Physiotherapy

• Manual therapy is a professional treatment of physiotherapy. It includes various techniques and methodologies such as myofascial (soft) techniques, mobilization techniques of the spine and peripheral joints, and traction techniques, PIR and AGR techniques (techniques for releasing shortened muscles) and others. It helps to restore functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system
• It helps restore functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system, i.e. relieve pain, adjust muscle tension, restore range of motion and improve muscle strength.
• After a short examination, the physiotherapist will select the appropriate techniques and start the therapy.

The first course of manual physiotherapy takes 60 minutes, which includes a consultation/diagnosis of the musculoskeletal system. The physiotherapist then determines the appropriate form of therapy, or a combination of techniques from the list:

• Manual traction
• PIT: post-isometric traction
• Mobilization of the spine and peripheral joints
• Myofascial/soft techniques
• PIR: post-isometric relaxation
• Chest physiotherapy

RECOMMENDATION
Therapy is especially suitable for people who have various functional diseases of the spine or joints. For people after operations and injuries or with neurological diseases of the musculoskeletal system. A contraindication to therapy is an acute pain, general weakness or fever.

• Special type of massage, which improves the absorption and movement of lymph in the lymphatic system.
• Its purpose is to reduce or eliminate swelling (edema, lymphedema), most often on the limbs (feet, ankles, calves,...) and to get rid of the body toxins. The principle is drainage the swelling to the nearest lymph nodes by exerting gentle pressure on the skin and subcutaneous tissue in the direction of the flow of lymph in the lymphatic vessels
• it is performed without oils, emulsions and ointments, “dry"
• We recommend drinking plenty of water, avoiding coffee or alcohol before lymphatic drainage.
• Do not plan sports activities on the day of the massage, as the body needs energy to get rid of toxins.

RECOMMENDATION

The therapy is suitable for people with post-traumatic, post-operative swellings and swellings of lymphatic origin (in the case of lymphedema, the first treatment must be carried out at a specialist lymphological clinic). Contraindications are broken skin integrity, acute inflammatory, bacterial or fungal skin disease, cardiac edema, and acute venous thrombosis.

The method is based on applying a cotton elastic tape on the human body. The material and the application of the tape itself are designed to begin the body's own healing processes. Taps increase functioning of the metabolism in the tissues, which accelerates the regeneration process. They provide support and stability to muscles and joints (due to normalization of muscle tension, improvement of motion and adjustment of the movement pattern) and restore blood and lymphatic flow (reduction of inflammation, swelling and pain).

Kinesio tapes are 5 cm wide tapes (different colors), waterproof, breathable and can be worn for a long time (ideally 3-7 days). Before the actual application of the kinesio tape, it is advisable to clean the skin and it is recommended to remove any hair for optimal contact of the tape with the skin.

RECOMMENDATION
Taping is recommended for muscle and joint pain, also for the treatment of inflammations, swellings and hematomas, but also as a prevention of injuries. Further use for CHDT, scoliosis, people who suffer from headaches, have increased muscle tone, ankle sprains, shoulder dislocations, enthesopathy (tennis/golf elbow), strait syndrome (carpal tunnel syndrome), bunion (hallux valgus) , scars or transverse or longitudinal flat feet.

Taping is contraindicated if the skin is allergic to the adhesive on the tape, in case of skin diseases and damage (malignant melanoma of the skin, dermatitis, purulent skin lesions, eczema, ...). Taping is not possible in persons with fever, acute thrombosis or cardiopulmonary decompensation.

• Popular exercise that allows everyone, regardless of the age or stamina level, to improve flexibility, mobility, stability and strength of the body by practicing simple exercises and applying self-massage.
• BLACKROLL therapies are suitable for functional training and manual treatment of soft tissues.
• In practice, this involves "rolling" with one's own body weight on Blackroll aids or "rolling" them on the surface of the body.
• During exercise we use Blackroll rollers: cylinders, balls, duo-balls of different sizes and hardness.

RECOMMENDATION

Exercise is especially suitable for those who have functional disorders of the spine and joints and want to improve their flexibility, mobility, stability and strength of the body. A contraindication to the exercise is an acute pain condition and the inability to practice given positions during exercise (on the back, on the side, sitting, etc.)

Device tractions are passive procedures in which mechanical force creates a centrifugal pull of the spine, limb or distal part of the root joint. During traction, the joint surfaces, joint capsules and ligaments are moved apart, and thus the painful blockage of the joint is removed, provided that the surrounding muscles are sufficiently relaxed.

Traction takes place on a traction couch with a traction unit. The thrust is precisely and individually dosed according to the patient's body weight and tolerance in relief positions.
We most often perform traction on the cervical and lumbar spine on the traction couch.

RECOMMENDATION
The procedure is recommended for people suffering from cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine pain, in the case of degenerative changes in the joints and spinal discs, or if there are root syndromes due to herniation of the intervertebral discs of the spine.

