The healing properties of hydrotherapy have been known since ancient times. No wonder Roman baths were popular in ancient times. Many well-known scientists and doctors thought about the beneficial properties of water, its effect on the human body. About a hundred years ago, the invention of the Frenchman Jean Martin Charcot made a splash in medicine. The use of this method of treatment made it possible to get rid of numerous diseases. What is so interesting about this method, let's try to figure it out.

What is it and how did it come about?

While studying the beneficial properties of water, the famous French physician Jean Martin Charcot found out that when using a jet of water directed in a certain way to areas of the body, a positive effect can be expected. Initially, Charcot's shower was used to treat neurological diseases, allowing patients to reduce pain and relieve nervous tension.

Jean Martin Charcot dealt with neurology and psychotherapy, trying to reduce the manifestations of diseases in patients and improve the functioning of the central nervous system. After some time, medicinal properties began to be used in other branches of medicine and cosmetology.

Now the technique is also used by many beauty salons, because due to its features, hydroprocedure helps to get rid of not only many diseases, but also correct aesthetic flaws.

This is a way to get rid of stretch marks, sagging skin and cellulite, which so worries many women who care for their bodies.

Charcot's shower is a massage that is performed using a strong jet of water directed to a specific area. At the same time, the water temperature ranges from cool to hot, ranging from 20 to 45 degrees Celsius.

During the procedure, there is a narrowing and expansion of blood vessels., due to which the patient begins to feel cheerful, the body is in good shape. Using Charcot's douche, you can get rid of many diseases, especially the cardiovascular and circulatory systems, since during the procedure an increased supply of oxygen to the blood begins, which saturates all organs with useful substances.

Massage sessions allow you to activate the lymphatic processes, due to which cell nutrition is enhanced, metabolic processes are improved, and toxins are removed.

Not all women have the opportunity to regularly visit beauty salons and undergo treatment sessions to get rid of cellulite and other problems, so the appearance on the market of Alekseev's shower head allows you to use it at home.

It fits any household faucet and does not require strong water pressure. The device consists of micro-holes made in the nozzle through which water passes, forming very thin jets with a diameter of 0.6 mm. Upon contact with the skin, pressure up to 4 atmospheres is exerted, which is sufficient to obtain a therapeutic effect.

Whether or not you need such a shower at home, you can argue for a long time, but after a treatment session you can get rid of:

• cellulite;
• accelerate cellular metabolism;
• reduce body fat and model the figure;
• normalize lymph flow;
• improve skin elasticity;
• exfoliate dead cells.

Benefit and harm: effects

During the procedures, the body begins the process of self-healing, the work of internal organs and systems begins to return to normal. Hydromassage acts on the immunity of a person who begins to feel younger, more vigorous, full of energy.

I would especially like to note the influence of Charcot's soul on women. This procedure has a fat burning effect. When exposed to a powerful jet of water on problem areas, you can quickly restore the skin and make it more elastic, practically get rid of the orange peel. When carrying out such a procedure, many patients noted noticeable results before and after the procedure, while they did not keep themselves waiting, extra pounds also go away.

The method combines a tonic and a calming effect. This is especially important for those who suffer from overwork and have chronic fatigue syndrome.

Charcot's shower helps eliminate fatigue, promote relaxation of the nervous system, get rid of insomnia and depression. The procedures have a relaxing effect on the spine, as a result of which nervous and muscular tension, and spasms in the joints are relieved.

Charcot's shower is used for many diseases:

• depression;
• chronic fatigue and overwork;
• apathy and neuroses;
• osteochondrosis, arthritis, arthrosis, rheumatism;
• gout:
• allergy.

Water procedures can be used not only in the presence of diseases, but also for prevention purposes. Often massage is used to improve immunity, relax muscles after intense exercise, to get rid of cellulite.

Rules for holding and receiving

You can visit Charcot's shower without prior preparation, you just need to have a swimsuit or swimming trunks, a hat for your head and slates or flip flops. Before starting the procedure, they put on a bathing suit and go to the shower room.

The session technique is as follows: the patient enters the shower room and stands at a distance of about 3 meters from the nurse or other specialist. A stream of water begins to be lowered from top to bottom, massaging the desired parts of the body. The final result depends on how correctly the specialist does the hydromassage.

