What is taping? The term Kinesio-Tape is short for “Kinesiology Tape”. Its application, taping, dates back to Kenzo Kase, a Japanese chiropractor who used stretchy bandages to treat aching joints and muscles in the early 1970s. Because Kinesio tape is fixed to the skin, movements move the skin against the underlying tissue. This constant stimulus … Kinesio Tape: Effects & Application
What is thermotherapy? Thermotherapy is a branch of physical therapy and therefore of physiotherapy. It encompasses all forms of physical treatment in which heat (heat therapy) or cold (cold therapy) is used specifically to alleviate physical and sometimes also psychological complaints. Both heat and cold applications influence muscle tension and blood circulation and relieve pain. … Thermotherapy: Application, Procedures, Effects
What is nasal irrigation? Nasal irrigation or nasal douching involves introducing liquid into the nasal cavity to clear it of germs, mucus and other nasal secretions. The recommended fluid is generally a saline solution, which has a concentration that is natural (physiological) for the body. This does not irritate the nasal mucosa. Plain tap water … Nasal Rinse: Tips for Application
What is the effect of arnica? The ancient medicinal plant arnica (Arnica montana, mountain arnica) is recognized as a traditional medicine, but may only be used externally on the skin. Only the flowers of the medicinal plant (Arnicae flos) are used medicinally. They contain sesquiterpene lactones of the helenanolide type, flavonoids, essential oil (with thymol), … Arnica: Effects and application
What are veneers? Dental veneers are veneers that are usually used in the anterior region. The dentist attaches them to the damaged tooth using the so-called adhesive technique, a special bonding technique. Today, glass ceramics or feldspar ceramics, which are quite similar in hardness to natural tooth enamel, are generally used to make veneers. However, … Veneers for Teeth: Application, Pros and Cons
How misoprostol works Misoprostol is a synthetically produced derivative of the tissue hormone prostaglandin E1 (i.e. a so-called prostaglandin E1 analog). It can dock onto certain glandular cells of the gastric mucosa (parietal cells) and thus inhibit the release of gastric acid. This can help to prevent acid-related ulcers in the stomach and duodenum. The … Misoprostol: Effects, Application, Side Effects
What are the effects of ginseng? The use of the roots of Korean or real ginseng (Panax ginseng) is medically recognized in the following cases: in cases of declining mental and physical performance (e.g. with symptoms such as weakness, exhaustion, lack of concentration) during the recovery phase (convalescence) after an illness In Asian folk medicine, … Ginseng: Effects and Application
What are the effects of marigold? The important active ingredients of calendula include triterpene saponins, flavonoids and essential oil. Together they exert a wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effect. Studies have also described other effects: Calendula has antiviral and antifungal effects (virucidal and fungicidal), acts against microorganisms (antimicrobial), and influences the immune system (immunomodulatory). Folk medicine also … Marigold: Effects & Application
How macrogol works Macrogol is an active ingredient from the group of laxatives with water-binding and laxative properties. The increased binding of water in the gastrointestinal tract causes on the one hand an increase in stool volume, which stimulates intestinal activity (peristalsis), and on the other hand it makes the stool softer. Certain diseases (such … Macrogol: Effect, Application, Side Effects
What is a curd wrap? Curd compresses are cool or slightly warmed compresses that are wrapped around parts of the body. They usually consist of three layers of fabric: the first layer contains the curd, the second and third layers cover the curd and keep the affected part of the body warm. Depending on which … Quark compress: Effects & usage
What are the effects of chamomile? The flowers of chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and the essential oil isolated from them (chamomile oil) are considered traditional herbal medicines. Their healing power is used for various health complaints and diseases: Internally, chamomile is used medicinally for gastrointestinal cramps and inflammatory gastrointestinal disorders, such as gastritis and gastric ulcers. … Chamomile: Effects and Application
Mometasone: Effect Mometasone is a drug from the group of glucocorticoids (colloquially known as cortisone or cortisone). Mometasone has a strong anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effect. It is always contained in medicines as mometasone furoate. Mometasone furoate is an ester of mometasone. This chemical change improves its effectiveness. The drug then penetrates the tissue more easily … Mometasone furoate: Application and Side Effects
