Charcot shower: how to take it correctly at home

29.11.2016

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Hydrotherapy originated many centuries ago and finally became a method of official medicine in Europe in the 19th century.

It was then that Charcot's douche was invented by a prominent French doctor and scientist. Initially, the procedure, developed by Jean Martin Charcot, was intended for people with diseases of the central nervous system, but later began to be used to treat a number of other ailments.

Nowadays, Charcot's shower is actively used in sanatoriums, beauty salons and various medical institutions, not only as a remedy, but also as a cosmetic procedure - to combat skin imperfections, cellulite and excess weight.

Indications for taking a shower

The Charcot shower procedure is a “shock” direction of a stream of water on certain areas of the body. Water jets have a temperature range from 10–45 °C and affect the patient from a distance of 3 to 3.5 m under a pressure of 1.5–3 atmospheres. The beneficial effect is achieved due to the temperature difference of the water jet, which promotes a rush of blood to the tissues of the organs.

The order of the procedure: heated water is directed in a stream to problem areas of the body, massaging them. Under the influence of water, the blood vessels of the subcutaneous layer expand, increasing blood flow not only in one zone, but also in adjacent areas of the body.

Charcot shower, affecting the circulatory and lymphatic systems, improves metabolism and cleanses the skin at the cellular level from accumulated impurities. The procedure is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of many diseases:

• depression;
• benign tumors and inflamed lesions;
• musculoskeletal system;
• eliminates headaches;
• for obesity in combination with a low-calorie diet;
• to relieve tension from the muscle tissue of the back and spine.

The initial procedure takes 1 minute, then it is increased to 5 minutes. When asked how many procedures to take, doctors answer: a full course of 15 – 20 sessions, the optimal number is 10. Since all stages of a session are thought out, the effect of exposure to water is amazing: the mechanisms of rejuvenation and regeneration begin to work in the body.

It is recommended to consult a doctor first to avoid the consequences of contraindications.

Hydrotherapy effect

Despite the fact that the Charcot shower today is used mainly for one purpose - to make your figure as attractive as possible, the mechanism has a positive effect on a lot of organs and systems.

The influence of Charcot's shower:

• normalizes blood circulation, which subsequently promotes weight loss;
• prevention of nervous conditions, irritability, arthritis, fatigue;
• increases skin elasticity and tone;
• removes toxins from the body;
• has a positive effect on metabolic processes in the body;
• calms sleep and improves performance.

Modern doctors note that the main indicator of weight loss is best combined with other physical activities, such as Pilates or yoga.

Thanks to this type of shower you can get rid of cellulite

Indications for use:

• cellulite or obesity;
• getting rid of the “orange peel” on the thighs;
• chronic fatigue;
• headaches, nervous tension, depression;
• neurological pain;
• rheumatism;
• diseases of the musculoskeletal system or muscle atrophy;
• vegetative-vascular dystonia;
• prevention and strengthening of immunity;
• massage is effective after intense training and for people with a sedentary lifestyle.

It is very important to discuss all the nuances of massage with your doctor before starting the course, because they are not suitable for every person. Be especially specific about water pressure and temperature limits.

Contraindications:

• colds, bronchitis, sore throat;
• low weight of the patient (dystrophy);
• low sensitivity threshold;
• skin diseases;
• post-stroke period;
• pregnancy;
• cancerous tumors and stomach ulcers;
• phlebeurysm.

  
  Charcot's shower is contraindicated for skin diseases

As practice has shown, such procedures should not be carried out before or during menstruation. In this condition, a woman is more sensitive, so the procedure can be quite painful.

Experts note that even for an adult and healthy man, the first time may seem unpleasant and painful, however, you should be patient a little and then you will feel the healing and relaxing effect of Charcot shower.

Types of shower

Therapeutic and health showers are distinguished by the method of application: the number of water jets, its temperature, pressure and direction.

The effect of the massage effect of a jet of water on the human body is mainly therapeutic.

The fan shower provides a gentle treatment for the body. It is intended for patients with problems with the musculoskeletal organs. It should be taken daily for two weeks.

To carry out the fan shower procedure, a fan-shaped water jet is used, which softens its effect on the patient’s body. In this case, the basic temperature and pressure conditions do not change and the session time should not exceed 3 minutes.

The fan shower is contraindicated for heart patients, patients with cerebral atherosclerosis, and weeping dermatitis.

You should know how to properly apply such a strong hydrotherapeutic procedure as a fan shower.

Technique of procedures

Before Charcot's shower, a person must change into a swimsuit (swimming trunks), put a cap on his head, and also put on rubber flip-flops. Men may not wear a cap during the procedure. After a water massage session, it is recommended to use a moisturizer. It is advisable to eat after therapy no earlier than 2 hours later. When undergoing Charcot's shower sessions, it will be useful to drink more water (more than 2-2 liters).

The session is carried out in an equipped shower cabin. The person stands at a distance of three meters from the specialist, holding onto the iron handrails with his hands. The first step is to fan out a water jet from top to bottom to prepare the body. First, the person turns his back to the specialist, after which he turns his front.

Then the water jet is made compact and proceed directly to the massage. The man turns his back to the specialist. The stream hits the legs, and then goes on to the back, arms and sides. After which the patient turns to face the specialist. A circular massage of the abdomen is performed with water jets. This is the final stage of the procedure.

The impact during hydrotherapy is carried out with two jets: cold - 20°C and hot - 40°C. The duration of the procedure is on average 3 minutes. You need to start with 60 seconds. The maximum active hydromassage time is 5 minutes. With each session, its duration increases, as does the pressure in the jet, while the water temperature decreases.

Wellness shower at home

If you want to get a beautiful figure, you don’t have to visit a health center to lose weight.

