A back massage should be done using warming aromatic oils (eg cloves). Before starting the procedures, you need to consult with your doctor.

During a self-massage session, there should be no pain. After the warmth is felt on the treated areas of the body, the session can be ended. In no case should the lymph nodes be massaged, even the lightest.

The duration of a general self-massage session should be about 15 minutes, local - 3-5 minutes.

1. Stroking. Using this technique allows you to increase the temperature of the skin, increase the flow of blood and lymph and relieve pain. To carry it out, you should make light movements with one or two hands in a circle, one line, or in combination.

2. Trituration. This technique is designed to warm the skin, tone up blood vessels, and reduce inflammation. For grinding, it is recommended to combine sawing (carried out with the edge of the palm), crossing (carried out thumb, used to massage hard-to-reach areas) and spiral rubbing (carried out with fists, with one or all fingers at the same time).

3. Kneading. This technique is used to improve the elasticity of tissues and blood circulation, as well as to relieve fatigue and increase the patient's performance. Kneading is carried out with semicircular and transverse rolling movements, as well as rolling (performed circular motion a fold of skin rolls over the fist or fingers of the opposite hand), shifting (the muscles are stretched and pressed against the bone with the fist) and pressure (carried out with all fingers, palm or fist).

4. Vibration. This technique is used to stimulate blood circulation and increase muscle contractility. Vibration can be continuous (carried out by one or more fingers of one or both hands) and intermittent (movements are performed by the edge of the palm, which should be set perpendicular to the area being massaged).

5. Shake. It is performed with brushes or fingers in different directions.

6. Pat. Making movements, it is necessary to unfold the hand in such a way that the bent fingers are directed downward.

7. Chopping. In the process of execution, blows should be made with the little finger, while the remaining fingers remain closed.

8. Beating. It is carried out with the edge of the palm.

Beating can be done not only with your hands, but also with rattan sticks or an empty plastic bottle.

Self-massage of the cervical spine is performed in a standing or sitting position. At the beginning of the procedure, it is necessary to stroke with two or one hands in the direction from above, from the border of hair growth, down. After that, squeezing movements must be carried out, placing the edge of the palm on one side of the neck, and thumb- another.

Kneading is also carried out with the pads of the fingers, in which the muscles are pressed against the bone bed and shifted towards the little finger. Kneading should begin in the direction from the occipital bone down to the shoulder blades. In total, 5 kneading should be carried out on one side and the same amount on the other.

After that, you need to carry out the same number of strokes and repeat the procedure from the very beginning.

Further, four fingers of one hand make circular movements along the line of the occipital bone along the cervical vertebrae. At this time, it is recommended to carry out a circular rubbing with the fingertips of both hands at the same time and a dotted rubbing along spinal column... In this case, the skin should move in different directions.

Self-massage of the lumbosacral region of the spine should be started with 5–6 strokes from top to bottom and simultaneously to the sides. Next, rubbing with palms, fists or fingertips is carried out in the direction from the spine to the sides. After that, it is useful to tilt the body in different directions and circular rotation... At the end of the self-massage session, stroking should be performed.

In order to relieve pain in osteochondrosis, it is recommended to use an iodine mesh. To carry out the procedure, draw lines with iodine on both sides of the spine: through the inner edges of the shoulder blades - vertical, along the intercostal spaces - horizontal.

If pain or lumbago occurs with osteochondrosis, mustard plasters should be used, placing them on the lower back and spine. The duration of the procedure is from 5 to 15 minutes. You can also stick pepper plaster on painful areas.

In order to relieve the inflammatory process in the spine, it is recommended to take 1 glass of birch sap 3 times a day.

A beneficial effect in the treatment of osteochondrosis is achieved by taking celery juice (1 glass 3 times a day, 1 hour after meals).

It is recommended to mix 3 tablespoons of bean shells, 3 tablespoons of birch buds, 3 tablespoons of corn silk, 2 tablespoons of knotweed herb, and 2 tablespoons of horsetail. Pour the resulting collection with boiling water at the rate of 4 tablespoons of vegetable raw materials per 1 liter of water, pour into an enamel bowl, cover and leave for 12 hours, then put on low heat, bring to a boil, cook for 5 minutes and leave for 30 minutes again. Strain the infusion and take for 1 month 0.5 cups 4 times a day 1 hour after meals.

