Every eighth inhabitant of Europe suffers from various joint problems. Such diseases can provoke a number of other diseases and even the development of malignant tumors. For joint therapy and support, it is not necessary to use the latest expensive drugs. Suffice it to recall the old and time-tested means donated to people by nature itself. One of these drugs is bischofite, a biologically active complex of minerals that has a beneficial effect on the human body.
Composition and medicinal properties of bischofite
Bischofite is a natural mineral consisting of a whole spectrum of useful macro- and microelements. It was formed as a result of the evaporation of the seas of the Permian period and is a healing ancient salt.
In a crystalline state, bischofite is very rare in nature. Most often it is mined in the form salt solution, according to their healing properties not inferior to the water of the Dead Sea.
The basis of bischofite is a compound of chloride and magnesium salts. In addition, the mineral contains:
- bromine;
- calcium;
- manganese;
- potassium;
- sodium;
- iron;
- copper;
- silicon;
- lithium;
- molybdenum;
- titanium.
In total, bischofite contains more than 20 trace elements that have a healing effect on the human body. The effectiveness of the mineral in the treatment of diseases is due to the presence of a large amount of magnesium in it, which is involved in many metabolic processes, improves the activity of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, and increases the absorption of useful microelements.
It is interesting that bischofite, discovered at the end of the 19th century, began to actively penetrate the Soviet medical practice only 100 years later, in 1982. The results of its use were so good that bischofite began to be used in spa treatment.
Scientifically and empirically, it has been established that this gift of nature has the following beneficial properties:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antiseptic;
- immunomodulatory;
- absorbable;
- vasodilator;
- pain relievers;
- regenerative.
Bischofite is used in complex treatment diseases of the cardiovascular and neuromuscular systems, it is used in dentistry, gynecology and gastroenterology. However, optimal results are achieved in the treatment of joint diseases.
The healing properties of bischofite were discovered by miners: many workers noted a decrease in pain in the hands and phalanges of the fingers after washing their hands in water saturated with this mineral. In 1877, its properties were studied by the German scientist Carl Gustav Bischof, and at the beginning of the 20th century, bischofite was added to preparations intended for the treatment of joint diseases.
Today bischofite is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry. On its basis, medicines of a very different consistency are made. The most common drugs are as follows.
- Aqueous (isotonic) bischofite solution is a bitter-salty brine, odorless, transparent or yellowish. It is used for compresses and bath preparation.
- Pasta is a thick bischofite-based substance.
- Gel is an easy-to-use preparation with anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
- The cream is a remedy for the prevention of diseases of the joints and spine, often with the addition of extracts of cinquefoil and comfrey.
- Balm is a preparation for external use without restrictions in the amount of application. There are 2 types of balm available: with a golden mustache and larkspur. Both are used to relieve joint pain and restore cartilage.
At correct application of these medicines the effectiveness of therapy will be equally high both in clinical and at home.
Ointment, cream, gel and other products based on bischofite - gallery
Balsam with bischofite 
Bischofite-based gel 
Bischofite cream 
Bischofite-based pasta 
Bischofite water solution
Indications for use
Bischofite solution and other medicines based on it are used to treat a number of diseases of the joints and spine:
- arthritis;
- arthrosis;
- gout;
- osteoporosis;
- osteochondrosis;
- radiculitis;
- lumbodynia and lumbago (small, but prolonged, debilitating / sharp, shooting pain);
- joint bleeding;
- spondyloarthritis (ankylosing spondylitis);
- inflammation of various parts of the spine;
- complications after operations and injuries.
Penetrating through the skin, magnesium enhances the excretion of salts, helping to reduce pain and restore joint mobility. The anti-inflammatory and warming effect of the mineral helps to relieve swelling, heal cartilaginous tissue, improve blood circulation and accelerate regenerative processes. At the same time, muscle tissue becomes more elastic, and bone strength increases.
Doctors have found that the best results of bischofite treatment are observed in patients whose illness lasts less than 10 years. People with lingering chronic diseases receive only a significant improvement from therapy, however, it is rarely possible to completely defeat the pathology.
In addition to eliminating the underlying disease, when using bischofite, a healing effect on the entire body is observed.
Contraindications and side effects
Despite the fact that bischofite is a completely natural remedy, it has a number of contraindications. So, it is forbidden to use drugs based on it under the following conditions:
- elevated body temperature;
- oncological diseases:
- exacerbation of coronary heart disease;
- cardiovascular insufficiency I or II degree;
- pronounced sclerosis of the vessels of the brain;
- skin diseases and violation of its integrity at the sites of application;
- individual intolerance to magnesium, iodine or bromine.
Doctors do not recommend using bischofite during pregnancy and lactation. Children can be treated with this mineral, but the solution should be diluted with water in a 1: 1 ratio. People with disabilities of cardio-vascular system do not put compresses on the heart area, in the case of several affected areas, it is better to limit yourself to one area at a time, and the exposure time should be limited to 7-8 hours.
Bischofite should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypersensitivity. Therapy should be discontinued if any signs of allergy appear: itching, rash, swelling of the mucous membranes, rhinitis, cough and other similar symptoms.
Instructions for use at home and in hospital
Given the variety of bischofite-based products, the treatment of diseased joints can be done in a variety of ways. Most often, an aqueous solution is used, although creams, gels and pastes also find their use.
Baths
Baths with bischofite solution can be general or local.