Charcot's shower at home will not require significant financial costs or special assistance. To do this, you need to purchase a special nozzle for a regular shower. When purchasing a shower head for your home, it is recommended to pay attention to the certificate.

Of course, the results will not be as effective as, for example, taking a shower in a wellness center, since the strength and power of the water jet will be much less.

However, the benefits of a morning shower with a nozzle are obvious - it is an excellent contrast and hygienic tonic event that activates blood flow.

Description of the method

Psychiatrist Jean Martin Charcot, who conducted research in neuralgia, studied mental disorders and methods of their correction, came up with this water procedure. The technique was named after him.

At first, the scope of application of the method was not so wide. Then it was invented to treat diseases of the nervous system. Now the procedure is used in the treatment of a wider range of diseases. Charcot's shower is an active type of hydrotherapy. During this process, hot and cold water streams are supplied alternately under high pressure.

Contents of delivery

1. Alekseev shower with installed nozzle “13 holes” (for powerful massage);
2. Additional nozzle “Shock wave” (for deep treatment of cellulite);
3. Additional nozzle “Underwater massage”;
4. Additional nozzle “Summer shower”;
5. Metal adapter for thread protection Dusha Alekseev - 1 piece;
6. Silicone gasket - 2 pcs.;
7. Adapter for Soviet-style plumbing fixtures - 1 piece;
8. Detailed instruction brochure (54 pages) - 1 piece;
9. Technical passport;
10. Branded packaging.

Beneficial features

Charcot's shower is often compared to salon reflexology.
The main goal of the procedure is to awaken the cell regeneration mechanism, as well as relieve the patient from a tense state. It is worth noting that positive dynamics are observed if hydrotherapy is combined with proper nutrition and an active lifestyle. To provide an anti-cellulite effect, it is necessary to use wraps and peeling. First of all, water massage is useful for maintaining tone, strengthening the immune system and maintaining health in patients. A wellness shower promotes proper blood circulation.

The basis of health is good blood supply to all organs and tissues.

The baby's body is perfectly irrigated with blood.
The body of a thin old man is as dry as a desert. Ischemia (no arterial blood flow). The body of an obese old man is like a stagnant swamp. Stagnation (no outflow of venous blood). But these aridities and waterlogging begin much earlier! With microcirculation disorders: everyone is familiar with the complaint - “clogged muscles”! Muscle spasms caused by sedentary work or excessive exercise block arteries and veins. The capillaries fall asleep... The tissues become acidic. PAIN occurs.

Most often, the congestive-ischemic condition of soft tissues occurs in the back, neck, face, gluteal region (sciatic nerve), lower extremities, and joints.

Something needs to be done to get rid of deserts and swamps. And this must be done without waiting for the consequences - inflammation, hernias, cysts or heart attacks, necrosis. To do this, microcirculation must be restored. And it is clear that creams and injections will not do this...

And massage with cavitation high-speed jets ideally activates the work of blood vessels and capillaries. The result is noticeable to the naked eye: under the influence of such a massage, the skin turns red, becomes pleasantly pink and warm - hyperemia occurs. A skin blood depot is created. Blood enters here from areas of stagnation, and when leaving the skin, it irrigates areas of ischemia. This is how blood is pumped throughout the body and renews it.

And how to do this? – First you need to find the place where the process “began.” It happens simply - where it hurts inside in the soft tissues, there is a problem. But gradually the pain stops - the person is careful, limits his movements and the pain hides. In places of ischemia and stagnation, an almost dying space remains...

It's easy to search for these places with the help of Alekseev's Shower: when massaging wetlands or deserted places it will hurt! The person himself may not discover this terrible place on the body. He will instinctively divert the stream - according to an already established habit. Ask your loved ones or a professional for help: treat every centimeter of your body with cavitation jets. And suddenly you can feel a sharp pain - you’re hit!

You need to remember this place and carefully, constantly press and cavitate it.

In some cases, there may be no pain, but the skin over this place will categorically refuse to turn red - there will be a white and even bluish spot. The capillaries “sleep” - capillary baldness. Recovery can take from 6 months to 2 years. But capillary baldness above the site of ischemia and stagnation will definitely disappear.

Who can't? Contraindications to hydrotherapy

All hydrotherapeutic procedures affect muscles, internal organs, and trigger active processes in the body. Therefore, like any serious interventions, they have a number of contraindications. Among them:

• oncological diseases;
• tuberculosis;
• kidney diseases;
• infections and fever;
• history of heart attack and stroke;
• menstruation in women.
• hernias;
• pregnancy;
• presence of a pacemaker.

Additional attachments

Additional specialized meshes are designed for specialized massage hydroprocedures; they differ in the number, size and location of conoidal holes. With their help, experienced users and connoisseurs of hydromassage with Alekseev's Shower will be able to realize almost any of their fantasies in the use and invention of water procedures. Developed based on many years of experience and experimentation (Alekseeva Shower has been produced since March 2004, additional nets have been produced since the beginning of 2013). Made from gray ABS plastic.

What should you combine Charcot's shower with?

You can combine Charcot's shower with mild chemical peeling. Mechanical products should be abandoned, as they have an aggressive effect on the skin. It is necessary to allow time to pass after mechanical peeling. Otherwise, Charcot's shower may damage cleansed skin.

This water massage goes well with the body wrap procedure. After the session, the skin softens, allowing it to better absorb nutrients. Also, for cosmetic purposes, you can combine Charcot's shower with underwater hydromassage, baths with herbal infusions and regular massage.

The effectiveness of Charcot's shower has long been proven. Many people have already experienced the results of the sessions. Charcot's shower has many contraindications. Therefore, a course of sessions should be carried out only after the permission of the attending physician and under the guidance of a qualified specialist.

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