Make a medicinal collection of 1 tablespoon of white water lily roots, 1 tablespoon of yellow egg capsule roots and 1 tablespoon of elecampane roots. Pour 40 g of the resulting mixture with 500 ml of vodka, leave for 7 days and strain. Take 3 times a day, 1 hour after meals, 1 tablespoon.

Rinse fresh lingonberries, chop, pour cold boiled water in a ratio of 1: 3, add a small amount of honey and take 0.5 cups 3 times a day.

In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of honey, 500 ml of vodka and 1.5 cups of freshly prepared radish juice, add 1 tablespoon of table salt. The resulting drug should be taken before bedtime, 50 g.

Pour 10 g of dried lingonberry leaves with 1 glass of boiling water, leave for 2 hours, strain and take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day before meals.

Thoroughly chop the bark or root of barberry, pour 0.5 teaspoon of 1 cup boiling water, leave for 30 minutes, strain and take 1 cup a day.

Pour boiling water over the herb of yarrow at the rate of 1 tablespoon of plant materials per 1 glass of water, leave for 1 hour, strain and take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day.

Pour 1 tablespoon of tansy flower baskets with 1 glass of boiling water, leave for 2 hours, strain and take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.

Pour 4 teaspoons of parsley seeds with 300 ml of water, put on low heat, bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes, then strain and take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day.

Chop the seeds and roots of parsley, pour boiling water at the rate of 10 g of plant material per 1 glass of water, leave for 1 hour, strain and take for 6-8 months, 3 times a day, 0.5 cups.

Pour oat grains with boiling water at the rate of 1 glass of raw materials per 1 liter of water, put on low heat and cook until the initial volume of liquid is reduced by 2 times, then strain. Take 3 times a day before meals, 0.5 glass.

Mix berries and cranberry leaves, grind, pour 10 g of the resulting mixture with 1 cup boiling water, leave for 4 hours and take 1/2 cup 3 times a day.

To carry out the procedure, pour 300 g of plant materials with 5 liters of water, put on a low heat, bring to a boil and cook for 30 minutes. After that, pour the infusion into a bath filled with warm water. The duration of the bath is 10 minutes.

You can also use a tincture of lilac flowers for grinding. Pour 500 ml of vodka over 1 glass of vegetable raw materials, leave for 10 days and strain.

To prepare it, 50 g of plant flowers must be poured with 200 ml of vodka, infused for 10 days and filtered.

A positive effect in osteochondrosis is provided by the use of ointments from herbal ingredients. To prepare it, you need to grind 6 tablespoons of laurel leaves and 1 tablespoon of juniper needles, mix the herbal ingredients, add 12 tablespoons of butter and rub the resulting product into the painful areas.

Prepare an ointment from 1 tablespoon of baking soda, half a crushed piece of laundry soap and half a glass of sunflower oil, infuse for 3 days and use for osteochondrosis, rubbing dry into the spine and lower back.

In order to get rid of pain attacks, it is recommended to apply compresses with juice and gruel of black radish, as well as from birch and burdock leaves.

With osteochondrosis, you can use the following folk remedy: grease the sore spot with honey, cover with thin paper, put 3 mustard plasters on top, cover with plastic wrap, wrap the compress with a warm cloth and leave for 15 minutes.

Duration of treatment is 10 sessions.

Mix 250 ml of medical bile with 160 ml of camphor alcohol and 6 crushed red pepper pods. Place the resulting product in a bowl with a tight-fitting lid and leave for 1 day.

To carry out the procedure, it is necessary to soak a canvas cloth with the agent and apply it to the sore areas, covering the top with polyethylene or oilcloth and a layer of cotton wool. It is recommended to strengthen the application with a bandage and leave for 2 hours.

The resulting product should be stored in a dark place.

Breathing exercises

For the treatment of osteochondrosis, it is necessary to use in combination with the main treatment breathing exercises... For the procedures, lie on your back, place your hands on the border of the abdomen and chest and take a deep breath, lifting chest... After that, it is necessary to exhale without changing the position of the hands.

Then you should take a breath, hold your breath for 3-4 seconds and exhale, while pressing on the chest with your palms.