Shared baths are aimed at healing the whole body and provide for the immersion of the whole body, with the exception of the head. To do this, add 2–4 liters of isotonic solution to a bath with a volume of 100 to 200 liters, and the patient is immersed in water at a temperature of about 35 ºС for 10–15 minutes. The procedure is done for 2 days, on the third there is a break. The course of treatment is from 7 to 10 procedures, and each time it is necessary to make a fresh solution.
Attention! For patients with poor health, a half-bath is recommended: the water should not rise to the level of the heart and chest.
The next course can be started no earlier than in 1-2 months.
Local baths involve immersion in a bischofite solution of a separate part of the body, more often arms or legs. The solution is prepared more concentrated than for general baths: 125 ml of bischofite are added to 1 liter of water. In this case, the duration of the procedure should not exceed 30 minutes. The course of treatment is 10–12 sessions, and the break between the series of procedures should be at least a month.
Compresses
With severe joint pain good effect give compresses with bischofite. They have a quick warming effect, due to which blood rushes to the affected area, the pain disappears and inflammation begins to pass. Previously, the joint must be well warmed up with wax, paraffin, ozokerite, a blue lamp or a regular heating pad. After that in sore spot a solution of bischofite is rubbed in (preferably in a 1: 1 ratio), and then a cloth soaked in the product is applied. On top you need to put polyethylene or waxed paper and tightly wrap the sore spot with a warm handkerchief.
As a rule, the compress is put on all night, and in the morning the affected area is washed with warm water. The procedure must be repeated every other day for three weeks. The minimum break between courses of treatment is one month.
Rubbing
Rubbing with bischofite-based preparations is a very effective procedure for joint diseases. An aqueous solution, balm, paste or cream must be warmed up to 38–40 ºС, after which the product should be rubbed into the problem area with massage movements for 2–5 minutes. As in the case of compresses, it is better to warm up the sore joint before the procedure.
The manipulation is repeated for two weeks 2-3 times a day. After 1-2 months, the course can be repeated.
Attention! It is better to rub no more than 2-3 large joints in one procedure, and only one area is enough for weakened people.
Massage
Light massage can enhance the effect of bischofite-based products. As a rule, a gel is used for this, which is applied to the sore joint. Problem place massaged for 7-10 minutes. After the procedure, the area of the body must be wrapped up, providing it with peace and the absence of heavy loads.
Electrophoresis
In a clinical setting, patients with joint diseases are often additionally prescribed bischofite electrophoresis. The introduction of this mineral through the skin using an electric current is considered one of the most effective procedures, but only a specialist should carry it out.
With the correct use of bischofite, respecting the proportions and duration of the sessions, a stable improvement occurs in 70-80% of patients.
It is known that almost all diseases can be fought with the help of funds donated by nature itself. Lesions of the musculoskeletal system are no exception. Many people suffering from arthritis, muscle cramps, achieve significant relief with the help of this amazing mineral. Poltava bischofite, rich in magnesium and devoid of harmful impurities, will help to cope with both stress and skin ailments. Additional advantage – comfortable forms release for home use.
Composition and properties
Bischofite is a hydrous mineral. This is a concentrate sea salt, which appeared almost 200 million years ago. Environmentally friendly polymineral has a unique composition. It contains many macro- and microelements that are especially important for human health. Moreover, in terms of their concentration, the mineral exceeds even sea water.
The main compound of bischofite is magnesium chloride (up to 350 g / l). In addition to magnesium, many other elements can be found in bischofite solution, including:
- iron;
- potassium;
- sodium;
- bromine;
- molybdenum;
- calcium;
- aluminum;
- copper;
- silver;
- zinc;
- silicon;
- barium;
- lithium.
Bishofite deposits are not so common. A rare deposit was discovered in the Volgograd region. In Ukraine, in Poltava, one of the deepest and oldest deposits of bischofite was discovered.
Magnesium chloride in general has a beneficial effect on the body:
- Stimulates metabolism.
- Reduces inflammation by reducing histamine and serotonin levels.
- Accelerates the healing processes in the body.
- Increases testosterone levels.
- Strengthens the immune system.
- Slows down aging.
- Reduces blood cholesterol levels.
- Improves the functioning of the musculoskeletal system.
- Lowers blood pressure.
- Accelerates recovery processes in the tissues.
- Improves skin condition.
People have known for a long time about the healing properties of this mineral salt. With the help of baths and lotions, cramps and pains in muscles, skin diseases are treated. Under stress and nervous disorders they promote relaxation and tranquility.
Bischofite has found wide application in balneology due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Gel, compresses, ointment based on this polymineral - means to combat, rheumatoid arthritis, and other joint problems.
Indications and contraindications
Gel, ointment, solutions and other preparations for external use based on bischofite are recommended for use in conditions caused by magnesium deficiency. Low level of this trace mineral is linked to various health problems. Its deficiency especially negatively affects the condition of joints and muscles, heart and blood vessels, nervous system... Thus, the Poltava bischofite is indicated for use in such problems as:
- arthritis;
- osteoarthritis;
- osteochondrosis;
- ankylosing spondylitis;
- radiculitis;
- neuroses;
- initial stage hypertension;
- ischemic disease hearts;
- atherosclerosis;
- cardiopsychoneurosis;
- diseases genitourinary system among women.