The procedure should be started from the back, then the patient begins to turn, alternating back and front. With a facial turn, a circular massage of the abdomen is performed. During the procedure, the specialist avoids getting water on the spine, head, mammary glands. A jet of water is directed from the limbs to the abdomen. At the initial stages of treatment, water temperatures are 40 degrees, then there is a constant decrease in temperature to 20 degrees.

During the procedure, there is a gradual decrease in temperature, moving from hot to cold. At the beginning of the procedure, hot water is used up to 42 degrees, and then cold water is turned on for 20 seconds at a temperature of up to 20 degrees. In the next session, the temperature difference increases. Each time during the session, the water pressure is increased and the temperature is reduced.

During the first few sessions, the body will get used to the load., at this time one water jet is used. If this action is not enough, the patient can come closer at will. If the patient feels pain or discomfort, you can move away. All this time, a specialist observes his well-being and tells him what to do and how to do it.

For each patient, an individual program is selected, which takes into account the recommendations of the doctor, taking into account diseases, while massage of certain parts of the body is performed.

During the hydromassage in the first sessions, patients may experience slight discomfort. In girls with white and especially sensitive skin, bruises may appear on the body. In swarthy girls, such bruises are usually less noticeable. Unpleasant sensations disappear after 2-3 sessions, hematomas no longer appear and the body gradually gets used to the procedure.

Time and frequency of the procedure

Coming to the procedures, many patients ask how often they should be performed and how long the treatment should be. After visiting the doctor, the time required for the procedure is determined in order to get rid of diseases and cosmetic defects.

Such treatment is carried out in the cabin, as this requires special equipment. procedures are performed by a nurse or other specialist. The session lasts from one to five minutes, the time is determined by the doctor. The course of the massage is up to three weeks, such procedures can be done every day. After six months, the course of therapeutic massage can be repeated.

To get the desired effect, 12-15 sessions are enough, which are carried out every day or once every two days. It depends on how well the patient tolerates the procedure.

There are Scottish and Charcot fan showers. For Scotch, two hoses with water of different temperatures are used, and one hose can be used, in which the water temperature is alternately changed. Warm water is directed to the patient for 30 seconds, and then cold water is poured for 20 seconds. So in six minutes the temperature changes six times. Carry out up to 20 sessions every day or every other day. If the procedure is performed only on certain parts of the body, the procedures should be increased to 30 sessions.

With the fan method, the procedure is carried out in the same way, but a special nozzle is used. With its help, water is sprayed in the form of a fan. This procedure lasts 1 minute, water with a temperature of 20 to 32 degrees is used, while the water flow changes from 1.5 to 3 atmospheres. Sessions are held every day.

For women who are engaged in fitness to maintain a figure, Charcot's shower can be visited twice a week, while you can not take a break. After the procedures, you can apply an anesthetic gel if discomfort and pain are felt in the muscles, or a remedy for bruises so that they dissolve faster.

Pros and cons

Although Charcot's shower has many advantages, you should find out if there are contraindications for its use and what are the pros and cons of this procedure.

Given that the jet of water hits the body under strong pressure, such a procedure can be painful. Often, hematomas appear at the site of water impacts, these can be small, almost invisible bruises or large hematomas. Especially bruises are visible in women with sensitive skin and blond hair.

Some patients feel discomfort and often stop treatment. Usually, after several procedures, bruising ceases to appear. When starting treatment, it should be borne in mind that if hematomas appear, you will have to wait about two weeks until they disappear. So if women have to rest in a swimsuit, hydromassage should be done in advance so that the bruise marks have time to disappear.

For those patients who are very sensitive to this procedure, other methods can be prescribed in the form of an underwater shower or massage.

Women should take into account that it is not recommended to undergo this procedure during menstruation, especially if pregnant women cannot do it, as this can provoke complications. After childbirth, women can undergo a course of procedures to restore tone.

Recommendations and possible contraindications should not be ignored otherwise, instead of a positive effect, you can harm your health. All procedures must be carried out by a qualified specialist, otherwise such a shower can be harmful to the body.

The following factors are a huge advantage of the procedure:

• such a massage is inexpensive;
• has high efficiency;
• improves the functioning of the circulatory system;
• harmful substances and toxins are removed;
• the skin becomes young and elastic.

Recently, these procedures have become the most relevant in getting rid of cellulite, which worries many women. Thanks to the procedure, blood circulation begins to accelerate and metabolic processes improve. After the session, subcutaneous fat begins to burn and cellulite becomes less noticeable.