Exercises for the cervical spine

For the cervical spine with osteochondrosis, it is recommended to use a set of exercises remedial gymnastics... To do this, you must accept starting position: stand up straight and lower your arms along your torso.

During the procedure, it is necessary to tilt the head forward, touching the chest as far as possible with the chin.

After that, the head should be tilted back, again take its original position and tilt the head to the left and right shoulder, turns in different directions and rotational movements clockwise and in the opposite direction.

Exercises for the thoracic spine

For the thoracic spine, a set of therapeutic exercises should be performed:

1. Take a starting position, placing your feet shoulder-width apart and lowering your arms along your torso. Then put your hands on the back of your head, bend back and inhale. After that, bend forward and exhale, touching the floor with your hands.

2. Starting position - standing, hands on the belt, feet shoulder-width apart. Tilt the body to the left, return to the starting position, inhale, then lean to the right, return to the starting position and exhale.

3. Take a starting position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms raised above your head. Wrist right hand grasp with the left, tilt the body in right side, pull your hand a little. After that, the position of the hands is changed.

4. Take the starting position - put your feet shoulder-width apart, bring your hands to your shoulders, and connect your elbows in front of your chest. Inhale, spreading your elbows to the sides, and exhale, bringing them back together.

Exercises for lumbar spine

For the lumbar spine, a set of exercises should be carried out aimed at treating osteochondrosis.

1. Stand up, place your hands on your belt, slowly raise the right and left legs alternately, bending them at the knee joint.

2. Lie on your back, bend your knees, placing your feet near the pelvis. Focus on the feet and shoulders, raise the pelvis and take a breath. Lowering the pelvis, exhale.

3. Take the starting position: lying on your back, place your arms along your body and stretch your legs. Without lifting your heels off the floor, try to sit down, while taking a breath. Slowly returning to the starting position, exhale.

4. Lie on your back, stretch your arms along the body. Left leg raise slowly without bending it at the knee joint. Omitting, take a breath. After that, carry out the same actions. right foot... By lowering it, exhale.

5. Take a starting position: lie on your stomach, bend your elbows, placing your palms in front of you, and stretch your legs. Try to lift upper part torso, resting on the palms. Bending in the lower back, take a breath. Returning to the starting position, exhale.

6. Get on your knees, lean on your hands, raise your head. Bend in the lower back and take a deep breath. Returning to the starting position, exhale.

Besides the reception medicines, which reduce swelling and pain, it is necessary to reduce the load on the spine: do not make sudden movements, when making movements with a large amplitude, you need to make sure that they are smooth, do not lift weights, stretch the spine daily (sitting on the floor with stretched reach with your feet to the tips of your toes, rolls on your back with crossed legs).

In the treatment of osteochondrosis, it is recommended to use remedies based on medicinal plants with sedative (motherwort and valerian tinctures), analgesic and blood circulation-improving properties, as well as preparations based on snake and bee venom.

With osteochondrosis, good healing effect gives a visit to the bath. Useful to use during water treatments a juniper or birch broom, which must first be soaked in cold and then in hot water.

Before entering the steam room, you need to lower your feet into a basin of warm water and gradually add boiling water to it. You should also rinse yourself, being careful not to wet your head. Before entering the steam room, it is advisable to put on a woolen hat or a special cap on your head.

While in the steam room, you should make successive movements with a broom: first stroking, then whipping, tapping and rubbing. You should start from the feet, gradually rising along lower limbs... The most intense actions should be in the affected areas.

The duration of stay in the steam room is no more than 15 minutes. Before starting this type of procedure, you should consult your doctor.

With osteochondrosis, patients must follow a certain diet. The daily diet should include 50 g of animal and 30 g of vegetable fat, 300 g of carbohydrates (including sugar no more than 30 g and table salt no more than 4 g). Alcohol, tea and coffee should be excluded. The energy value of meals should be no more than 2600 kcal.

If there is a threat of hypothermia of the body or certain parts of the body, a warming massage is applied.

It is carried out immediately before training, competition or during competition (between races, heats, fights).

Warming pre-massage has a beneficial effect on the blood circulation in those parts of the body that have been cooled in competition, which is often the case in sports such as swimming, Athletics and others. Warming massage promotes rapid and deep heating of muscles, increasing their contractility.