The effectiveness of preparations for external use based on magnesium chloride is explained by the ability of the skin to absorb nutrients. They then travel through the circulatory system throughout the body. At the same time, more than necessary, the skin will not absorb, which means there is no risk of overdose. Therefore, bischofite in the form of baths, brine, gel is safe for use at home. However, such products should not be taken orally and should be stored in safe place, away from children.
Despite the unique composition and varied medicinal properties, there are contraindications to the use of bischofite. The main one is individual intolerance to any of the components in the preparations. It is also better not to treat diseases in the acute stage. Other contraindications are allergic reactions and inflammatory skin lesions.
Forms of issue
It is not necessary to go to a balneological resort for mineral treatment. Today bischofite is widely used due to the variety of preparations based on it. On sale there is a gel, brine, bath concentrate, ointment, cream, balm. You can find them in all pharmacies at reasonable prices.
Gel
The drug in this form is especially popular given the ease of use at home. It is easy to wash off with water, it does not leave marks on clothes, it is quickly absorbed and does not cause irritation. Various manufacturers add other components to the gel, for example, vitamins, glycerin, iodine. As a result, the healing properties of the bischofite-based preparation are further enhanced.
With the help of the gel, you can fight not only joint problems, but also cellulite
Instructions for use:
- Rub the gel into the affected areas several times a day.
- If the pain is especially pronounced, use it every 2-3 hours.
- Continue treatment for up to 2 weeks.
- Repeat the course after a month break, if necessary.
The gel does not have to be used with additional insulation or heating. After rubbing, there is a feeling of warmth and soon the pain subsides.
Side effects occur very rarely in the absence of individual intolerance. But with prolonged use, the gel leads to the appearance of hives, itching, and rashes.
Salt
In this form, the mineral is used for baths and compresses. Bischofite in the form of salt is recommended as additional funds with, diseases of the nervous system, gynecological diseases, inflammatory lesions throat and oral cavity, hypertension, heart and vascular problems.
Instructions for use:
- To prepare baths, dilute 200 g of salt in warm water.
- Perform the procedure for 15–20 minutes, every two days.
- For a full course, 10 baths are enough.
Compress is a more time consuming procedure. First warm up the problem area with a heating pad or blue lamp. Then dilute 2 tablespoons of salt in a little water. Lubricate the areas of pain with the resulting solution (no more than 2 large joints at a time), and apply a warm compress on top. Rinse off the remaining salt in the morning warm water... Perform procedures every day, for a course of about 2 weeks.
Another option is to treat sinus lesions. In this case, the compress is applied for 15–20 minutes on this area.
Like gel, bischofite-based bath salt can lead to allergic reactions in the form of rashes, hives, itching. In such a situation, treatment should be stopped immediately.
Concentrate
Bischofite in this form is very convenient because it is sold in large containers. Manufacturers often increase healing effect minerals, adding essential oils, extracts of herbs and conifers. Thanks to this, the drug acquires antiseptic, anti-cold, anti-aging and other beneficial features.
The concentrate is used for general and local baths, lotions, compresses, rinses, inhalations, joint rubbing.
Such remedies alleviate the painful manifestations of arthritis, accelerate recovery with gynecological ailments, soothe nervous excitement, while providing a vasodilating and antispastic effect. Minerals and healing supplements help relieve puffiness, restore range of motion, eliminate stiffness and pain, improve mood and improve sleep.
Instructions for use:
- To prepare a healing bath, add 1-2 tablespoons of the concentrate to the water.
- The duration of the procedure is 15 minutes.
- Do not use soap after this bath.
Compresses are prepared in the same way as when using bischofite in the form of salt. Better to apply it at night.
To prepare a solution for rinsing, the concentrate is diluted in a 1: 5 ratio. With its help, you can fight rhinitis, stomatitis, gingivitis, periodontitis. It is very important to avoid getting the drug inside. In a similar way, brine is prepared for use in rubbing and inhalation.
Ointment and instructions for its preparation
This form of bischofite is interesting because you can make it yourself. To do this, melt 100 g of any animal fat, and then add 20-30 ml of brine to it. Treat with such an ointment joint lesions, inflammatory skin diseases. Rub the product 2-3 times a day into the affected area. The course of treatment lasts 2 weeks.
Although bischofite in the form of bath salts and compresses, balm, concentrate is effective and safe, it is better to treat joints and other health problems after consulting a specialist. The doctor will definitely tell you whether your clinical case is suitable for treatment with minerals, and warn about possible contraindications.
Bischofite gel for joints is prescribed by doctors to patients to prevent further progression of destructive-degenerative changes and regeneration of damaged tissues. The use of this external remedy helps to quickly stop the inflammatory process and reduce the intensity. pharmachologic effect Bischofit gel is based on the properties of its biologically active substances- micro and macro elements. The high concentration of magnesium allows the drug to be used in therapy various pathologies musculoskeletal system, occurring against the background of inflammation and destruction of joints, cartilage, and ligaments.
Composition and dosage forms
The main composition of the Bishofit gel is represented by a chloride-magnesium-sodium complex. This natural composition is extracted by underground dissolution of the mineral layer with artesian water. Quite rarely, bischofite is found in a crystalline state, since this structure is unstable due to its high hygroscopicity. Therefore, the initial raw material for the drug becomes a concentrated, salt-saturated solution, in which magnesium ions predominate.
In addition to magnesium, potassium, chlorine, Bischofit gel contains more than 60 microelements. For the treatment of joint diseases, the presence of iron, molybdenum, iodine, copper, calcium and titanium in the natural complex is of particular interest.