Do not forget that getting rid of cellulite, as well as losing weight, is impossible if you do not combine massage with proper nutrition and exercise. In this case, the effect will not keep you waiting and after a few procedures a positive result will become noticeable.

Before the session, a doctor is consulted, since this water massage is contraindicated in certain diseases, such as:

• phlebeurysm;
• gynecological diseases;
• heart diseases;
• blood diseases;
• acute skin diseases;
• stomach ulcer.

In the presence of such diseases, a doctor's consultation is mandatory, in some cases they are allowed.

You can not carry out procedures with:

• menses;
• kidney disease;
• elevated body temperature;
• oncology;
• pregnancy;
• myoma;
• hernia;
• tuberculosis;
• heart attack and stroke.

After childbirth, if a caesarean section was performed, you should wait at least six months until the suture completely heals. You should also consult with a gynecologist.

Charcot's shower is considered especially useful for those who suffer from diseases of the nervous system, such patients simply need hydromassage. Thanks to the pressure of hot water, you can relieve stress, calm down with neurosis and an obsessive state. A jet of water directed to certain areas allows you to calm the nervous system, bring it back to normal.

Can it be done at home?

Many patients are interested in whether it is possible to do the procedure at home in the bathroom with their own hands. At home, hydromassage can be performed, but the effect of the procedure will be less. This is due to the fact that during hydromassage water is supplied by a strong powerful jet at a distance of 3 meters. To achieve the same action in modern apartments is extremely difficult. To raise the tone, a contrast daily shower with a special massage spray is quite suitable. But such a method will be much lower in efficiency than Charcot's shower.

Now a replacement for Charcot's soul has appeared in stores - Alekseev's nozzle. It can be called an analogue of hydromassage. The design has a nozzle, through the use of which you can achieve the greatest effect.

Alekseev's shower works like a fire hose, that is, a lot of jets fly out of small holes. During operation, water is not sprayed, but flows in one powerful jet and affects a specific area of ​​the body.

Installation of the soul of Alekseev is not difficult, for this you need:

• unscrew the shower head;
• screw the adapter to the hydromassage;
• attach the nozzle to the hose.

Alekseev's shower has two meshes - for 19 and 61 holes, thanks to which the patient himself chooses the intensity and direction of the jet. If you use a mesh with 19 holes, you can get a needle massage, which will get rid of cellulite. When using a mesh with 61 holes, you can achieve the maximum effect, which will be even more than in Charcot's shower. Thus, it is quite possible to make a home healing shower.

Most often, Alekseev's nozzle is purchased by women for the purpose of losing weight.

With this procedure, you can:

• break down subcutaneous fat;
• normalize blood circulation, speed up metabolism;
• remove toxins;
• warm up the skin and muscles.

In addition to cosmetic defects, these procedures are used for many diseases of the cardiovascular, nervous system, weather dependence, menopause, diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Olya Likhacheva

Beauty is like a precious stone: the simpler it is, the more precious :)

Content

Sharko shower or Sharko shower is a water treatment that has its own indications and contraindications. It bears the name of its creator, the famous physician Jean Martin Charcot. This unique invention is more than 100 years old, initially the shower was intended for the treatment of nervous disorders, vegetovascular dystonia, depression, and neuroses. At present, the range of application of this hydrotherapy has greatly expanded, it includes not only the treatment of certain diseases, but is widely used in the beauty industry (weight loss, cellulite control, the formation of a beautiful slim figure).

What is a Charcot shower

The procedure is a strong jet of hot or cold water directed to a specific area of ​​the body, depending on the disease or problem. The contrast alternation of the water jet, dotted or fan-shaped, contributes to an active flow of blood to all organs and tissues, the vessels contract and expand, which gives an excellent therapeutic effect. Slags, toxins, harmful compounds are removed from the body. The processes of rejuvenation and regeneration are launched. The metabolism is normalized, which contributes to weight loss.

Benefit

An excellent effective water massage is indicated for everyone who has problems with blood circulation, constantly experiences stress and weakness, with chronic fatigue syndrome, and is overweight. A point-fan jet of hot or cold water massages the problem area of ​​the body, improves blood circulation, hardens the body. The procedure gives a quick effect on colds, relaxes muscles, has a good effect on the spinal column and the human endocrine system, relieves nervous tension, strengthens the immune system, and promotes tissue regeneration. The muscles of the body relax.

