold feet syndrome, for patients with beginning with varixes, freeing
up of ankles and leg and feet joints.
Reflexive
Massage
During a reflexive massage, hyperalgesic zones are affected, which
accompany inner organ disorders. A set of special techniques and grips,
which are chosen by a physiotherapist according to the patient’s actual
condition, are used. There are three basic sets - neck, back and pelvis.
Massages take 10 - 30 minutes according to what has been prescribed.
Reflexive
Foot Massage
Herbal massage is followed by acupressure massage of the feet. Through this
special technique it is possible to influence the function of inner organs and
to induce a balance in the area of autonomic nerves.
Indication: Conditions of exhaustion and edginess,
sleeplessness, depression, headaches, functional disorders of the digestive
system, irritating urinary bladder, menopausal syndrome, syndrome of tired feet
Counterindication: pregnancy, purulent and mycotic
feet disorders, extensive varicose veins, ticklish feet
Short-Wave Diathermy
A short-wave diathermy
is an electro-therapeutic procedure, which uses the thermal effect of high
frequency electric current. During this procedure, tissues and organs are warmed
deep inside, the local metabolism is increased, it also supports absorption of
chronic inflammatory, after injury and after operation infiltrates, it improves
the elasticity of connective tissues, it also has an analgesic effect. It has to
be prescribed by a doctor. The length of application is 10-15 minutes.
Indication: chronic illnesses of joint, ligaments and
tendons, gynaecologic and urological chronic inflammations, post-operation
condition, urgent incontinence.
Counterindication: cardio-stimulator, direct
application to metal implants, malign tumours, acute inflammations, bleeding
conditions, application on the stomach during menstruation period, application
on thymus and growth zones, trombophlebitis etc.
Shiatzu Massage
This represents a complete relaxation massage, which uses all components of
acupressure in combination with relaxing music and aroma-therapy. It is given by
a doctor or physiotherapist with special training. It takes 50-60 minutes
Indication: total exhaustion, depression, sleep
disorders, menopausal syndrome, respiratory track disorders, oncological
disorders, post-operation conditions or injuries to the locomotive system
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, epilepsy
Sigorol
- Massage Roller
Instrumental massage for strengthening and stretching connective tissue, skin
and weak muscles, removal of cellulites, metabolism stimulation and reduction of
body mass. It is possible to support the effect by an application of ivy gel.
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, bleeding, immediate post-operation conditions, pregnancy.
Scottish Jets
Scottish jets belong amongst
water procedures; there are alternating jets of warm and cold water. It is
applied from a distance of about 3 m with a pressure of 3 ATM.
The warm jet has 40°C and it takes 30 seconds, then follows a cold jet at
a temperature of 15-20°C, for 5-10 seconds. Both jets repeatedly alternate
6-10 times and are always ended by a cold jet of water.
Indication: locomotive system disorders, functional
disorders of blood circulation, neuro-vegetative dystonia, for physiological and
physical relaxation
Counterindication: tendency to haematomas, heavier
hypertension, more serious heart and vessel illnesses, heavier osteoporosis
Slide-Styler
Cosmetic treatment of
cellulites, which consists of a cinnamon or paraffin wrap, pressure massage
in an apparatus lymfoven and cosmetic skin treatment.
Counterindication: over sensitivity to cinnamon
extract, blood circulation disorders, suppurating and mycotic skin disorders
Solux
Solux uses the thermal effect
of locally applied radiation. It is applied from the distance of 50cm for 10-15
minutes.
When applied to the face during inflammations of side nose sinuses, the eyes
have to be protected by special glasses.
Indication: chronic painful syndromes as a preparation
before a classical massage or movement therapy
Counterindication: acute states
Sanarium
Hot-air bath to a temperature of 50°C, with automatic air humidification.
After warming the body /in 10 - 15 minutes/ cool yourself with a shower or
water from a water tub. After a short rest, repeat the whole
procedure, do this 2-3 times. The change of warm and cold stimulates the
immunity system, improves blood circulation, calms the nervous system and
relaxes tension in the organism. It is suitable as prevention for colds, muscle
pains, muscle rheumatism and improvement of your overall health condition.