Preparations for external use with bischofite are produced by many manufacturers. Depending on the manufacturer, the content of the ingredients varies significantly. But there is one characteristic similarity - the low price of the drug, which rarely exceeds 100 rubles per 75 ml. For ease of use and for the sake of economy, you can purchase a large package of gel - 100 ml (from 120 rubles). Bischofite in the form of a gel, cream or balm is used in therapy accompanied by severe pain and . Some manufacturers have improved the composition of the topical product by adding extracts medicinal plants and for quick elimination symptoms. For example, Bischofit gel from the 911 therapeutic line contains the following ingredients:
- extract of golden mustache;
- extract;
- extract.
Bee venom, essential oils of juniper, pine, fir, eucalyptus, menthol or levomenthol, camphor, gum turpentine are introduced into the composition of external agents. This combination significantly increases therapeutic effectiveness drug. Bioactive compounds relieve pain, swelling and inflammation, and minerals accelerate regeneration processes.
Separately, it is worth noting the components used to form the gel base. They were selected on the basis of their structural and mechanical characteristics, as well as their ability to stabilize minerals in high concentration for a long time. Bischofite gel contains:
- sorbitol;
- cellosize;
- microker;
- triethanolamine.
Auxiliary components provide transepidermal and transdermal properties of the gel. Thanks to them, the complex of minerals is easily absorbed and penetrates directly into the foci of inflammation, relieving pain and swelling. Consumer properties also depend on the compounds for forming the base - a homogeneous transparent consistency, the absence of mechanical impurities, adhesion, the ability to be squeezed out of a plastic or aluminum tube.
For preparations with bischofite from various manufacturers, a specific smell (citrus, floral) or its complete absence is characteristic.
pharmachologic effect
In 1995 in medical center In Volgograd, clinical trials on animals were carried out. According to their results, bischofite is a biologically active substance that has an immunotropic, anti-inflammatory and weak analgesic effect. The pharmacological activity of a natural compound is based on a high concentration of magnesium in its composition, which determines its widespread use in the following fields of medicine:
- balneology;
- dermatology;
- neuropathology;
- physiotherapy;
- traumatology.
Deficiency of magnesium in the human body provokes the development of inflammatory processes. With a lack of a trace element, more than 350 biochemical reactions, which should proceed with its direct participation, will not occur or will occur in a distorted version. But its sufficient content in the tissues increases their resistance to alteration, reduces the release of fluid from small blood vessels... The trace element is also characterized by the stimulation of the biosynthetic functions of fibroblasts, the stabilization of energy metabolism.
Excessively long-term use of preparations with bischofite can cause a local irritating effect on the mucous membranes of the digestive tract. Its nephro- and hepatotoxic effect is also noted.
Bischofite for joints is prescribed to strengthen muscle and connective tissues, which becomes an excellent prevention of their further destructive and degenerative changes. Percutaneous intake of a high concentration of a bioactive compound into an inflammatory focus stimulates blood circulation in damaged tissues. They begin to receive nutrients and molecular oxygen, accelerating regenerative processes.
Indications for use
The main therapeutic range of application of the gel for Bischofit joints is chronic inflammatory and dystrophic (associated with tissue nutritional disorders) pathologies of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular system. In the absence of additional active ingredients in the external agent, a dermatologist or allergist may prescribe it for the treatment of skin diseases, for example, dermatitis, eczema, urticaria. In the annotation attached to the secondary packaging, daily application of the gel is recommended when diagnosing the following pathological conditions:
- osteochondrosis;
- radiculitis;
As a symptomatic agent, Bishofit gel is prescribed to patients for the rapid restoration of tendons, joints, ligaments resulting from injuries - bruises or squeezing. The use of the drug significantly shortens the period. The mineral composition is characterized by the ability to reduce the severity of hematomas, even extensive and old ones, due to the normalization of blood supply to tissues damaged during destruction.
Regular use of Bishofit gel provides transcutaneous saturation with magnesium, potassium and other bioactive compounds of the joint tissues affected by inflammation. This effect has been empirically found, studied and widely used in therapy for more than 50.
Contraindications and side effects
Treatment of joints with Bischofite gel is not suitable for every patient due to the peculiarities chemical composition... After absorption, the active ingredients enter the systemic circulation, and then into internal organs... Trace elements potassium and magnesium are necessary for the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system, but their excessive concentration can worsen the well-being of a person with such chronic diseases:
- circulatory disorders 2 or 3 degrees;
- a heart rhythm disorder;
- progressive angina pectoris.
The drug is not used in the therapy of patients who have identified individual sensitivity to active or auxiliary ingredients. In this case, a violent allergic reaction occurs, proceeding as a urticaria. Edema forms on the skin, a rash in the form of small blisters, redness, and severe itching is especially inconvenient for a person. When applying the product to skin with scratches, cracks, wounds, inflammation and pain syndrome of varying intensity.
One of pharmacological effects natural bischofite - acceleration of metabolic and regeneration processes. This property poses a danger to people diagnosed with malignant and benign tumors. The use of Bischofit gel will cause the rapid division of mutated cells.
The external agent is not included in the therapeutic regimens of pregnant women, since there have been no clinical trials to establish its teratogenic activity. For children under 9 years of age and women during lactation, the drug is prescribed with caution. Therapy of pathologies of the musculoskeletal system in elderly patients, especially senile, is carried out under medical supervision. The saturation of tissues with microelements can negatively affect the condition of patients with chronic liver and kidney diseases, so they are regularly sent to the laboratory for blood and urine samples.
