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Manual Therapy – What is it and how does it work?
Manual therapy is a specialized branch of physiotherapy that involves the direct application of hands-on techniques by a therapist to a patient’s soft tissues and joints. Its primary goal is to restore the body's proper function through tissue and joint mobilization and manipulation. Manual therapy can be an effective treatment for various musculoskeletal disorders and serves as a valuable tool in rehabilitation following injuries and surgeries. Read more
What is urinary incontinence and what can cause it?
Urinary incontinence is a condition that affects many people worldwide, both men and women. Statistically, it affects 6% of the world's population, with about 2 million people in Poland. This condition can have various causes and symptoms and can be treated with a wide range of methods and therapies. A significant challenge of incontinence is its intimate nature and the embarrassment it often causes, which can lead to an underestimation of early symptoms and the progression of the disease due to a lack of appropriate treatment. Read more
Vibration massage - what is it and what does it involve?
Vibration massage is one of many therapeutic massage techniques used to relieve pain, reduce muscle tension and improve overall well-being. This type of massage uses vibrations of different frequencies and intensities, which are transmitted to the patient's body using special devices or massagers. These vibrations are designed to stimulate the soft tissues and affect the nervous system, helping to relax muscles, improve blood and lymph circulation and reduce pain. Read more
What is cryotherapy? Applications and benefits of cold therapy
Cryotherapy is a treatment method that involves the use of low temperatures to therapeutically affect the body. The application of cryotherapy can take a variety of forms, such as cryochambers, application of ice or cryogel to a specific area of the body, or local immersion in low temperatures. Benefits of cold therapy include reducing pain and inflammation, accelerating tissue regeneration processes, improving blood circulation, and alleviating symptoms of various conditions, such as sports injuries, rheumatic diseases or even mood disorders. Read more
What is balneotherapy? Indications and contraindications for balneological treatments
Balneology is a branch of spa medicine that focuses on treatments using natural resources such as mineral waters and peloids (therapeutic muds). Balneotherapy, a part of physiotherapy, is used to treat various conditions, including diabetes, neuroses, cardiovascular diseases, digestive disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions affecting the joints and spine. The main types of balneotherapy include crenotherapy, hydrotherapy, and aerosol therapy. Read more
What is magnetotherapy? Indications and contraindications for magnetic field treatment
Magnetotherapy is a widely used physical therapy method based on the use of the healing properties of magnetic fields that penetrate deep into the affected tissues. Magnetotherapy with magnetic fields is an effective treatment for relieving pain and inflammation, reducing swelling and accelerating healing. Indications for magnetotherapy include a variety of conditions such as sports injuries, joint pain and inflammation, soft tissue injuries, and various types of musculoskeletal problems. Read more
Professional medical equipment on offer at Meden-Inmed
Medical apparatus is a broad term encompassing a variety of devices, instruments, equipment and systems used in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease and injury. The medical apparatus category encompasses a wide range of equipment, starting with basic surgical instruments such as scalpels and stethoscopes, and extending to advanced endoscopic systems and lasers used during surgery. Read more