In winter, residents of cold countries begin to think about a brief escape to warmer climes, where winter is almost the same as summer. More and more people are choosing to travel to Israel. It is attractive to visitors for its ancient history and connection with the legendary scriptures, an amazing mixture of cultures and the romance of the East. However, all this can be combined with he alth benefits. During the recovery period during the winter holiday, you can also undergo examinations and procedures. This article is about he alth or medical tours to Israel.
About the Dead Sea
It is known for its mineral mud and s alts, which have a life-giving effect on the human body. The unique location of the sea, in the lowest part of the Earth, influenced the special healing climate of this area and the popularity of medical tours to Israel, especially to this region. On the entire coast of a huge lake called the Dead Sea, there are hotels and sanatoriums. Each of them owns their own treatment center with mineral baths,various inhalations, massages, high-level beauty parlors and facilities for sports and gymnastics. Each wellness facility fills its outdoor and indoor pools with seawater.
Contraindications
The local climate favorably affects the condition of people with problems of all body systems, as well as skin diseases and constant fatigue syndrome. There is no disease that would not be favorably affected by the climate of the region. However, there are a number of contraindications that limit medical tours to Israel at the Dead Sea:
- epilepsy of any severity;
- schizophrenia;
- Parkinson's disease;
- myocardial infarction less than 2 months old;
- AIDS;
- tuberculosis;
- liver or kidney failure;
- haemorrhagic stroke less than six months before travel;
- pemphigus;
- lupus erythematosus.
Effect on the body
S alt water allows you to relax, immersing the body in weightlessness. The seashore is sandy, pleasant to the touch. Every day is warm and sunny enough to sunbathe or bask in the sun.
The peculiarities of the climate of the protected area also contribute to the complete recovery of the body:
- Location. At the lowest point on the planet, the atmospheric pressure is highest, and oxygen in the air in this region contains 15% more compared toany other place on the globe. The effect on the body is very similar to that created in the pressure chamber. The air is filled with special mineral compounds that create a layer that filters the sun's rays, depriving them of the negative ultraviolet effects.
- Climate. Dryness and constant high temperature throughout most of the year. For 10 months a year, low air humidity and occasional precipitation remain here. The absence of sudden changes in temperature creates healing stress-free conditions for those who want to heal their body and soul.
- Chemical composition. The water in the sea contains s alts, minerals and trace elements, providing not only its special density, but also a positive effect on the skin and joints. So, resting on the Dead Sea, you can get a comprehensive recovery. The effect of weightlessness unloads the musculoskeletal system, useful minerals heal the skin, the climate affects the body and the entire nervous system.
- Reserved area. The whole area is characterized by extremely clean air due to the fact that the zone is protected and protected with great care.
Reviews
According to reviews of medical tours to Israel at the Dead Sea, the atmosphere of the resorts affects the restoration of he alth in all its aspects. Many people share their impressions of visiting such wellness centers in the following way:
- compare visiting Israel and not paying attention to the Dead Sea with a crime;
- claim that the landscapes of this region resemble another planet and amazepicturesque;
- confirm that rest and treatment in Israel is not a profanation, but a really effective combination of environmental conditions and the professionalism of doctors;
- describe these trips as the perfect blend of relaxation and medical treatments, cultural and educational activities with wellness.
What to look out for
It is important to study the recommendations of doctors about the most beneficial time to visit Israel. For example, a trip for treatment will be very useful for people with respiratory diseases, including bronchitis and asthma. However, such people are not recommended to visit Israel during the extremely dry (as a result, dusty) season from May to October. You should also consult with your doctor to choose the best time to purchase a medical tour to Israel.
Tour operators in this direction
The most popular tour operators - organizers of medical tours to Israel on the Dead Sea from Moscow. The he alth tourism market is quite developed, especially for residents of the Russian capital:
- TUI;
- "Mona Tours";
- "Lead Tours".
Treatment
In general, there are more than a dozen dermatological sanatoriums on the Dead Sea. Everything is treated here: from cardiovascular pathologies to orthopedic problems. Each patient is given individual attention of doctors, the necessary unique procedures are prescribed, including the latest technologies, as well as traditional wraps with black clay and mineral mud, special mud baths. Therapeutictours to Israel most often include not only wellness procedures and examinations, but also an excursion and familiarization part. This makes the trip doubly attractive for tourists.
What to visit
This is a meditative place full of oases in the middle of the desert. The region is suitable for adventure lovers and ancient ruins, such as the fortress of Masada, the palace of Herod the Great and the ancient synagogue.
Ein Gedi Botanical Garden is worth a visit.
Visitors to the Qumran National Park are waiting for a reunion with nature. Lush exotic vegetation, clean air, the silence of the protected area. Not far from the park is the legendary "Lot's Wife" - one of the references to biblical stories.