Instructions for use
Features of the use of Bishofit gel at home depend on its qualitative composition. If the remedy is used to accelerate recovery after surgical intervention or in combination with, and, then neuropathologists and traumatologists recommend purchasing the drug without any additives. To restore damaged tissues, it is enough to apply the gel to the area of inflammation 2-3 times a day, squeezing a column 1-3 cm long from the tube (depending on the area of the lesion). Since the chloride-magnesium-sodium complex is characterized by some cumulativeness, after a two-week course, you should take a break for 1 month, then the treatment can be continued.
When using a preparation with bischofite, it makes no sense to insulate the place of application with a bandage or ordinary thick cloth, since there are no biologically active substances in its composition that have a warming effect.
Algorithm for using the product with extracts of comfrey, saber, bee venom or essential oils another. These ingredients increase the temperature in the area of rubbing, therefore, to increase the warming effect, it is advisable to insulate the area of application. The time of the procedure is 1-2 hours. This period is shortened when discomfort occurs:
- burning sensation;
- pain;
- tingling or tingling sensations.
In this case, the dressing must be removed, the skin must be rubbed with a tonic or lotion that does not contain ethanol... The instructions for use indicate that it is allowed to alternate Bishofit gel with external agents, which include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and (or).
Analogs
Gels, ointments and creams with a chloride-magnesium-sodium complex are far from the most popular remedies in the therapy of pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. The highest ability to regenerate damaged joint tissues is possessed by liquid dosage forms with bischofite. They are used in balneological practice for local or general baths. With the help of the solution, you can make compresses, lotions, bandages at home.
The tool is also actively used in physiotherapy for electrophoresis. During the procedure, cotton swabs soaked in a 10% bischofite solution are applied to the area of pain and inflammation, and metal plates are installed on top, through which weak discharges of electric current are passed. Under their influence, microelements penetrate deeply located tissues, creating the most high concentration that stimulates healing. The duration of the procedure is 10-15 minutes. Depending on the stage of the articular pathology, the neuropathologist prescribes 10 or 15 physiotherapeutic procedures.
No less therapeutic effect is characteristic of compresses and bischofite baths. For procedures, you should purchase a 100% bischofite solution in a glass or plastic container at the pharmacy (from 140 rubles). The cost of the drug depends on the volume of the bottle. Manufacturers produce a regenerating agent in 350 and 500 ml, but there are also 1000 ml containers. Information about the rules and procedure therapeutic procedures presented in the table:
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Name treatment procedure |
Instructions for the use of bischofite solution |
| Compress | Before applying the product, the area of pain and inflammation is warmed up using a blue emitting lamp or a regular heating pad. The concentrate is diluted with an equal volume of water. A wide bandage is moistened in a solution, applied to the skin for 10 hours, and fixed with a bandage. To prolong the healing effect, you can place a sheet of thin parchment paper over the bandage. After removing the compress, rinse the skin with water and rub in a moisturizer |
| Local and public baths | For a common bath, 2 liters of liquid are dissolved in 200 liters of warm water (temperature about 35 ° C), for a local one - 200 ml in 10 liters. The duration of the treatment procedure is 15 minutes. It is not recommended to shower with any detergents after physiotherapy. |
All procedures with bischofite solutions are carried out every two days. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor, who takes into account the stage of the pathology, the general state of health of the patient. The average duration of a therapeutic course is 14-25 days.
Bischofit gel has analogs that differ from it in composition, but similar in therapeutic effect on joint tissues. These include pepper-ammonia liniment, gum turpentine, ozokerafin, turpentine ointment.
Compresses, baths and applications with bischofite have been used to treat articular pathologies since the early 1980s in sanatoriums and physical hospitals. Back in 1985, the Ministry of Health of the USSR recommended the use of a chloride-magnesium-sodium complex as part of the symptomatic therapy of osteochondrosis different localization at the stage of remission and deforming osteoarthritis.
Bischofite belongs to the anti-inflammatory drugs of balneotherapy, which are created on the basis of natural substances.
pharmachologic effect
Bischofite is a natural mineral, which consists of a chloride-sodium-magnesium complex, and also contains bromine, iodine, iron and other elements. Bishofite extraction method: well drilling. The use of Bishofit helps to relieve inflammation and relieve pain in inflammatory diseases of a chronic nature. This is confirmed and positive feedback about Bischofite.
Indications for the use of Bishofit
Bischofite is used locally as a balneological agent ( therapeutic mud, mineral water) for the following diseases:
Deforming arthrosis;
Radiculitis;
Rheumatoid arthritis;
Lumbodynia.
Bischofite renders curative action and with others chronic diseases musculoskeletal and neuromuscular apparatus of an inflammatory and dystrophic nature. This is evidenced by the reviews of Bischofite of patients who used this drug.
Dosage and administration of Bischofit
Bischofite brine is prescribed in the form of compresses. Before using Bishofit, it is necessary to warm up the area of the body where the compress will be used. To do this, the joint or a specific area of the body is warmed with a heating pad or blue lamp for 3-5 minutes.
Bischofite brine can be diluted in water in a 1: 1 ratio or used undiluted. Bischofite is rubbed into the sore spot for 5 minutes, after which a compress is applied. The gauze is moistened with brine, applied to the affected area and covered with wax paper. Such a compress is especially effective at night, which is confirmed by reviews about Bischofite. After removing the compress, the skin area is washed with warm water.
