Benefit and harm
In the treatment of many diseases, patients often resort to various kinds of folk remedies or alternative medicine.
Methods such as acupuncture have long been widely used among people suffering from a myriad of ailments.
Such techniques consist in mechanical action on certain points of the human body that are responsible for certain life processes.
General information about the applicator
In the late 80s of the twentieth century, I. I. Kuznetsov (being a music teacher who was fond of Chinese medicine) developed an apparatus for influencing the reflexogenic zones located on the human body - Kuznetsov's applicator (or iplicator).
The device is a strap or a plastic plate with needles and is used for violations of the circulation of nerve impulses, diseases of internal organs, sexual disorders.
Especially effective is the use of Kuznetsov's applicator in diseases of the musculoskeletal system, including osteochondrosis.
Benefit and harm
There are many opinions about the effectiveness of using the Kuznetsov applicator. Most of them confirm the healing properties of the Kuznetsov apparatus.
The use of the device helps to reduce pain, improve metabolic processes in the surfaces in contact with the needles of the applicator, general relaxation and improve mood.
The Kuznetsov apparatus itself will not be able to cause harm as such, however, if used improperly, it can aggravate the painful condition.
Therefore, before using Kuznetsov's invention, it is necessary to consult a doctor and familiarize yourself with the recommendations and contraindications for its use.
Which applicator should you choose?
Kuznetsov's applicator was created on the basis of an Indian yoga mat.
The apparatus has been modified and exists in various variations, each designed to achieve a specific effect.
The most common types of Kuznetsov's applicator are: needle, Tibetan, neck and back roller, magnetic apparatus, Tibetan.
Needle
This applicator has the form of a belt, belt or mat with plastic needles on one side of the surface.
The device is quite convenient to use, as it can be applied with needles directly to the site of the focus of the inflammatory process.
It has a relaxing effect on muscles and tissues. The Kuznetsov needle applicator is used to relieve or eliminate pain in the muscles, joints (effective for arthritis), and the spine. The device has a tonic effect on the skin.
Tibetan
The Tibetan applicator is a mat with forked needles.
It is believed that the use of such a variant of needles is most effective for eliminating muscle pain.
Due to its structure, the use of this Kuznetsov applicator is relevant in the treatment and prevention of back diseases.
Magnetic
The magnetic applicator has the form of a rug with needles, on the surface of which there are also magnets.
In fact, this device has the properties of a Tibetan rug, supplemented by the therapeutic effect of a magnetic field (improvement of blood circulation, inhibition of the formation of blood clots, normalization of tissue functioning).
This roller with needles on it is designed to massage not only the muscles of the neck, but also the feet, lower back, etc.
Needles contribute to the normalization of blood circulation and the throughput of nerve fibers, muscle relaxation and increased tissue tone.
The device is used not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of various diseases (including osteochondrosis of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine) and simply relaxation.
The roller is easy to use and has virtually no contraindications.
Big
Kuznetsov's large applicator is the same Tibetan rug with needles, only larger, which allows you to cover a larger surface of the body. Has the same effect.
There are other variations of the Kuznetsov applicator (for example, in the form of insoles with needles).
The principle of the procedure on the body
The principle of operation of the Kuznetsov apparatus is quite simple. The needles located on the surface of the Kuznetsov apparatus are in contact with the skin surface of the human body.
There are points on the skin that are responsible for the functioning of various organs and systems, on which the needles of the apparatus act, resulting in the normalization of the work of their “wards”.
In the treatment of osteochondrosis, Kuznetsov's applicator needles act on certain biologically active points of the skin surface, which are responsible for metabolic processes in the tissues of the intervertebral discs, thereby normalizing them.
Thanks to the needles, the procedure using the device helps to reduce inflammation of the nerve endings, improve blood circulation around the areas of the spine affected by osteochondrosis.
The results of such hardware procedures are: reduction or elimination of pain in the diseased areas of the body, normalization of sleep, increased patient performance, improved morale (the feeling of fatigue, irritation, lethargy and depression disappears), general relaxation and relaxation.
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Applicators, depending on their structure, are used in different ways: some are fastened and fixed with a belt, others are pressed down with needles by a person's own weight (Tibetan rug). With a roller, they press down and roll out the surface in need of treatment.
Depending on the degree of sensitivity of human skin, the needles on the Kuznetsov apparatus come in various lengths and shapes. In this regard, there are different markings of needles.
Indications and contraindications
In case of a negative reaction to the use of the device, you should immediately consult a doctor, reduce the duration and number of procedures, or stop using the device altogether.
Kuznetsov's applicator is an almost universal remedy for the treatment and prevention of a very wide range of diseases.
Indications for the use of this device may be:
- pain in the lumbar, thoracic or cervical spine;
- pain in the joints;
- headaches of a different nature;
- sleep disturbance (insomnia);
- vegetative-vascular dystonia;
- elimination of excess body fat;
- elimination of cellulite;
- chronic sexual ailments in men (prostatitis);
- erectile disfunction;
- flatulence;
- weakening of premenstrual and menopausal syndromes;
- development of fine motor skills in children;
- flat feet;
- the need for relaxation.
However, do not forget that the use of the Kuznetsov applicator is prescribed by a doctor mainly in the complex treatment of various diseases.
Despite its versatility, the device has a small list of contraindications. The use of the Kuznetsov apparatus is contraindicated on areas of the skin on which moles, papillomas or warts are located, with which needles may come into contact.
The use of the device by people suffering from skin diseases is also strictly not recommended. The use of the Kuznetsov apparatus during pregnancy is contraindicated.
How to use correctly
As already mentioned, the Kuznetsov applicator in any of its variations is extremely easy to use.
The needles of the device are leaning against the desired surface of the skin, causing relaxation. However, before using the applicator, you should consult your doctor.
It is necessary to carry out the procedure either one and a half hours after a meal, or half an hour before a meal. It is recommended to use the applicator in a well ventilated area.
Before use, it is necessary to wipe both the needles and the base of the apparatus with alcohol or wash with soap and water. The applicator must be individual in use for personal hygiene purposes.
How long does it take for the procedure
The time of the procedure is individual, depending on the patient's condition, skin characteristics, etc., therefore it is advisable to coordinate its duration with the doctor.
On average, the standard procedure for using the Kuznetsov applicator is 15-30 minutes. The course of procedures should be two weeks of daily use of the device, followed by breaks of one to four weeks.
Price per rug
Kuznetsov's applicator is a fairly inexpensive device available for purchase by almost everyone. Comparative table of prices for the device in some cities:
Where can you buy?
Kuznetsov's applicator is quite affordable to purchase. You can buy it in almost any pharmacy, or you can order it in online stores with subsequent delivery. The applicator is commercially available.
What is better to choose, Kuznetsov's or Lyapko's applicator?
Along with the Kuznetsov applicator, there is also the Lyapko applicator. This apparatus is a surface made of medical rubber (mat, roller, sphere, belt) with needles on it.
The structure of the Lyapko applicator is similar to its aforementioned analogue, except that these needles are not plastic but metal, which allows you to act on the patient's skin more carefully.
In terms of treatment, the Kuznetsov applicator will be more effective than its analogue
Stimulation of the necessary processes when using the Lyapko applicator is noticeably weaker, but at the same time less painful. Compared to the Kuznetsov applicator, the Lyapko apparatus is more suitable for people with sensitive skin.
However, Kuznetsov's applicator has a pronounced therapeutic effect, while its "opponent" with metal needles is more intended for preventive and relaxation purposes. Both applicators are approved by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
