Specialized massage performed on patients with strained backs, herniated discs, discopathies and spinal degeneration, spinal curvature, sciatica and brachialgia as well as spinal headaches. The treatment starts with a thorough patient diagnosis based on previous history, spine mobility exam and a series of functional tests. Techniques and massage intensity are individually selected depending on the diagnosis. In order to properly warm up and relax the paraspinal muscles and joints the massage is performed on the entire spine.

This procedure’s key element is the use of manual therapy techniques to eliminate the causes of pain and improve the spinal mobility. Restoring spinal health and living without pain is a process that happens over time. Usually the positive effects occur after the first treatment and the subsequent therapy sessions reinforce the positive changes. As part of the above-mentioned treatment process, the physiotherapist may use other physiotherapeutic methods, such as: dry needling, pinopressure, tool therapy according to the patient's condition.

The massage is done in the lying position on the side, on the distance of whole spine (cervical, lumbar and thoracic). The techniques of the massage are done with moderate intensity and they are adjusted to the current health condition of the patient. The treatment alleviates pain, mainly in the lumbosacral section and improves the mobility of the pelvis (prepares for childbirth). In addition, it relaxes and reduces the tension of antenatal stress, as well as alleviatespain caused by overloading peripheral joints. Before starting the massage it is necessary to present the certificate from gynecologist concerning the lack of contraindication to apply such a massage.

The aim of the sports massage is to optimize sports performance and to decrease the risk of sports injuries. It can be applied both before and after the competition, as well as between trainings. Depending on the needs we can prepare muscles for the manual effort, unstretch them and support regeneration between trainings burdens as well as we can support the process of micro-injuries treatment. Our physiotherapists have experience in work with people training different sports disciplines such as: martial arts, rugby, football, running or bodybuilding. The massage improves muscles condition, reduces the results of overtraining or it helps to prepare for hard week training. It is also great solution for decreasing and reducing swelling or after training muscles sore.

Sports massage is part of the whole athlete’s training program and should be treated as a training unit – as 1 workout. Due to different needs sports massages are divided into: PRE-START (recommended up to 3 weeks before the competition), START (2 days before the competition, to improve blood circulation) and EXERTIONAL (up to 5 days after the competition), as well as CONDITIONING (so called supportive between seasons, ones every 1,5 – 2 weeks) and TRANING (recommended every 2 weeks for those who do training on regular daily basis). Before the massage it is necessary to fill the list of contraindications (absolute and relative) to perform the procedure.

This massage is performed on the surface muscles of the body, calming both the nervous and cardiovascular system. The massage is supposed to improve the physical and mental condition of the patient. It aims to reduce pain resulting from muscle tension and is the perfect choice for people who are looking to relax after a hard day full of increased tension and stress. In addition, it stimulates the body and accelerates muscle regeneration, improves tissue nutrition, increases flexibility and elasticity of muscles, relieves pain, activates the blood and lymph flow and speeds up metabolism. In this massage a number of manual techniques such as rubbing, kneading and patting is used. It is recommended to people working sedentary jobs.

This dynamic taping is the form of physiotherapy based on excellent knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, as well as biomechanics and kinesiology (study of motion). It consists of taping the body with special adhesive plasters that affect the so called soft parts of the musculoskeletal system such as muscles, tendons, fascia, ligaments as well as joints. Taping in accordance to blood and lymph vessel alignment also enhances the cardiovascular system performance, dysfunctions in the cranio-mandibular region and facial nerve palsy. Kinesiotaping relieves pain, eliminates swelling, improves blood circulation and joint function, and elasticizes scars.

Therapy tailored to suit patient’s individual needs and physical condition. It consists of general development exercises with elements of sensory integration (joint mobility improvement). Treatment involves active forms of physical rehabilitation using equipment such as balls, bands, mats, etc. Training has a positive effect on motor coordination and concentration, improves balance and motor skills.