If you have any health problems or use medications, consult a doctor about
the suitability of this procedure, otherwise you undergo this procedure at your
own risk.
Sauna
For this procedure the effect of dry hot air at a temperature of 80°C is
used. The length of time in a sauna is 10 - 15 minutes. When you have the
feeling of heat, leave the cubicle and cool down with a shower or a stream
of water from a water tub. After a short rest, repeat the whole
procedure, do this 2-3 times. You can insert swimming in a pool in-between
individual phases. Always finish the time in sauna with a cold shower and
properly dry your skin. Regularly use of sauna contributes to the increase of
non-specific immunity, hardening, the overall regeneration and relaxation. It is
suitable as a prevention of illnesses from cold, respiratory track
illnesses, light rheumatic illnesses, functional disorders of blood circulation,
migraine and climacteric problems.
It is not suitable for all acute illnesses and injuries, with epilepsy, patients
with heart and vein illnesses, oncological diseases and bleeding conditions.
Do not forget to keep correct drinking regime.
Steam bath
This is a hyper-thermal
overall bath, in air saturated with water steam to the temperature of 90°C. A client
heavily perspires, but the persperation cannot evaporate, so one of the most
effective body cooling mechanisms is inactivated. This procedure means a large
load on the cardio-vascular system. It is entirely a part of water
treatment by prescription for locomotive system disorders.
Solarium
This procedure belongs into photo-therapy and it uses the effects of UV
radiation on the human organism. It takes 10 - 30 minutes. Before sunbathing,
remove your make up, wash all cosmetic preparations with water and remove
jewellery. During sunbathing protect your eyes with protective glasses, use
these minutes for relaxation. After sunbathing nurse your skin with suitable
cream or body milk with hydration effect. Do not forget to keep a correct
drinking regime.
Indication: overall reconvalescence, osteoporosis,
skin diseases
Counterindication: acute infections, usage of
photosensitive medicines
Spring
Water Bath
Soft massage of skin and hypodermis by larger gas bubbles, which permeate the
water bath through a perforated grate.
Indication: locomotive system disorders, vasoneurosis,
menopausal dysfunction.
Therapeutic
Exercise
This carried out individually or in groups for patients with the same type of
disorder. The main part of the exercise is aimed at the afflicted part, for
example to the neck spine, respiratory exercises, exercises of post-operation
pelvic fundus. During the final part, the intensity of the exercises decreases,
relaxing exercises and exercises for muscle extension are used.
Therapeutic Exercise in a Pool
It
is done as a group exercise and it uses the relaxing effect of warm water
in combination with movement therapy, which is due to the ease of floating in
water.
Indication: locomotive system disorders especially
after operations and injuries, spine disorders, kidney and urinary stones
without infection of the urinary tract, conditions after urological and
gynaecological operations, obesity, nervous disorders
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, open skin injuries, untreated suppurating and mould disorders of the
skin, urine and stool incontinence a relative counter-indication is
epilepsy
Turbo-solarium
Turbo-solarium is highly effective apparatus for photo-therapy during which, by
the effect of UVA radiation, a quick suntan of the skin occurs. The
starting period of sunbathing is set according to the type of your complexion.
To gain a healthy brown suntan, increase the time in the solarium gradually,
up to maximum of 14 minutes. Before sunbathing, remove your make-up, wash all
cosmetic preparations with water and take off your jewellery. During sunbathing,
protect your eyes with protective glasses, and use those minutes for relaxation.
After sunbathing, nurse your skin with suitable cream or body milk with a hydration
effect. Do not forget to keep your drinking regime.
If you use any medication or you have pigment spots on your skin, take
doctor’s advice before sunbathing. The solarium is prohibited to clients with
higher sensitivity to UV radiation, after sunray treatment /radio-therapy/ and
to children up to 15 years old.
Thai Massage
This ancient massage has its
origin in India. The founder of this art was a North-Indian doctor, Jivaka
Kumar Bhaka, a contemporary of Buddha. It is a whole body massage
during which, by means of steady and precisely directed masseur’s pressure,
energy is exchanged and the equilibrium in the body is reached. Massaging
pressure points removes blockages, revives health and psychical well-being,
helps with headaches, migraines, strengthens the nervous system, removes pain in
joints, spine, muscles and tissues, increases mobility, improves blood and lymph
circulation and excretion of toxic matter from the body. It is done on a special
mattress. During the massage a client wears light and comfortable clothes.