Contraindications to the procedure are inflammatory diseases of the spine and nervous system or cancer of the spine, spinal cord and nervous system. It is also not possible to perform the procedure in cases of hypermobility syndrome, psychological disorders that prevent relaxation, and those with pain radiating to the limbs during traction or dizziness during and after the traction test.

• Respiratory physiotherapy is a set of breathing exercises that we perform in the natural rhythm of breathing - inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth in various body positions.
• this exercise maintains and improves respiratory function and pulmonary ventilation, it also helps drainage of the upper respiratory tract
• we perform the exercise in different body positions (lying on the back, on the side, sitting etc.) and under the expert guidance of our physiotherapist
• during exercise we use a breathing aid - Acapella
• a prerequisite for successful treatment is long-term and regular exercise

RECOMMENDATION
This exercise is suitable for people with respiratory diseases (bronchial asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, post Covid-19, various inflammations of the upper and lower respiratory tract, etc.). A contraindication to exercise is an acute pain, general weakness, shortness of breath and the inability to practice positions during exercise (on the back, on the side, sitting, etc.)

These are various coordination and balance exercises that serve to practice proper coordination and stability of the body and overall improvement of walking technique

During regular exercise, it helps to harmonize the movements of individual muscle groups of the body - when standing and walking. It improves body stability and acts as a prevention of injuries caused by falling, e.g. when slipping. We use various mats and platforms for balance training.

RECOMMENDATION

The exercise is suitable for those who have difficulties with body stability while standing and walking. A contraindication to exercise is an acute painful state of weight-bearing joints (hip, knee, ankle joints and feet) and the inability to assume given positions during exercise, e.g. by using compensatory aids (sticks, crutches, etc.)

An effective exercise aimed at strengthening the body's stabilization system. It includes the diaphragm (the main respiratory muscle), the muscles of the pelvic, the back muscles that surround the vertebrae of the spine and the transverse abdominal muscle - transversus abdominis (the deepest abdominal muscle).

Activation of these muscles create a solid and stronger center of the body.

We perform the exercise in different body positions (lying on the back, on the side, sitting, on all fours) and under the expert guidance of a physiotherapist.

We use the overball physio aid during exercise and we recommend practicing HSS as a preventive measure, even if you are not suffering from any pain.

RECOMMENDATION

The exercise is especially suitable for those who want to improve the stability of the upper body i.e. strengthen the abdominal and back muscles, and for those who have incorrect posture and various functional diseases of the spine. A contraindication to exercise is an acute pain condition and the inability to take the given positions during exercise (on the back, on the side, sitting, on all fours)

The SM System/or spiral stabilization of the spine are systematic exercises focused on the human musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. It combines rehabilitation, prevention, regeneration and fitness training. The main effect of the method is the stretching in the area of the intervertebral discs. The pressure exerted on the intervertebral disc is reduced and improves its function.

RECOMMENDATION

Exercise is suitable for those with various functional diseases of the spine and joints. Also for children above 5 years, adults and older people interested in healthy physical exercise and prevention of back pain. A contraindication to exercise is an acute pain condition and the inability to take the given positions during exercise (standing, sitting, kneeling)

Group exercise guided by a physiotherapist in the rehabilitation pool.Hydro Kinesiotherapy is movement therapy in water. It is an ideal tool for prevention and therapy of the most common, but also rarer disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Exercising in water relieves pain, and accelerates regeneration. Group exercise lasts 30 - 35 min.

Therapeutic procedure based on the vertical activation of the body during walking using Nordic Walking poles. The walk is under supervision of a physiotherapist. Pieniny Vertical Walking will make your spa treatment more enjoyable and improve your health condition.

RECOMMENDATION

The exercise is suitable for anyone who can walk approx. 1-3 km. A contraindication to exercise is an acute pain of weight-bearing joints (hip, knee, ankle joints and feet) and the inability to practice given positions during exercise.

Diagnostics can be done during following time slots:

Wednesday from 14.30 - 15:30  or 
Thursday from 15.00 - 16.00 

Diagnostics consists of a spirometric examination, pulse oximetry and a 6-minute stamina walking test. 
Book your respiratory health diagnostics in advance at our reception +421 914 338 820

SPIROMETRY

• basic examination of lungs functioning, which allows measuring your lung volume and lung volume flows
• It serves for the diagnosis and assessment of diseases affecting respiratory systems such as AB - bronchial asthma, COPD - chronic obstructive lung disease, etc.

PULSE OXIMETRY

• Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive and painless monitoring method that measures oxygen saturation or oxygen level in the blood.
• The purpose of pulse oximetry is to analyse how well the heart is pumping oxygen to the body.

6 MINUTE WALKING TEST (6MWT)

• An assessment of cardiopulmonary capacity functioning
• The test consists in measuring the distance walked, on a flat surface, during interval of 6 minutes. 
  During the test, clients do not reach their maximum performance capacity. The value lies in the evaluation of the submaximal load capacity that best reflects the normal daily activities performed by the client.
  The intensity of walking is determined by the tested person. The client also decides when to stop or rest during the test.