The duration of treatment is from 10 to 12 procedures, which are carried out every other day.
Bischofite gel is rubbed into the affected area 2 or 3 times a day. Bischofite gel is used without preliminary warming and without a compress. The course of treatment is from 10 to 14 days, if necessary, after a month, treatment with Bischofit gel can be repeated.
Side effects
Everyday long-term use of Bischofit can cause irritation and allergic reactions on the skin. If side effects are detected, Bishofit is discontinued. It is not recommended to use a compress with Bischofite when skin diseases in an inflamed place.
Bischofite for cellulite
The use of Bischofite for cellulite gives positive results and reduces the "orange peel".
Bischofite is prescribed for cellulite in the form of compresses and baths. The use of compresses involves pre-heating the problem area; it is best to use a compress at night. It is necessary to make compresses with Bischofite for cellulite every other day, the course is 12 days.
To prepare a bath for cellulite warm water it is necessary to add a liter of bischofite or 200 grams of bischofite salt (in a rag bag), take water treatments 10-20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The course of taking baths with Bischofite for cellulite is 10-12 procedures, the frequency is once every two days.
About permission to use BISHOFIT in balneological practice
In accordance with the main legislation of the USSR and the Union republics on health, I authorize the use of bischofite as a balneological agent recommended by the Pharmacological Committee and approved by the Administration for the introduction of new drugs and medical equipment of the USSR Ministry of Health.
I ORDER:
1. Head of the Department for the introduction of new drugs and medical equipment, t. Babayan E.A.
1.1. To approve the Instruction for the use of BISHOFIT in balneological practice.
1.2. Submit the instructions for use of BISHOFIT to the following organizations:
The Main Directorate of Medical preventive care Ministry of Health of the USSR;
The Central Order of the Red Banner of Labor Research Institute of Balneology and Physiotherapy;
The Central Council for the Management of Trade Union Resorts;
Volgograd medical institute Ministry of Health of the USSR;
Volgograd Regional Department of Health.
1.3. Control over the implementation of this order shall be entrusted to the head of the Department for the introduction of new drugs and medical equipment, E.A. Babayan.
Minister of Health of the USSR S.P.Burenkov
MINISTRY OF HEALTH OF THE USSR
ORDER No. 778
24.10.88 Moscow city
[In addition to the order of the USSR Ministry of HealthNo. 306 dated 03/18/85"On permission to use bischofite inbalneological practice "]
In accordance with the Fundamentals of Legislation of the USSR and the Union Republics on Public Health and the decision of the Pharmacological Committee.
I ALLOW: Application of bischofite brine in the form of compresses
APPROVED: Instructions for the therapeutic use of bischofite brine in the form of compresses.
I ORDER:
1. The Main Directorate of Medical and Preventive Care (Comrade VI Kalinin) shall bring this instruction to the attention of preventive institutions.
2. The main pharmacy department (comrade Apaeov AD) to make an order for the bottling and supply of bischofite brine for a network of medical and prophylactic and pharmaceutical institutions in accordance with the requests of the Ministry of Health of the Union republics
2.1 The sale of bischofite brine for compresses is carried out in the pharmacy with the obligatory application of the instructions approved by this order.
Control over the implementation of this order shall be entrusted to the Deputy Minister of Health of the USSR, Comrade Moskvicheva A.M.
First Deputy Minister I.N. Denisov
Application
Instructions for the therapeutic use of bischofite brine in the form of compresses
Bischofite is a natural mineral. According to its composition, it is a bromine chloride magnesium brine with a salinity of 400-450 g / l, with sour reaction environments containing various trace elements (iodine, copper, iron, silicon, molybdenum, titanium, lithium, etc.)
Bischofite brine is transported and stored in glassware or plastic cans. Stored at any temperature. Shelf-life Unlimited. The brine, which has yellowed with the precipitated sediment, does not lose its properties.
Therapeutic action
Compresses with bischofite have a moderate anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect in chronic inflammatory diseases.
Indications for use
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system:
- deforming arthrosis, including complicated by secondary synovitis;
- rheumatoid arthritis;
- osteoarthritis without pronounced manifestations of reactive synovitis;
- vertebrogenic diseases of the nervous system in patients with compression and reflex syndromes of the cervicothoracic and lumbosacral spine (radiculitis, lumbodynia, lumboischiapgia, etc.)
Stages of the disease - incomplete remission, regression with moderate pain syndrome, muscle contractures in children with cerebral palsy.
Bischofite in the form of compresses can be used in geriatric practice or with relatively severe course diseases when the appointment of general mineral baths is contraindicated. Compresses with bischofite can be used both in hospitals and at home under the supervision of a doctor.
