A s alt grotto is an artificially created cave in which a specific microclimate is created and maintained by saturating the air with a suspension of s alt crystals. Similar facilities are used for speleotherapy (halotherapy) sessions.
Natural s alt caves
Natural s alt caves are artificial structures. These are, as a rule, s alt mines, special niches carved in s alt layers, in which so-called speleological centers are created. In the depths of the earth, s alt deposits formed in the distant Permian geological era.
Caving caves have a unique microclimate. For them, common factors are constant temperature, atmospheric pressure, gas composition, air, in which negatively charged ions predominate. In these structures, low humidity and significant air saturation with rock s alt structures. Caves are characterized by the absence of allergens and bacterial flora in them.
Reasons for creating s alt grottoes
Real, natural s alt cavesvery little. They are far from the main places of human habitation. Visiting them requires significant expenses. As a result, the caves cannot boast of wide access. Moreover, they are destroyed quite quickly due to natural causes.
The desire of people to bring the favorable conditions of s alt caves closer to them led to the creation of artificial structures with a similar microclimate. The state of the environment in them is similar to natural. Such structures are called grottoes. Artificial s alt grottoes in Moscow have become very popular.
They are designed to create conditions for the relaxation of the human body in a beneficial microclimate, to increase and strengthen its tone. Staying in s alt grottoes, caves leads to the removal of psychological stress. The absence of noise has a positive effect on the nervous system, contributes to the creation of a positive psycho-emotional background.
As a good option, experts recommend visiting the Moresol s alt grotto in Ryazan (Frunze St.).
Factors that influenced the passion for spletherapy
Speleotherapy (halotherapy) is a method of treatment using s alt in natural or artificial premises, rooms. Historians state that such a method of influencing the body has been known since ancient times. In ancient Greece and Rome, it was used as a way to strengthen the immune system and improve he alth. In modern times, such techniques tend to increase in popularity.
Most people know that the sea air and relaxing on the coast have a beneficial effect on the body. There, a person is saturated with sea air, in which there are enough s alt suspensions. As a result, the s alt grotto can be considered a great alternative to relaxing on the sea coast.
Equipment
In speleotherapy and halotherapy, the same methods for the therapeutic use of s alt are distinguished. Their differences are only in the structure of the s alt chambers. The first is carried out in natural conditions, in caves consisting of s alt layers. The second method is used in special treatment centers, sanatoriums, rehabilitation centers, etc., in which the premises are lined with halite blocks or salvint slabs. These building materials are mined in natural, natural caves, underground s alt grottoes.
In artificial structures, the walls are covered with table or sea s alt in such a way as to make a certain thematic decor. The microclimate is created by means of a halogenerator. It crushes s alt into dust that can enter the lower respiratory tract of a person.
Creating a healing effect
So, the main component of the artificial s alt grotto is the halogenerator. It sprays s alt particles that do not exceed 5 microns in diameter. Such a fine suspension in an aerosol is the main therapeutic component.
To increase the healing effect of s alt (sodium chloride), other structures are usually added, which include potassium ions andmagnesium. When using sea s alt in a s alt grotto, these components should not be added, since they are present in it. Also includes chloride, iodine, calcium ions.
The therapeutic effect is that aerosols, due to their extremely small size, penetrate deep enough into the respiratory tract. At the same time, they dilute sputum and have a detrimental effect on pathogenic microorganisms.
Settling on the skin and subsequently penetrating inside, they have an anti-inflammatory, cleansing effect on it.
Halotherapy and the human body
As mentioned above, halotherapy is a preventive treatment. It is used in the presence of diseases in remission in order to prevent their exacerbation. Therapy in s alt grottoes is recommended for rehabilitation after injuries. The following systems of the human body are positively related to the beneficial effects of the methods of this treatment:
- Endocrine. The metabolism is normalized. S alt suspensions reflexively act on the section in the brain responsible for hunger. Appetite and food cravings are regulated.
- Respiratory organs. Application of the method of halotherapy leads to the normalization of the synthesis of bronchial mucus. The function of the pulmonary alveoli improves. There is an activation of the work of the ciliated epithelium. Air s alt aerosols stimulate increased sputum production, stop the harmful effects of pathogenic flora.
- Nervous. Leveling of negative factors of stressful situations is carried out. The activity of the vasomotor and respiratory centers is normalized. Halotherapy has a positive effect on the stabilization of blood pressure, leads to the elimination of headaches. There is an increase in efficiency and an improvement in mood.
- Immune. The work of all structures of human immunity is being restored. It increases its resistance to infectious effects and allergens.
- Skin. S alt suspensions have a beneficial effect on the skin in various diseases. Creates a rejuvenating skin effect, including on the face.
According to the conclusions of medical experts, the methods of using s alt grottoes help to strengthen the immune system, normalize the functioning of the immune and endocrine systems. It is noted that the functions of the nervous system have the dynamics of recovery after the first few sessions. The use of comfortable conditions in s alt grottoes leads to the normalization of the emotional background, an increase in human performance.
Halotherapy has also been proven to rid the human body of allergens and toxins. Selectively destroys pathogenic bacteria. It has been established that staying in s alt grottoes has a positive effect on pregnant women if they have diseases of the respiratory tract, skin, and edematous syndrome. S alt treatment courses help a woman to refuse drugs that can have a negative impact on the development of a child.
Contraindications
Use of halotherapy inconditions of s alt grottoes, doctors refer to preventive procedures, as they have a mild and harmless effect on the body.
However, there are contraindications. Before starting halotherapy procedures, experts recommend consulting a doctor, including to determine the duration of sessions. The presence of contraindications to halotherapy can lead to a deterioration in the general condition of the human body, as well as exacerbate chronic diseases.
Therapy is contraindicated for adults and children in the following cases:
- presence of acute infectious diseases;
- febrile condition;
- intense pain syndromes;
- severe bronchial asthma;
- 3rd degree pulmonary emphysema;
- open tuberculosis;
- presence of deficiencies (cardiac, hepatic, renal);
- the body's tendency to external bleeding, internal bleeding;
- presence of severe hypertension;
- epileptic seizure condition;
- chronic diseases in the acute stage;
- oncological diseases;
- blood diseases;
- mental illnesses.
It must be remembered that the s alt grotto is not a panacea for serious illnesses. Such a method of healing is only a means of preventing diseases, a tool for relieving nervous tension and increasingimmunity.