According to clients requests the massage takes up to 80 minutes. The
traditional Thai massage is designated for everybody, because it is an excellent
prevention against illnesses and a means of gaining good physical and
psychological contentment.
Tibetan Massage
Tibetan massage is a group of mechanical impulses, done by hands on a guest’s
body with the aim of gaining harmony of body and soul. The massage takes 30-40
minutes.
Indication: illnesses of locomotive system,
neuro-vegetative dystonia, states of tiredness and irritability, convalescence,
sleeplessness, migraine based headaches
Counterindication: feverish and infectious illnesses,
suppurating and mycotic skin disorders, excoriance, bleeding conditions,
osteoporosis, pregnancy, menstruation, excessive vellus
Turkish Bath
Turkish bath is carried out
in a special cubicle. During this procedure there is combined an effect of
hot dry air, following by cooling down and a massage with gentle water
jets. It is prescribed by a doctor, usual length is 5-10 minutes.
Indication: chronic inflammations of respiratory tract,
chronic rheumatic illnesses, neuro-vegetative and psychosomatic dysfunctional
states, strengthening of non-specific immunity
Counterindication: all acute conditions and
activations of chronic illnesses, infectious illnesses, hypertyreosis, heavier
hypertension, epilepsy, bleeding illnesses
Underwater Massage
Hydrotherapic procedure, during which underwater massage is done, in a special
bathtub or Hubbart tank, by water jet under a certain pressure. Underwater
massage could be total or partial.
Indication: post-operation conditions or injuries of
locomotive system, rheumatic and degenerative disorders of joints, nervous
disorders / lumboischiadic syndrome, paralyses, muscle pain and atrophy, chronic
constipation
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, skin defects, more extensive varicose veins, conditions after vein
inflammation, bleeding disorders, skin and hypodermis tumours.
Ultrasound
During
the usage of ultra sound, the electric energy is transformed to mechanic energy
/micro-massage of tissues/ and heat energy. This causes increased blood
circulation and the improvement of nourishment to the tissues, loosening of
muscle contractures, smoothing of scars, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects
for locomotive system disorders.
Counterindication: application in the area of children
and teenagers’ growth zones, in the area of thymus, heart and parenchyma
organs, after an operation of a spine, where the spine is not covered by a bone
covering, above nerves and bone growths near the surface, bleeding disorders,
tumours, etc.
Vibrosauna
Combined
therapy, which uses the effects of a vibrosauna, heat, relaxing music and
aromatherapy. It affects all senses, evokes a condition of physical and
mental balance, loosens muscles, improves blood circulation and nourishment of
tissues, accelerates metabolism and reduces blood pressure.
Indication: locomotive system disorders, aching
muscles, recovery, increased non-specific immunity, physical and mental
exhaustion due to a busy work load, functional disorders of blood
circulation, supportive treatment for obesity
Counterindication: all acute and decompensated
disorders, advanced atherosclerosis, epilepsy, fluctuating hypertension,
conditions after central brain incidence, oncological disorders, extensive
varicose veins, claustrophobia, cardio-stimulator
Vitasalin
Very
fine spray consisting of a solution of Vitasol, water and Dead Sea salts
are sprayed inside a special cubicle. Fine drops of mist are absorbed by
skin and respiratory tract mucosa, where they react with free oxygen radicals,
which cause cell damage, premature ageing and participate in the origin of a number
of auto-immunity disorders.
This procedure is suitable for treating repeated disorders of the respiratory
system, asthma bronchiole, eczema, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, increasing of
general resistance and immunity, recovery and regeneration of skin.
Counterindication: claustrophobia
Whirling
Bath
Total or partial whirling bath for the upper or lower limbs. The massage is done
underwater by gentle water jets and the swirling of water. It improves the blood
circulation of limbs and metabolism in body tissues.
Indication: post-operation conditions or injuries of
locomotive system, muscle atrophy and peripheral paralysis, diabetes mellitus.

Whirlpool
Group whirling bath. Overall relaxation effects. It is suitable for
locomotive system disorders conditions