As a result of a warming massage, the body temperature rises, muscles and ligaments become more elastic and mobile, they are less prone to injury. Joints, ligaments and muscles are more likely to be damaged if they are poorly warmed up.

A warming massage is necessary for athletes if training or competitions are held outdoors or in a cold room, as well as in cases where the start is postponed for various reasons, the break between attempts is prolonged, when the competition continues for a long time. When such situations arise, a warming massage session should be carried out for 5-10 minutes. The massage must be completed 2-3 minutes before the athlete starts the race.

A warming massage is performed in fast pace, energetically. During the session, stroking alternates with kneading and rubbing the whole body. These techniques cause a rush of blood to the surface of the skin and a feeling of warmth. It is best to start a warming massage with a back stroke, gluteal muscles and the back of the thighs, then carry out squeezing along the entire back and rubbing with the crests of fists and the base of the palm. After that, the massaged person assumes a supine position and the same techniques are performed on the front of the thighs and chest.

When the massage on any part of the body is finished, you should cover that part with a warm blanket. If you do not have a massage while lying down

possible, then it should be made directly next to the start, ring, carpet, etc. in a massaged standing position. In the same way, you can perform massage in cases where time is short. In this situation, you can massage the athlete in a training suit.

Before performing the massage, the athlete should bend forward, relax his back, arms should be lowered. The masseur, standing from the back, should vigorously stroke, and then knead, alternating with shaking latissimus back. Then you need to warm up the back of the thighs with vigorous rubbing and calf muscles... After completing 5-8 rubbing, it is necessary to repeat the back massage. In the case of massage on a naked body, the athlete must dress at the end of the session.

Warming massage through clothing is performed for motorcycle racers, skiers, skaters, i.e. those athletes who participate in competitions in special indoor sports uniforms.

When conducting a private warming massage on joints or individual parts of the body, rubbing techniques are mainly used in combination with energetic concentric stroking and active-passive movements.

If it is necessary to quickly warm a particular part of the body, as well as to maintain heat in certain muscles for a longer period of time, when performing a warming massage, special ointments can be used.

A back massage is a great way to relieve fatigue after work.

You can learn how to do a back massage yourself, after familiarizing yourself with.

Contraindications

• in the event that there is an infectious disease or any other that causes an increase in body temperature;
• if cancer is diagnosed;
• there are dermatological fungal and inflammatory diseases, with pronounced symptoms on the skin;
• have bleeding, thrombophlebitis, or aortic aneurysm.

Preliminary preparation

There are conditions that must be met before starting a session:

• the room in which the massage session will be carried out must be ventilated and warm;
• the person to whom you will massage should be laid on his stomach, the surface needs to be flat and firm. A small pillow can be placed under the chest and under the head. The ideal option is a special massage table, if there is none, a hard couch will do, or you will have to lay a foam mat on the floor for gymnastics;

• your hands should be warm and clean, your nails should be trimmed so as not to damage the skin while massage and not cause pain;

• take a shower before taking a massage;

• prepare massage cream or oil, paper towels or napkins. It is necessary to apply oil to the skin only in cases where there is hair in the massage area or the massage therapist's hands can sweat during the session. The oil does not need to be poured directly onto the skin in the massage area; it must first be warmed in the palm of your hand.

Fundamental rules

There are several rules that need to be known to the person who will be doing the massage:

• movements during massage should be directed to large lymph nodes, in the direction of the lift;
• during massage, do not press on the spine and kidney area;
• the back muscles should be relaxed during the procedure;
• the massage therapist's movements should not cause significant pain; if the partner complains of pain, the intensity of the impact should be reduced;
• speed and rhythm must be observed - no more than 26-28 movements per minute, fast massage movements cause excitement, while slow ones contribute;
• massage movements should be alternated: after strength, techniques with a soft effect should be followed, and each should be repeated 5 times or more. There should be no pauses between performing different techniques.

Where to begin

The back is conventionally divided into zones:

• lumbosacral - located from the coccyx to the lower rib;
• chest - from the lower rib to the upper edge of the scapula;
• neck-collar - from the upper edge of the scapula to the base of the skull.

It is better to start a massage session with lumbar region and gradually move higher and finish it in the neck-collar zone.