Method of appointment
Liable to therapeutic effect part of the body (joint, lumbar region, etc.) is warmed with a blue lamp or heating pad for 3-5 minutes. On a saucer, pour 20-30 g of bischofite heated to 38 ° - 40 ° C and, wetting your fingers with brine, lightly rub into the painful place, as if massaging the tissues for 3-5 minutes. Then the remaining brine is impregnated with gauze, applied to the joint or other painful area, covered with waxed paper and wrapped around the entire area, making a warming compress. The procedure is usually carried out at night, leaving the compress for 8-10 hours. In the morning, the remains of bischofite are washed off the skin with warm water. For the course of treatment, 12-14 procedures are recommended, carried out every other day. If signs of skin irritation appear, the treatment is interrupted. After the disappearance of the symptoms of skin irritation, the treatment can be continued. At the same time, the effect can be carried out on no more than 2-3 large joints. Patients with dysfunction of the cardiovascular system should use the minimum dosage - the duration of the procedure is reduced to 6-7 hours and affects only one joint. In geriatric practice, the brine is diluted with water, bringing the mineralization to 150-200 g / L. The repeated course of treatment can be carried out with an interval of 2-3 months. With a decrease in pain in the joints, you should actively increase the range of motion. With a significant exacerbation or intolerance to the procedures, they are canceled. By resorting to other treatments.
Side effects
Irritation of the skin with daily application of compresses.
Contraindications
- Individual intolerance to procedures.
- Diseases in acute stage, as well as a severe clinical course of the disease.
- Skin disease in the affected area.
- The appearance of signs of bromism, iodism and other allergic conditions.
Head of the Main Directorate treatment-and-prophylactic help V.I. Kalinin
Instructions for the use of bischofite baths from bischofite brine or bischofite salt
Bischofite is a natural mineral containing 96% magnesium chloride and impurities of other salts, as well as trace elements (bromine, iodine, copper, iron, silicon, rubidium, molybdenum, boron, titanium, lithium, etc.)
Bischofite occurs at a depth of 1000 - 1700 m in the form of highly soluble crystals. It is easily recovered by underground dissolution through a well. In dissolved form, bischofite is colorless or slightly yellowish, odorless, oily to the touch. The taste is hot-bitter-salty. The total salinity of the brine is 450-460 g / l.
Preparation of baths from bischofite brine
3-4 liters of bischofite brine are poured into a bath with a capacity of 150-200 liters, the water temperature is brought to 35 ° - 37 ° C. Under this condition, the concentration of bischofite brine will be 1: 50.
Preparation of bischofite baths
3-4 kg of bischofite salt, placed in a gauze bag, are dissolved in a bath with a capacity of 150-200 liters and the water temperature is brought to 35 ° - 37 ° C.
Mode of application
Bischofite baths are used in the form of local or general baths at a temperature of 35 ° - 37 ° C, the duration of the bath is 10-15 minutes. The course consists of taking 10-12 baths.
Indications
Taking into account that bischofite brine at a dilution of 1:50 is an analogue of iodine-bromine waters, bischofite baths are prescribed for diseases:
- Musculoskeletal system (arthritis, arthrosis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteochondrosis, the consequences of trauma).
- Peripheral nervous system (radiculitis, neuritis, ganglionitis), central nervous system ( functional disorders- neuroses, neurasthenia, climacteric syndrome, vegetative dystonia).
- Female genital area (inflammatory, dyshormonal disorders).
- Cardiovascular system (atherosclerosis, hypertonic disease I - II degrees, functional disorders, diseases peripheral vessels and etc.).
Contraindications
Bischofite baths are contraindicated in the event of bromism and iodism, as well as in general contraindications for balneotherapy
Storage conditions
Bischofite brine is stored in closed glass or plastic containers at a temperature of -10 +20 C in a dark place. Shelf life is not limited. TU 39-15-01-88
The instruction was approved by the Pharmaceutical Committee of the USSR Ministry of Health on 10.24.88.
Excerpts from the magazine
"Questions of balneology, physiotherapy and medical physical culture"No. 4 1988
Bischofite as a balneotherapeutic factor
V.B. Kiselev- Central Research Institute of Balneology and Physiotherapy, Moscow
Natural deposits of bischofite are formed in artesian basins of platform areas and foredeeps containing super-hard (300 - 500 g / dm 3) chloride magnesium brines. Regionally, bischofite deposits - solid salts and brines are common in many regions of the country, for example, in the Permian aquifers in the southeast of the Russian platform and the Cis-Ural trough, in the Meso-Cenozoic Central Asia, in the Cambrian Irkutsk basin, Ciscarpathia, etc. ... Bishofite has a diverse appearance, which depends on the color, transparency and size of bischofite grains, as well as mineral impurities.
Chlorine-magnesium brine of the Volgograd deposit is obtained by the method of underground dissolution (leaching) of bischofite. For this, fresh water is pumped into the well, where the water is saturated with bischofite salt. Saturation is carried out until the specific gravity reaches 1.33 g / cm 3, which corresponds to a total mineralization of 430-470 g / d 3. The prepared bischofite solution is pumped into a pressure tank located near the well, from where it is poured into cisterns and delivered to consumers subject to sanitary conditions.
The bischofite of the Nizhne-Volzhsky (Volgogradsky) deposit occurs at a depth of about 1000 - 1700 m. It contains magnesium chloride (MgC 2) 415-460 g / dm 3, magnesium bromide (MgBr 2) 4 - 9 g / dm 3, sulfate calcium (CaSO 4) up to 1 g / dm 3, calcium chloride (CaCl 2) up to 4 g / dm 3, calcium bicarbonate (CaSO 3) up to 0.5 g / dm 3, potassium chloride (KCl) up to 5 g / dm 3, sodium chloride (NaCl) up to 5 g / dm 3. Bischofite also contains a large number of microelements (bromine, boron, iodine, copper, iron, silicon, rubidium, molybdenum, titanium, lithium, etc.) with a known pharmacological activity. There are no damaging micro- and macrocomponents in bischofite. By appearance it is a clear, colorless or slightly yellow, odorless liquid.