Mechanism of action

Charcot's shower in the clinic is carried out according to the classical scheme: a powerful jet of hot and cold water is directed alternately at a patient who stands against the wall and holds both hands on the handrails from a distance of 3-3.5 m. There is an intensive water massage of problem areas of the body, the nervous system relaxes, the skin becomes elastic. Fat, slag deposits are broken down into smaller particles and excreted from the body. The alternation of hot and cold water tones the whole body, improves well-being, adds vigor and energy.

Indications for use

The list of indications is extensive and affects almost all disorders in the human body. Shown to be effective:

• in the fight against cellulite;
• when losing weight;
• in the treatment of obesity;
• copes well with the problems of the musculoskeletal system;
• with diseases of the nervous system, arthritis;
• with muscle weakness, complete or partial muscle atrophy;
• with arthrosis, osteochondrosis;
• in improving lymphatic drainage, blood circulation in the body;
• in a beneficial effect on the spine;
• in the resorption of some benign tumors;

From cellulite

What is Charcot's shower useful for cellulite? The procedure gives a useful, positive effect in the treatment of skin affected by cellulite. A powerful jet of water breaks the uneven surface of the skin, removes flabbiness, relieves muscle tension, destroys bumps and evens out the skin. The main emphasis is on the stomach, buttocks, hips, waist, legs. It is necessary to start anti-cellulite massage from 10 minutes, gradually increasing the time of exposure of the water jet to problem areas of the body.

For weight loss

The benefits of Charcot's soul in the matter of losing weight and getting rid of extra pounds are obvious. The procedure has a certain mechanism of action on the body:

• cold water throughout the procedure causes the body to expend a large amount of energy to warm up;
• the mechanical effect of water on the skin intensively massages the problem areas of the body, which gives a drainage effect, the sebaceous glands and muscle tone improve, the removal of body fat accelerates;
• the procedure imitates the physical load on the body, which contributes to weight loss.

Problems of the musculoskeletal system

Doctors recommend using a shower to restore the musculoskeletal system after injuries, complete or partial muscle atrophy, mobility in osteochondrosis, arthrosis and arthritis. The positive effect of the shower on the human musculoskeletal system contributes to rapid healing and recovery. To prevent the development of diseases, souls are best taken as preventive measures.

Nervous system

In diseases of the central nervous system, shower treatment is considered a mandatory indication. Water massage with a jet of hot water has a relaxing effect on the muscles of the body and on the whole organism as a whole. The high temperature of the water relieves nervous exacerbation, copes well with stress and depression, and soothes with neurosis and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It is indicated for any pathologies of the nervous system. The strong point pressure of the water jet tones the human nervous system, calms it down, and brings it back to normal.

Charcot shower - wellness treatment

If you have ever been to sanatoriums, health centers or spas, you must have come across such a name of the procedure as Charcot's douche among the list of services provided by these establishments. What kind of shower is this? To whom are such water procedures shown, how do they go, and who should refuse such a shower? You will find answers to all these questions in our publication.

What is a Charcot shower

Indications for the use of Charcot's shower

Charcot shower and treatment of diseases of the nervous system

Charcot shower heads option

This type of water massage, as a rule, is prescribed for those patients who suffer from neurasthenia, obsessive-compulsive disorders, neurosis and irritability, depression, and. And what about the nervous system, nervous breakdowns and showers, you ask? It would be nice if there were pills, or herbal baths, and then Charcot's shower ...

In fact, such a point water effect on human skin, which is under different pressure forces of a jet of water, not only tones the human body, but also has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the central nervous system. To put it simply, with such a stream of water under pressure you knock out all the nonsense from your head and wash off all your negativity ...

It is noteworthy that when it comes to such nervous disorders as progressive psychoses, the appointment of such a procedure is strictly prohibited, since the consequences after such a Charcot shower can be the most unpredictable - an excited patient from such a Charcot shower will become even more nervous...

Charcot's shower as a way of hardening

However, Charcot's shower is prescribed not only for those who are not all right with their nerves. So, such a procedure is recommended for prevention in the winter, as well. However, if you have already caught a cold and are on the verge of illness, there can be no talk of any such hardening. So, not for long and pneumonia to earn and other complications ...