Classic back massage

This technique begins a back massage. The palms of both hands, with a gentle movement from the coccyx to the shoulder blades, move along the spine, grasping the scapular region, and return down the sides. Such movements are done 3-4 times in order to warm up the skin and back muscles.

A rectilinear movement with the surface of the palms, along the spine and wrapping around the sides. These movements must be done at least three times, they contribute to a deeper heating of tissues, increased blood and lymph flow, and improves tissue nutrition.

That technique consists of three actions: grabbing the muscle with your fingers, squeezing and rolling, in fact, kneading. This movement has the same effect as rubbing, it completely relieves fatigue and muscle tension.

Hands 3 cm apart from each other make sawing movements with the edge of the palm in opposite directions and move along the entire back along the spine. After that, in the transverse direction, then on the sides, repeat these movements 2-3 times on each side. This movement also helps warm up the muscle tissue.

Pressing movement with the base of the palm in the direction from the lower back to the shoulder blades. On each side along three lines, repeat at least three times. And the same movement can be done along the lateral surfaces of the back in the direction from the pelvis to the armpit, you can do it 2-3 times.

This movement is done in the area of ​​the sacrum next to the spine, work 4-5 times, and additionally squeeze the base of the palm up to 5 times in the same area.

These movements are performed in the direction from the sacrum towards the shoulder blades, they are repeated 3-4 times on both sides:

This movement is done with the pads of the fingers spread apart. Promotes tissue stretching and muscle stimulation.

It is performed with both hands, movements with the edge of the palm. Hands should be 2 to 4 cm apart from each other.

It is performed with the hands, the palmar part, the fingers are closed together, and an air cushion is formed, which absorbs shocks.

This movement with the hands, fingers clenched into a fist, is performed with the elbow sides of the hands.

It is performed with two hands, the movement is similar to sifting through a sieve, it helps to relax tense muscles.

The movement that gives the body vibration is done with the base of the palm, or with the pads of the fingers.

The set of movements can vary, but the massage should begin and end with strokes.

You can do the neck massage yourself.

The following movements are suitable for this:

• stroking, straight and embracing;
• rubbing in a straight line and circular;
• planing;
• sawing;
• tapping and patting;
• kneading - this movement should be given great attention.

If you learn the techniques of self-massage, you can independently relieve the fatigue of the neck muscles, which will serve as the prevention of such an unpleasant disease as osteochondrosis of the cervical spine.

Thoracic spine

It is difficult to massage this area on your own, you will have to ask someone close to you.

To massage the pectoral zone, the partner must be laid on his stomach on a hard surface.

Place your hands along the body, palms up.

All movements are carried out along the spinal column in the direction from the line of the lower rib to the upper edge of the scapula.

All of the above techniques are used, which can be repeated 5-8 times. Both sides of the back are massaged separately. On each side, the massage lasts up to 10-15 minutes.

How to massage your lower back

Of course, it is better for someone else to massage the lower back, but if this is not possible, then you will have to do it yourself.

It must be remembered that you cannot make any movements directly on the spine and try not to put pressure on the kidney area.

Self-massage can be done while sitting, on a stool or on a chair - "on top", facing the back.

You need to start the massage with stroking along the spine, in the direction from the coccyx to the lower rib. These movements can be done simultaneously from 2 sides and repeat 3-4 times on both sides.

After that, work out the lateral parts of the back and start performing the following techniques:

• rubbing and kneading;
• "Sawing", "chopping" - done with two hands, with the edge of the palm (from the side of the thumb);

• squeezing with the fingertips in the sacral region; pat;
• tapping - this movement is performed with the inner sides of the hands (from the side of the index finger); shake;
• vibration.

You need to finish the massage session with the same technique you started with - stroking.

If you have to sit at the computer all day, drive a car or work in difficult conditions - these simple self-massage techniques can be a prevention of diseases of the lumbar spine.

Canned

In addition to classical and other types of manual massage, such an original type of so-called cupping massage.

The principle on which this type of massage is based is the reflex reaction of the skin and deep tissues to the action of the vacuum (vacuum) that appears inside the jar when air is removed from it.

The jar strongly adheres to the skin, while the skin turns red, blood circulation and lymph drainage increase. It promotes healing inflammatory diseases and has a good effect on muscles and skin.