Bischofite is used in various sectors of the national economy, incl. in medical practice.
... Bischofite is prescribed IN THE FORM COMMON OR LOCAL BATHROOMS. Under general exposure, the bath is filled with water at a temperature of 36 0 - 37 0 C and bischofite brine is dissolved in it at a dilution of 1:50, which corresponds to about 10 g / dm 3. To prepare 1 bath (150 l), 3 l of bischofite brine is required. The duration of the procedure is 10 -15 - 20 minutes. Baths are taken every other day. The course consists of 10-12 procedures. Bischofite baths are prescribed as a balneotherapeutic agent in the complex treatment of patients without an exacerbation stage when the disease is no more than 5-7 years old. Under the influence of taking baths, patients' general condition, mood, night sleep... Asthenoneurotic complaints noticeably decrease or disappear. The general condition of the patient also noticeably improves due to the disappearance or reduction of the inflammatory process, pain syndrome, elimination of muscle-tonic myalgias, vegetative-vascular and other reflex disorders. The range of motion in the spine and joints of the limbs increases. Under the influence of taking bischofite baths, it normalizes blood pressure, coronary blood flow improves.
INDICATIONS FOR RECEPTION OF BISHOFIT BATHS:
- Diseases of the musculoskeletal system (arthritis, arthrosis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteochondrosis, the consequences of trauma);
- Diseases of the peripheral nervous system (reflex radicular and vegetative-vascular syndromes);
- Diseases of the central nervous system (neuroses, asthenoneurotic symptom complexes, neurocirculatory dystonia without crises, transient cerebral disorders: blood circulation mild in patients with unexpressed
cerebrovascular atherosclerosis); - Diseases of the female genital area (inflammatory dyshormonal disorders, climacteric neurosis)
- Thyrotoxicosis;
- Cardiovascular diseases (circulatory failure not higher than stage I, hypertension stage II, renovascular hypertension, ischemic heart disease (IHD), including postinfarction cardiosclerosis of the III phase of rehabilitation, angina pectoris of I - II functional class chronic arterial insufficiency legs.
CONTRAINDICATIONS TO THE PURPOSE OF BISHOFIT BATHS:
- circulatory insufficiency of II-III stages, ischemic heart disease, including postinfarction cardiosclerosis (1-I stage of rehabilitation);
- stable angina pectoris (III - IV functional class);
- neurocirculatory dystonia with a crisis course;
- repeated transient violations cerebral circulation with an increase in the severity of neurological manifestations;
- frequent and severe cerebral transient ischemic attacks with unstable blood pressure;
- decompensated signs of discirculatory encephalopathy;
- (III stage) in the vertebrobasilar basin, pronounced asthenization.
Bischofite baths are ineffective for diseases in the subacute stage or stages of prolonged exacerbation, as well as in persons with a disease duration of more than 10-15 years.
In terms of therapeutic effectiveness, bischofite baths do not differ from bromine (iodine-bromine), sodium chloride baths. Treatment course usually 80% to 86% of patients complete with success.
... Clinical observations were carried out on APPLICATION OF BISHOFITE BRINE IN THE FORM OF COMPRESSES.
The area of the body to be treated (joint, lumbar region, etc.) is warmed with a blue lamp or heating pad for 5 minutes. On a saucer, pour 20-30 g of bischofite heated to 38 0 - 40 0 C and, wetting your fingers with brine, lightly rub into the painful place, as if massaging the tissues for 3-5 minutes. Then the remaining brine is impregnated with gauze, applied to the joint or other painful area, covered with waxed paper and wrapped around the entire area, making a warming compress.
The procedure is usually carried out at night, leaving a compress for 8-10 hours. In the morning, the remains of bischofite are washed off the skin with warm (always warm!) Water.
12-14 daily procedures are recommended for the course of treatment. If signs of skin irritation appear, treatment is interrupted. After the disappearance of the symptoms of irritation, treatment is continued. At the same time, the effect can be carried out on no more than 2-3 large joints.
For patients with dysfunction of the cardiovascular system, the duration of the procedure is reduced to 6 - 7 hours and only one joint is affected.
The course of treatment can be carried out with an interval of 2-3 months. As soon as the pain sensations decrease, the range of motion in the joints should be actively increased. With a significant exacerbation or intolerance to the procedures, the effect is canceled, resorting to symptomatic treatment.
Bishofite compresses can be prescribed to patients who are different reasons taking general baths is contraindicated. A contraindication to the appointment of a compress from bischofite brine is an individual intolerance to the procedures, the appearance of signs of bromism, iodism and other allergic conditions, diseases in the acute stage, as well as a severe clinical course of the process and skin diseases in the area of exposure. Compresses are also not prescribed for general contraindications to balneotherapy.
The main component of bischofite is magnesium chloride. There is reason to believe that the presence of magnesium provides anti-inflammatory, resorption, antispastic and vasodilating effects. Therapeutic effect microelements present in bischofite also contribute to the penetration of which through intact skin is proven
A large amount of bromine (7310 mg / dm ') has a positive effect on the results of treatment, which has a regulating effect on the patient's higher nervous activity.
- Instructions for the use of a solution of natural bischofite (magnesium chloride)
- Instructions for the use of bischofite for orchards and vegetable gardens
- Bischofite - effective feeding of farm animals
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