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Peat is used in Marienbad, and mud from the salt lake in Sovata for gynecological treatments. The peat and mud act as a form of localized heat therapy and are applied in the form of a tampon. Not only is the treatment effective for inflammatory conditions and rehabilitation after gynecological operations, but is prescribed as a treatment for menstruation and climax disorders. The salt mud from Sovata is renowned for treatment successfully both primary and secondary infertility, especially hypoplasia uteri as well as sterility caused by ovarian insufficiency and the occlusion of the oviduct.

A maximum of four local areas are permitted without a doctor’s prescription. The mud pack results in a reduction of local swellings around the joints as well as an easing of muscle tension. It also strengthens anti-inflammatory activity and immune processes within the body, improving the function the cartilage, connective tissues and spinal discs.

In Danubius the mud used comes mainly from three famous sources: in Hungary from the famous Hévíz Thermal Lake and in Piesˇt’any from the sediment from the river Váh by-pass on the site of the hot springs. Saturation of this mud in the thermal waters creates a unique compound inhabited by healing bacteria and sulfur that is has many chemical and biological reactions. Firstly it has excellent heating conducting features, cooling down four times slower than water and secondly when the sulfur and minerals are absorbed through the skin, to the ligaments, cartilages and sinews it inhibits the degradation of elastine and collagen. The mud is applied either by pump or hand onto the body in a 5 cm layer, with exception to the head and frontal parts of the chest and neck. Its temperature is normally between 40-45 °C. The body is then wrapped up in blankets. After 20 minutes, the mud is hosed off and a 15 minute dry wrap may be conducted. The mud pack results in a reduction of local swellings around the joints, a reduction of muscle tension and better nutrition of the cartilage, connective tissue and spinal discs. It also strengthens anti-inflammatory activity and immune processes within the body. The mud can also be applied partially (See: Local Mud Pack). In Sovata Romania, mud is used from the Bear Salt Lake (See Balneotherapy: Salt Bath). This mud is applied in the same way. The salt mud is not only effective for mobility disorders but also some skin conditions and gynecological disorders (See: Gynecological Mud/Peat Treatment).

Parafango is a combination of dry mud, usually used from a local source as in Piesˇt’any and pure hard paraffin and paraffin oil. The mixture is melted and heated in a special unit, then applied to the problematic area of the body in a layer 1 cm thick, just as it begins to harden at a temperature of between 38-45 °C. The intensity of the heat is slightly lower than pure paraffin making it a more patient-friendly treatment. The local application of the heat relaxes the muscles, causing spasm release, easing chronic pain and supports the healing and nutrition of the tissues. It also has sedative and immune biological features.

This treatment uses the healing properties of paraffin. It starts with disinfecting the hands which are then immersed in melted paraffin several times. The paraffin creates an occlusive layer on the hands surface. Then the hands or feet are wrapped in foils and terry gloves to maintain the optimum temperature for the duration of the treatment. This treatment helps to relieve joint stiffness, chronic pain, and promotes healing and tissue maintenance. At the same time it has sedative and immune-biological effects.

Paraffin packs take advantage of the heat conducting effectiveness of paraffin as it hardens at a temperature of approximately 55 °C. There are several different types of application methods, such as soaking a part of the body in paraffin, brushing paraffin onto parts of the body in layers or applying a thin sheet of paraffin onto the problematic area. The local application of the heat relaxes the muscles, causing spasm release, easing chronic pain and supports the healing and nutrition of the tissues. It also has sedative and immune biological features.

In our locations where there is no natural thermal mud, for example in Marienbad, peat is used as an alternative. The procedure is similar to the mud pack (See: Mud Pack) in that the peat is applied to the body at a temperature of between 40-45 °C and wrapped either partially or fully onto the body with blankets for a period of 20 minutes. The peat is then hosed off and the treatment may then be completed with a dry wrap (See Other: Dry Wrap). The heat from the peat improves the blood circulation rate and local metabolism, softening the muscles/connective tissues and having an antiinflammatory effect.

Priessnitz’s packs consist of a cold, wet compress, usually fabric that has been soaked in cold water. This compress is then covered with foil and then replaced with a dry, warm, wool pack. During the first 5 to 10 minutes there is an isothermal phase with vasoconstriction, this is followed by an isothermal phase for 20 minutes where there is a switch from vasoconstriction to vasodilation. Finally for the next 20 minutes there is ongoing local vasodilation and hyperaemia – the hyperthermal phase. The treatment is normally given in cases on joint problems, pain and for relaxation of muscles. It also can be applied to the chest as a treatment for pharyngitis or coughing.

A variety of special cream packs are on offer for inflammatory and painful conditions. Generally the affected body part is smeared with the cream, which is covered with a special foil and kept warm with a blanket. These creams include Inno-reuma, Antiphlogistin and sulfur that have a cold effect when wrapped onto the skin. They also have an effective anti-inflammatory and pain relief result. Likewise the Ritex pack achieves the same effect, but has a hot sensation when applied to the skin, which in addition helps blood circulation to the area.