You can use rubber cans - air from which is removed by strong compression of the rubber sheath, and the skin is drawn inward under the action of a vacuum. And you can also use glass jars, the air from which is removed when the alcohol inside burns out (previously, such jars were used to treat lung diseases).

Contraindications the same as for classical massage.

Indications:

• hypertension;
• headaches with sleep disturbances;
• rehabilitation after injuries of the spine and limbs ;;
• restoration of the skin, resorption of scars and scar formations;
• elimination of pain in diseases of the spine.

It is also used for cosmetic purposes, to remove fat deposits and prevent the formation of cellulite.

Before the procedure of cupping massage, the skin must be pre-warmed up. This can be done using a bath or a regular massage session.

For back massage, the jar is placed on either side of the spinal column at a distance of 2-3 cm from the spinous processes.

The bank is moved from the lumbar zone to the neck-collar zone. When the jar moves up, with slight pressure, a bump of skin should form in front of it, and the jar moves down without effort. The can is moved in a straight line and in a spiral. And in cervical spine the jar is moved in a circle, in the center of which is the 7th cervical vertebra. Clockwise, you need to make 12-15 movements. The upper back is massaged by moving the jar from head to shoulders, on different sides of the spine, avoiding touching it.

This type of massage relieves back pain by moving the cans parallel to the spine in a straight line and in a spiral.

With bronchitis and pneumonia, cupping massage facilitates the discharge of sputum, promotes rapid healing.

Banks cannot be placed on the spine itself, on the mammary glands, on the folds of the elbows and knee joints, on the area of ​​the kidneys and heart, on inner side thighs and in the armpit.

Honey

The usefulness of a regular massage is greatly enhanced if it is done with the use of honey.

Honey is useful for the body, as it contains bioactive substances and trace elements, thanks to massage, all these useful substances nourish the skin and start the cleansing process, drawing excess moisture and toxins from the skin.

Before a massage with honey, you need to take a shower, use a scrub to free the skin from the dead stratum corneum. It's a good idea to go to the sauna before a massage.

First, you need to make a test - apply a small amount of honey on the skin of the forearm. If the skin turns red from contact with honey, this indicates an allergic reaction. In this case, the massage will have to be abandoned. Allergy to bee products is a direct contraindication to honey massage contraindications to conventional massage are also taken into account.

A massage with honey, like a regular massage, can be done at home. To do this, you need to know the basic movements that are done during a back massage.

The procedure begins, as always, with stroking. A thin layer of honey is applied to the heated skin and the massage continues, after kneading movements, you need to rub the resulting white gruel and abruptly remove your hands from your back. You need to wash off this mass from your hands, in which toxins and toxins removed from the skin are collected, after which the massage procedure can be continued. At the end of the massage, you need to take a shower and moisturize your skin with cream.

Honey massage will help get rid of pain in osteochondrosis, but in the first session, an exacerbation may begin, caused by increased blood circulation and blood flow to the sore spot.

For this reason, you should not quit treatment, with each session the pain will weaken and as a result:

• back pain may disappear;
• the condition will improve if there are pulmonary diseases or chronic bronchitis;
• fat folds will be significantly reduced;

The use of massage as a general strengthening and therapeutic procedure affects the entire body. Sleep will improve, mood will rise and energy will appear, which we, modern people, so not enough for a normal life.

If there is a threat of hypothermia of the body or certain parts of the body, a warming massage is applied.

It is carried out immediately before training, competition or during competition (between races, heats, fights).

Warming preliminary massage has a beneficial effect on the blood circulation in those parts of the body that have been cooled during competitions, which often occurs in sports such as swimming, athletics, etc. Warming massage promotes rapid and deep heating of muscles, increasing their contractility.

As a result of a warming massage, the body temperature rises, muscles and ligaments become more elastic and mobile, they are less prone to injury. Joints, ligaments and muscles are more likely to be damaged if they are poorly warmed up.

A warming massage is necessary for athletes if training or competitions are held outdoors or in a cold room, as well as in cases where the start is postponed for various reasons, the break between attempts is prolonged, when the competition continues for a long time. When such situations arise, a warming massage session should be carried out for 5-10 minutes. The massage must be completed 2-3 minutes before the athlete starts the race.