The trening is for children over 7 years old with the following postural defects: idiopathic and functional scoliosis, Scheuermann disease (also call sterile spinal necrosis or juvenile kyphosis), chest defects, feet defects (flatfoot, clubfoot, talipes valgus), flat back, round-concave back, pelvis asymmetry, asymmetry of shoulder blades, torso, valgus knee, genu varum etc. Training elements are individually tailored to the need of a small patient and its aim is to correct defects, improve mobility and develop proper habits. Preventive and therapeutic classes may include PNF, elements of manual therapy, neuromobilizations, soft tissue therapy and the therapy of trigger points. Training helps to maintain correct body posture, normalization of muscles tension and strengthening muscles, correction of postural defects and improve the functional state.

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This massage of selected body parts reduces visible cellulite, breaks up the fatty tissue and increases tissue blood supply facilitating better skin penetration of slimming products used after the procedure. It is one of the top most effective and well-proven cellulite reducing treatments. For optimal effects we recommend at least a 10 treatment series, but amazing results are already visible after the first treatment.

Pinotherapy, also called pinopressure is to determine the types of pathology in tissues and fascias. It consists in performing treatments on the surface of the skin with special tools called pins and raw crafts, which stimulates selected centers in the brain. It is used in orthopedics and neurology (e.g. muscles spasticity, headaches, migraines, backache, myofascial, post-operation pain, overload pain and limited range of motion in the joints). This method is a derivative of acupuncture and acupressure techniques. Its operation is based on the knowledge of tissues electricity and body’s ability to self-heal. Pinotherapy as a holistic method (treats organism as functional and structural unity), it is non-invasive and during the therapy there is no risk of disruption of the tissue. The treatment eliminates stress tensions of the central and peripheral nervous system, it regulates the potentials of own nerves, it induces lost nerve conduction, it regulates the functioning of many systems, it detoxifies and deacidifies the organism, it provides psychological and nervous recovery, it eliminates joint and visceral movement pains or discopathy as well as pains after sports injures.

Dry needling is a physiotherapeutic method based on the proper placement of special acupuncture needles at specific trigger points. The procedure is performed within the myofascial bands, which are characterized by high sensitivity. Puncture and skillful manipulation of needles directly affects the neuromuscular plate, stimulating the body’s muscle cells to regenerate. Manual trigger point therapy in combination with dry needle is a very effective concept for treating severe pain. Such an integrated plan is successfully used in the treatment of patients with chronic and acute pain. Before performing the procedure, it is necessary for the patient to complete and sign the contraindication card for dry needle therapy. Dry needling supports the heals of dysfunctions in the musculoskeletal system and relaxes and congests the tense anatomical structures on which the procedure is performed (muscle, ligament, fascia etc.)

Temporomandibular joints is a hinge connection between the temporal bone and the mandible, located in the face. Their most important functions are chewing food and speech. Like every bone in the human body it has soft tissue in the form of ligaments and muscles. It often happens that certain joints are subject to different types of dysfunctions.

The most important causes of dysfunctions are as follows:

• overbite
• excessive stress that accumulates in the entire motor organ but mainly in the temporomandibular joints and the neck, which intern leads to clenching teeth (there is an excessive tension in the soft tissues of the temporomandibular joints) and bruxism (grinding of teeth)
• mechanical injuries
• surgical procedures within the jaw (e.g. eight resection).

The most common symptom of temporomandibular joint dysfunction is pain, as well as jumping and crackling in the joints while chewing or speaking. Pain symptoms include teeth (without a dental cause), jaw, head and neck in various locations. Other symptoms may also include tinnitus, dizziness, mandibular deviation, trismus, limited mandibular mobility and bruxism.

The indications for the therapy of temporomandibular joints are all the above-mentioned symptoms as well as conditions after surgery in the jaw area. After resection of the eight everyone should benefit from the therapy even at the earliest stage after the procedure (in order to improve the blood supply and stimulate the nearest lymph nodes, which leads to much faster healing of the wound and reduction off swelling).

Contraindications to the therapy of temporomandibular joints are as follows:

• severe local and general inflammation with increased body temperature
• active neoplastic conditions
• breaking the skin in the treated area
• cold
• depression.

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