Charcot shower as a method of rehabilitation

Also, Charcot's douche is prescribed as a rehabilitation and recovery therapy for those who have had an injury to the musculoskeletal system. However, here it is necessary to approach very carefully and carefully to the appointment of such a procedure and the execution of such doctor's prescriptions. Since some types of injuries completely exclude the possibility of exposure to pressure, therefore, only an experienced orthopedist should prescribe such a procedure, and not you yourself.

Sharko shower for weight loss

Today, cosmetology also uses Charcot's shower - for the prevention and correction of cellulite, and for weight loss. However, for such purposes it is more appropriate to use.

In this case, the water temperature and the duration of such contrast procedures are prescribed by the doctor, taking into account the state of your body, as well as the volume of your excess weight.

However, counting on the fact that you will lose weight without any effort on your part, but only with the help of Charcot's soul, is a bit unreasonable. But, if you follow a diet, adhere to a healthy lifestyle, perform simple physical exercises, and also practice walking, exercise therapy, yoga, breathing exercises and light aerobics and complement all this with a Charcot shower, the effect will not be long in coming.

The degree of soreness of Charcot's soul

Venue for Charcot's shower procedure

Surely, you are interested in the question, but does it hurt? Well, if you are counting on a lasting effect, then you will have to endure a little, since the impact of a jet of a special shower with a nozzle under high pressure is quite unpleasant and even painful. Yes, and after the procedure itself, the muscles hurt unbearably. But, if you understand that you need a Charcot shower for health and beauty, then you can endure ...

Once proposed by the French psychiatrist Jean-Marc Charcot, the method of improving mental health with hydromassage is now actively used to combat excess weight and cellulite. Popular with both women and men, Charcot's hydromassage shower helps in solving many health problems, as well as invigorates and uplifts the mood.

However, many are still interested in whether this method is really so effective and what are the indications and contraindications for Sharko's soul? You can learn more about this in this article.

Among other manipulations to improve physical health, the Charcot shower procedure has recently been not only popular, but also fashionable. People of different ages resort to "water therapy" to eliminate a wide variety of problems. Those who do not need treatment use this method to restore muscle tone and lift their mood.

Invented about 100 years ago by the famous French psychiatrist and neurologist Charcot, the method was previously used as a therapy for patients with disorders of the nervous system. However, water therapy produced a powerful complex therapeutic effect that no one expected! Therefore, the scope of this manipulation has expanded significantly.

Currently, sessions of water massage "Charcot's shower" are actively used in cosmetology (to eliminate stretch marks, cellulite, reduce body fat) and in sports to relax muscle fibers after exhausting physical exertion.

After the hydrotherapy procedure, a person feels a surge of strength that helps the body recover from diseases and their consequences. In addition, after several such procedures, people interested in losing weight notice a noticeable visual effect.

The figure acquires more pronounced contours, the body becomes not only beautiful, but also healthy. Therefore, we can safely say that the Charcot shower massage is very effective in terms of a comprehensive recovery of the body.

Impact Principle and Benefits

Hydrotherapy by using the Charcot shower, as one of the varieties of physiotherapy, is an effect on the body with "shock" water flows.

During the session, which can last from 10 to 20 minutes, a person stands under two powerful jets of water:

• cold, the temperature of which ranges from 10-20⁰;
• hot (about 40-45⁰).

A prerequisite for hydromassage according to the Charcot principle is the supply of water under pressure.

Constantly changing temperatures and force of impact has a powerful effect on the whole body:

1. Improves blood circulation.
2. Saturates the cells with oxygen.
3. Activates metabolic processes in tissues.
4. Starts cell regeneration at the cellular level.
5. Favorably affects the lymphatic system.
6. Helps to cleanse the upper layers of the dermis from mud and salt deposits.
7. Stops inflammatory processes, eliminates pain symptoms in the back and lower back.
8. Improves emotional state.
9. Treats insomnia.

In addition, shower massage with water has other positive aspects. For example, the passage of such a procedure does not require special preparation.

All that is required of you is to attend a session, taking only a few necessary things with you, and get an excellent charge of vivacity and good mood. In addition to this, the cost of a hydrotherapy course is relatively low, and therefore anyone can afford a shower.

Of course, it is recommended to use Charcot's shower to lose weight or get rid of other problems in a specially equipped salon. The fact is that such manipulations require the use of special devices that most cosmetology and health clinics are equipped with.

Before going through the procedure, you should find out for whom it will be useful. Charcot's shower, the indications and contraindications for which are described below, if used correctly, can provide a positive effect after the first session.