A warming massage is performed at a fast pace, energetically. During the session, stroking alternates with kneading and rubbing the whole body. These techniques cause a rush of blood to the surface of the skin and a feeling of warmth. A warming massage is best started by stroking your back, gluteal muscles and hamstrings, then squeezing all over your back and rubbing with the crests of your fists and the base of your hand. After that, the massaged person assumes a supine position and the same techniques are performed on the front of the thighs and chest.

When the massage on any part of the body is finished, you should cover that part with a warm blanket. If you do not have a massage while lying down

possible, then it should be done directly next to the start, ring, carpet, etc. in a massaged standing position. In the same way, you can perform massage in cases where time is short. In this situation, you can massage the athlete in a training suit.

Before performing the massage, the athlete should bend forward, relax his back, arms should be lowered. The masseur, standing on the side of the back, should vigorously stroke, and then knead, alternating with shaking the latissimus dorsi. Then you need to warm up the back of the thighs and calf muscles with vigorous rubbing. After completing 5-8 rubbing, it is necessary to repeat the back massage. In the case of massage on a naked body, the athlete must dress at the end of the session.

Warming massage through clothing is performed for motorcycle racers, skiers, skaters, i.e. those athletes who participate in competitions in special indoor sports uniforms.

When conducting a private warming massage on joints or individual parts of the body, rubbing techniques are mainly used in combination with energetic concentric stroking and active-passive movements.

Warming cream is a product that perfectly stimulates blood circulation in muscle tissue. Such drugs are used in cosmetology, as an anti-cellulite agent, in medicine in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, in sports, as a warming drug for muscle stretch marks.

When a similar ointment is applied to the skin, an increased metabolism and blood circulation begins in the tissues. The muscles are warmed, which helps to relax them and eliminate spasms in them.

If we consider warming creams that are used in therapeutic
purposes, their action is aimed at relaxing and toning the nerve endings. Such remedies soothe, relieve pain and relax tense soft tissue.

Warming creams, which are used to burn cellulite, help to normalize metabolic processes. This stimulates the burning of adipose tissue and speeds up the elimination of decayed cells from the body.

Warming creams are aimed at improving blood circulation, help relieve tissue spasms, and eliminate pain after injuries or stretch marks. Regular use promotes tissue toning and also effectively relieves muscle discomfort.

Anti-cellulite and slimming warming creams

The main task of warming agents in cosmetology is body shaping. Thanks to such creams, the skin tightens faster, and the body contours acquire clear boundaries. The products effectively reduce cellulite areas, making them almost invisible.

The main components that should be included in a warming ointment for weight loss and anti-cellulite:

With the help of such a composition, ointments and creams not only stimulate lymph flow and improve blood circulation, but also make the skin smooth, elastic and taut.

For weight loss, as well as getting rid of cellulite, use ointment "Kapsikam", turpentine and heparin ointment... It is worth noting that any ointment that increases heat transfer can be used to combat problem areas of the body. The main thing is to remember about contraindications: skin damage, pregnancy, menstruation, kidney and heart problems.

The action of warming creams for pain in the back, arms, legs, joints

The warming agent is applied topically. The components of such creams contribute to vasodilation, normalization of blood circulation in the affected tissues. They heat up and an increased heat transfer takes place. This process helps to quickly remove waste products from the tissues that surround the joints. Thus, the metabolism is improved, pain goes away, the functioning of joints and muscle tissue returns to normal.

The composition of ointments and creams that create increased heat exchange include: extract of hot pepper (red), snake and bee venom, methyl salicylate.

Among the funds that have a universal effect - treatment, pain relief and warming, stand out as the most effective Finalgon ointment, and cream-oil "Red Star".

If we consider homemade creams for joint pain, then the most effective remedy is fly agaric ointment. It is used to treat injured skin areas. It also helps well against rheumatism, fights arthrosis and eliminates the manifestations of arthritis.

Amanita muscaria pain relieving and anti-inflammatory ointment:

You need to mix 50 g of petroleum jelly and 50 g of dried mushrooms. Grind everything into a homogeneous mass. The agent must be applied to the affected areas and lightly massaged until the skin is warm, after which the joints should be insulated with a warm handkerchief or scarf and left overnight.

