Extension and massage couches
Therapeutic effects of intermittent extension
- Increase in vascular and lymphatic circulation; the reduction of congestion, oedema and haematoma is stimulated
- Tones the muscles; fatigue is counteracted and elasticity is improved
- Reduction of periarticular and articular adhesions and fibrous infiltrations
- Relief of muscular spasm by creating a "physiological rest"
- Stimulation of proprioceptive reflexes
Therapeutic effects of heat
- Dilatation of the vascular system, reflexively also in deeper tissue layers
- Relaxation of the musculature
- Reduction of muscle spasms and associated pain
- Increase circulation and respiration. Sedative effect.
Therapeutic effects of massage and vibration
- Increase in vascular and lymphatic circulation
- Reduction of oedema, congestion and haematoma
- Improvement of tissue elasticity and thus mobility
- Increase in respiration
- Increase diuresis
- Sedating effect on motor and sensory nerves
- Increased breakdown of lactic acid in the muscles, thus counteracting signs of muscle fatigue; an increase in condition is possible