1. People leading a sedentary lifestyle.
2. Patients with disorders of the nervous system and emotional background.
3. Suffering from diseases of the musculoskeletal system, joints, gout.
4. Persons who often face stressful situations.
5. People who have impaired blood circulation and metabolism.
6. Immunocompromised patients.
7. Those who want to lose weight and get rid of cellulite.

However, despite the high efficiency and wide scope of the Charcot shower, it also has some limitations.

Contraindications for the water massage procedure are:

• pregnancy at different times and lactation;
• the presence of oncological, endocrine or acute infectious diseases;
• intervertebral hernia, varicose veins;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system.

In other cases, you can first consult with your doctor or a specialist who conducts hydrotherapy sessions. After all, if you have damage to the skin, recent injuries and fractures, it is better to postpone the course of treatment with water massage with a Charcot shower.

Also, do not resort to the procedure for girls during critical days and patients who have undergone hydrotherapy less than 6 months ago.

Features of therapy

Charcot shower, ideal for weight loss, getting rid of cellulite and other problems, is used under the supervision of a specially trained worker. He knows how to change the power and temperature of the acting water. In addition, there are certain areas on the body (face, neck, groin area) that should not be treated with “shock” jets.

In total, it is recommended to visit from 10 to 20 hydrotherapy sessions. The first procedures of the full course usually last only 5-10 minutes, so that the body can get used to the “shock” method of exposure to water. In the future, the manipulation time is gradually increased to 20 minutes. It is recommended to resort to such a method of physiotherapy as Charcot's shower 2-3 times a week and weight loss will not take long.

By following this condition, you will be able to quickly adapt your body to the upcoming procedure. It is worth noting that the positive effect will not keep you waiting and after the first session you will feel a surge of energy, your mood will rise and you will feel more confident.

If you have a special shower device, you can organize Charcot shower at home. In this case, the hydromassage function is performed by a special nozzle, which will need to be attached to the shower faucet instead of the usual one for the duration of the procedure.

The effect of such a procedure at home is less noticeable. But at the same time, such a hydro massager will be useful in situations where a person who is losing weight or wants to improve his health for some reason cannot visit professional treatment or cosmetology centers.

As you can see, from Charcot's soul, cellulite and extra pounds melt literally "before our eyes." Hydromassage can make life brighter, because it will save you from many pressing problems of modern man and strengthen the body. Perhaps, you will not find a more pleasant and simple way to increase immunity and become more beautiful.

Sharko shower- once a popular wellness procedure is gaining popularity again, and with new momentum! After all, lovers of Charcot's soul have discovered many new useful properties in it. Men and women use Charcot's shower not only as before to improve the overall well-being of the body, strengthen the immune system and nervous system, but also improve skin tone, correct the figure and overcome cellulite. Sharko shower- this is the first thing to start with if you decide to bring your figure back to normal after pregnancy or in preparation for the beach season. It will improve blood circulation, start metabolic processes in the body, and most importantly - inspire you, give you strength and vigor to further hone your figure.

Sharko shower: how it appeared

Sharko's shower, what an unusual name! Some people think that it has Chinese roots, others the word "charcot" resembles English. “shark”, which means “shark”, but in fact, the procedure got its name in honor of its creator, the French psychiatrist Jean-Martin Charcot. This scientist is also known for being the teacher of the famous Sigmund Freud (Sigmund noted that Charcot had a huge influence on him) and many other prominent doctors. What prompted Jean-Martin to come up with the current, mostly cosmetic procedure? Professor Charcot specialized in the study of neurological diseases, founded a new doctrine of psychogenic hysteria. He also invented the Charcot shower with the aim of treating neurological diseases. You may be wondering why I am telling you such details. I am doing this for only one purpose, so that you know, Charcot's shower - despite its many useful cosmetic properties, remains a medical procedure, so if you are offered to undergo this procedure in a beauty salon - do not agree. Charcot's shower, even for the purpose of getting rid of cellulite, is prescribed by a doctor and is carried out only in specialized hydropathics.