Amanita ointment has an analgesic effect, relieves inflammation and swelling well, helps to normalize metabolic processes in diseased tissues.

Warming creams for therapeutic massage

For diseases of the musculoskeletal system, therapeutic massage is often prescribed. With its help, you can return to the place shifted intervertebral discs that can pinch nerve endings. The procedure helps to restore the functioning of the joint tissues affected by various injuries (bruises, dislocations, ligament ruptures). It is here that warming ointments help well, which have the following actions: they relieve pain, relieve inflammation, reduce swelling and promote normal blood outflow.

Among the most common warming creams used for massage,
very effective are:

1. Viprosal- ointment on camphor or fir, contains gyurza poison. The remedy acts locally, relieves pain, removes swelling, promotes intensive blood circulation in the affected tissues of muscles and joints.
2. Capsicam- ointment with a pronounced analgesic effect. Acts quickly, relieves long-term discomfort in muscles and joints. During massage heats up and relaxes soft tissues, improves blood circulation.
3. Apizartron. The tool is used for both therapeutic massages, and to eliminate pain in the arms, legs, back. The ointment actively reduces muscle tone, improves tissue elasticity, improving metabolism in them.

The listed funds increase the healing properties of massage. With their help, you can eliminate pain and restore the normal functioning of the muscles of the joints.

Warming creams for athletes

Sport is always movement, during which both minor sprains and minor bruises can occur, as well as injuries. of varying severity... Therefore, to minimize or avoid injury, many athletes use warming ointments. They promote the growth of new tissue in the muscles, reduce congestion in the joints, which eliminates the inconvenience and stiffness of movement.

Pre-workout ointments:

In addition to warming ointments, which should be applied before training, athletes use creams after exercise. They must be carefully selected so as not to harm tired muscles.

Among the many creams, one can distinguish sports cream "42" which has a warming effect. It is based on medicinal ingredients of natural origin (essential oils of eucalyptus, lavender, bee venom, extracts of chamomile, horse chestnut and wormwood, vitamins and nutrients). The list of active ingredients does not end there. Therefore, the product is safe and active for sprains, bruises and dislocations. It relieves pain and swelling and inflammation well. The cream is indispensable for sports injuries and muscle fatigue.

A good remedy is and cream "BenGay"... This remedy reduces muscle tone and also helps relieve fatigue after different exercises and physical activity in training.

Another good cream to apply after the gym is Mioton-A... This remedy has a relaxing effect. The cream, with the help of warming, restores muscle work, relieves painful sensations and joint discomfort.

If an injury occurs during training (bruise, dislocation, rupture of ligaments), it helps well Fastum gel... It relieves inflammation and swelling in injured joints, relaxes muscles, relieves their tone. At the same time, blood circulation and metabolism in soft tissues are improved.

Another remedy that has a warming and anti-inflammatory effect is Flexall... This is a cream that is recommended for use in sports after training. Contains aloe extract, vitamin E and camphor.

Warming creams for children

The child's body is very sensitive to many medications. Many products can cause allergies or have many contraindications. In such cases, warming ointments help out. It is recommended to use them for coughs, colds in children. The main thing is to remember that it is possible to rub with warming creams in the absence of heat in the child.

Effective warming creams for children:

Using warming ointments in the treatment of colds in children, it should be remembered that you cannot overdo it with doses. Otherwise, skin burns or an allergic reaction in the form of hives can be provoked.

Solarium warming creams

In cosmetology, warming ointments are widely used. For a solarium there is also a number of warming agents - these are creams with ant poison. Such ointments penetrate into the upper layers of the epidermis, accelerate blood circulation, which contributes to the saturation of the skin with oxygen. The fabrics become more susceptible to sunburn, it lays down evenly and deeper.

The most common warming tanning creams are:

There are many tanning creams and lotions available that increase heat transfer in tissues. Their main goal is a long and deep tan.

Warming ointments and creams are widely used both in medicine and in cosmetology and sports. They relieve pain, inflammation, bruises, and colds. In cosmetology, warming agents are popular for losing weight, for getting rid of cellulite, as well as for good remedy for Tan. When using warming creams, it is important to remember the doses and contraindications.

Warming Ointment Video for Athletes