Implementation
The fields of application of mesotherapy have a broad spectrum and can be divided into three broad categories: The curative uses of mesotherapy are varied and cover practically all fields of medicine. They are mostly used when other treatment methods have been unsuccessful or insufficient. Below are some examples of the curative uses of mesotherapy.
By stimulating the microcirculation, arterial or venous circulatory disorders, wound healing problems such as decubitus and poor scarring (e.g. stretch marks) can be improved. Rheumatic diseases and arthroses of the spine or other joints respond well to mesotherapy. In addition to gentle movement of the joints and weight reduction in overweight patients, it can postpone or even prevent surgery by alleviating the symptoms.
Mesotherapy has proven to be particularly effective for finger joint arthroses, which are otherwise difficult to treat. A mixture of active ingredients consisting of a local anaesthetic, homeopathic complexes, circulatory agents, an anti-rheumatic agent and calcitonin, which plays a regulating role in cartilage and bone metabolism, is injected specifically into the painful region. The aim of mesotherapy is not only to relieve pain, but also to stop the inflammatory attacks of osteoarthritis and restore joint function.
It can also help with sports injuries and overuse damage such as tendonitis, bruises or pulled muscles. Mesotherapy also includes a so-called mini-vaccination (“microvaccination”), which is intended to stimulate the immune system and can therefore be used in chronic infections of the respiratory tract (for example, bronchial asthma or cystic fibrosis), the urinary tract or general immunodeficiency. In addition to conversational and other therapies, mesotherapy is used for psychosomatic disorders such as stress symptoms, exhaustion such as “burn-out” or sleep disorders.
Mesotherapy is also successful against migraine, tension headaches, facial neuralgia, dizziness or tinnitus. In ophthalmology and geriatrics (geriatric medicine) it can be used to improve presbyopia or presbyopic hearing loss. In gynaecology, mesotherapy can be used, for example, for dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual problems) and infertility.
In dentistry, diseases of the gums or the periodontium can be treated mesotherapeutically. In addition, mesotherapy can be used to wean cigarettes. Here, injections into certain acupuncture points are supposed to lead to an aversion, i.e. an aversion to tobacco.
A very important field of application of mesotherapy is also back pain. A local anaesthetic, homeopathic remedies, a muscle relaxant, a blood circulation stimulating drug and, if necessary, an anti-rheumatic agent are injected into the affected structures. The muscle-relaxing and pain-relieving effect starts immediately and lasts for a while because of the active ingredient depot under the skin.
If necessary, the treatments can be repeated weekly, the stress on the organism is low due to the local application. Together with physiotherapeutic or osteopathic treatment and corresponding lifestyle changes, the holistic treatment concept can lead to a significant improvement or even elimination of back pain.
- Curative fields of application: Cure or alleviation of diseases
- Preventive areas of application: Prevention of diseases
- Aesthetic applications: Change of the outer appearance
Mesotherapy is used preventively in the form of a so-called mini-vaccination.
Here, highly diluted non-specific vaccines are injected under the skin to stimulate and strengthen the immune system and prevent diseases. This micro-vaccination is injected at specific acupuncture and reaction points and is intended to stimulate the tissue by increasing the blood circulation and oxygen supply to the connective tissue and to release endorphins and anti-inflammatory substances. This microvaccination can be used to prevent respiratory tract infections – for example bronchitis or sinusitis – or to treat pollen allergies (hay fever).
Here, it can help patients for whom hyposensitization is too costly or who do not respond to other therapies. Further indications are, for example, bronchial asthma, Epstein-Barr virus (pathogen causing glandular fever) or other viral infections, shingles and hives.Mesotherapy can also be used to protect against mosquito bites. Small amounts of vitamin B are injected superficially into the skin on the neck, legs and arms.
A subsequent barely noticeable change in the skin’s odor is intended to keep mosquitoes away. The use of mesotherapy in aesthetic medicine is a comparatively gentle procedure that is intended to improve skin, hair and connective tissue from the inside out. It is said to have a vitalizing effect on still intact anatomical structures (e.g. hair roots) and offers an alternative to surgical interventions.
Typically, mesotherapy is used for wrinkles on the face, neck and décolleté, deeper mimic wrinkles and for skin tightening. The active ingredients contain e.g. vitamins, antioxidants, small amounts of botulinum toxin (“Botox”) or hyaluronic acid and are intended to moisturize the skin and stimulate collagen production. This is said to improve the skin’s nutrient supply and ultimately give it a more youthful appearance.
For cellulite and local fat deposits on the hips, thighs, buttocks and abdomen, mesotherapy is intended to locally activate the metabolism and mobilize fat. Mesotherapy is also used to treat skin symptoms such as acne, pigmentation disorders, stretch marks, scars, spider veins or neurodermatitis. In cases of excessive sweating under the armpits, on the hands or feet, small amounts of botulinum toxin can be used for mesotherapeutic treatment.
In the application against hair loss, it should be stopped by a stimulated nutrient supply and a regeneration of the hair follicles (structures surrounding the hair root). A “revitalizing cocktail” is injected into the scalp and is distributed by diffusion throughout the hair area. Mesotherapy can slow down hair loss, improve hair quality and, in the case of still existing hair roots, lead to fuller hair through renewed growth. Normally, the first six treatments are carried out at weekly intervals, followed by monthly treatments if necessary. The earlier mesotherapy for hair loss is started, the better the chances of success.