Charcot shower - the procedure itself

Although the procedure was developed in the 19th century, little has changed since then. A person at a distance of 3-3.5m is watered with a jet of water. The water temperature during the entire procedure can vary from 20 to 45 degrees, such a contrast in the water temperature is not accidental - due to this, a positive therapeutic effect is achieved. First, the patient is poured from all sides with a fan-shaped stream, first from behind, then from the front, as if preparing the body. Further, with a powerful jet under pressure of about 4 atmospheres, legs, arms, back, sides are treated. They always start from behind: they pass along the legs, rise in a stream onto the back, then onto the arms. Then the patient turns his face: they also pass in a jet along the legs, in circular motions over the stomach, then over the arms. In some balnearies, they still ask you to stand sideways and give a good side jet. In the modern procedure, because clients often come to achieve a cosmetic effect - they pay special attention to problem areas - the buttocks, thighs, stomach and sides are well worked out with a jet. The procedure ends again with a fan-shaped jet all over the body. Charcot's shower is carried out from 1 to 5 minutes, starting small and gradually increasing the time. In total, 15-20 procedures must be performed. Charcot can be taken daily!

Charcot shower - what happens during the procedure

What happens as a result of such an impact on the body? Blood actively begins to arrive to all organs, saturating them with oxygen. There is both a mechanical effect and an effect of contrasting water temperatures, as a result, not only blood circulation improves, but also lymph circulation, i.e. the circulatory and lymphatic systems are strengthened. Everything in the body starts to work faster, better, more actively. The metabolism speeds up, the body begins to get rid of toxins - that is why Charcot's shower is useful in the fight for a slim figure and in reclaiming your rightful territory from cellulite! Due to the water contrast, the vessels either narrow or expand, and they are toned. From the soul of Charcot, the whole body seems to wake up. This uncomplicated procedure has an invaluable general strengthening and tonic effect, relieves muscle and moral tension. After Charcot you leave feeling light in body and soul.

Charcot's shower is indicated for:

1. arthritis
2. rheumatism
3. muscle weakness
4. in violation of metabolic processes
5. if your life has been filled with stress lately
6. in nervous diseases
7. cellulite
8. with obesity
10. for athletes after training
11.
12. with vegetative disorders
13. with chronic fatigue syndrome
and much more. Visit a hydrotherapy clinic, consult a doctor, and if you have no contraindications, you will find out that Charcot's shower can improve your mood, and therefore your life! And if you decide to take a Charcot shower in combination with some baths (herbal, salt, etc.), then your trip to the hydrotherapy clinic will turn into a whole spa course for a moderate fee!

Charcot's shower is contraindicated in:

1.
2. at elevated temperature
3. with acute inflammation
4. tuberculosis
5. with a peptic ulcer……………………6, 7, 8…………… in general, I will not list a list of serious diseases in which you yourself will guess that you need to consult a doctor very seriously before than go for any procedure. It is for the same reason that Charcot's showers are taken only as directed by a doctor.
Charcot's shower should also not be visited during pregnancy.
The only drawback of the Charcot shower is its soreness for some ladies. Many have painful sensations in the muscles, and bruises appear on the skin.

My impressions of Charcot's shower:

When I first went to Sharko, I was a little scared! I had heard about the pain, about the terrible bruises, but also about the benefits! Therefore, having gained determination, I signed up for the first session. At first there was some awkwardness when the aunt who performed this procedure told me: “Why do you need a swimsuit? He's just getting in the way!" I understand that she has already seen a lot of naked priests, but it’s not every day that I stand naked in front of a stranger in some unfamiliar room! I undressed, stood in the proper place, and she began to water me and command me where to turn and how I feel. She also asked if I was dizzy. I felt great, the procedure was absolutely painless for me. Somewhere in the 5th procedure, I really felt that my head was spinning, and it seemed to go dark in my eyes, that day the nurse watered me less and said (it was a morning session) to eat. In total, I went through 15 procedures, the last ones were the most unpleasant, because the contrast between the water was more noticeable, and sometimes it was cold and chilly. I did not have a single bruise, not a single pain sensation, although I am thin and my skin is very pale and easily injured (often my husband grabs - and bruises remain from his fingers!) After the second procedure, I felt that I was so happy that I have such a wonderful life! So much energy and enthusiasm! The skin became more elastic and the posture changed a lot. I noticed that I began to keep my back straight and stopped slouching. So I have only positive impressions from the trip to the Charcot shower.

Charcot shower: What to bring

Slippers (I don't really like to walk barefoot on slippery tiles); a plastic cap so as not to wet the hair; towel; I don’t know about a swimsuit (I have already been to 3 different clinics, and everywhere they told me to undress completely).
If you have no contraindications, be sure to go through this simple procedure sharko shower and give your body tone, strength and energy!