Physical therapy
It dilates the blood vessels and locally increases metabolism. Therefore, patients with rheumatic conditions and muscle tension benefit from various heat treatments.
How does a heat application work?
Our therapists have well-tempered mud packs ready for you, which are applied to the affected area of your body for about 20 minutes. Fango has an analgesic effect, promotes circulation and stimulates the metabolism.
We also offer targeted use using so-called hot rollers, developed by Sebastian Kneipp. In addition to the relaxing effect of heat, they also provide a benefit of increased blood circulation. In addition to a Physiotherapy treatment this is effective.
Heat applications stimulate blood circulation, which ensures that the muscles function properly by providing them with more oxygen and nutrients
Heat applications stimulate blood circulation, which ensures that muscles function properly by providing them with more oxygen and nutrients.
When applied to a specific area of the body, it naturally increases the amount of blood your heart pumps to that region, making it a very popular form of injury prevention and rehabilitation.
The therapy is excellent for reducing pain and relieving tension in muscle groups.
For which ailments does heat help?
- Stiffness in the neck, shoulders and back
- Muscle back pain and a fading Lumbago
- Arthritis, when the joints feel stiff
- Chronic pain in which the muscles are permanently tense
When we give up on heat
In acute inflammations, fresh injuries with swelling, fever or circulatory disorders, heat is not suitable. Then we work with other methods, for example cooling, mobilization or Lymphatic drainage.
Heat as part of the treatment
Heat treatment does not replace physiotherapy; it prepares it: After the bandaging or the hot roller, the muscles are softer and mobilization and stretching are easier. Manual therapy The effects are better and active exercises are easier to perform. With a doctor's prescription, the heat application is part of the treatment covered by the health insurance company.
Heat or cold?
A simple rule of thumb: cold in the first few days after a fresh injury or surgery, when swelling and inflammation are the primary concerns; warmth in tense muscles, chronic pain, and stiff joints. If in doubt, ask us; in some cases, such as acute joint inflammation, heat can worsen the situation.
Using heat at home
- Place a cherry pit pillow or heating pad on the tense area for 15 to 20 minutes, never directly on the skin, but with a cloth between it.
- A warm shower or bath before exercising makes muscles and joints more flexible and facilitates stretching.
- Heat packs are suitable for the workday when experiencing neck and back tension; do not wear them overnight.
- After the heat, move for a few minutes to ensure that the loosened muscles are used immediately.
Frequently asked questions about heat treatment
How long does the heat last?
The relaxation of the muscles lasts for several hours. The lasting effect is achieved through the combination with Manual therapy, Trigger point therapy and active exercises.
Does heat help with back pain?
For muscular back pain and Lumbago After the first few days, of course. If the pain radiates into the leg or if there is numbness, we first determine the cause.
Is the heat treatment covered by the health insurance company?
Yes, as part of medically prescribed physiotherapy. It is not an independent application at our clinic; rather, it is a preparation or finalization of a treatment.