Cryomassage of the scalp for the complex treatment of trichological diseases

In modern aesthetic medicine, there are a huge number of effective tools for correcting almost any imperfections of the face and body. Injection and hardware techniques, medicines and care products, massages, peelings and many other useful procedures help to improve the condition and appearance of almost any part of the body, including the scalp. Today on estet-portal.com read about cryomassage of the scalp. For what purposes can this procedure be used, and what are its main features – find out now.

Cryomassage of the scalp: features of the procedure

For the treatment of diseases of the scalp, trichologists have in their arsenal such an effective procedure as cryomassage.

Cryomassage of the scalp is one of the physiotherapeutic methods used for therapeutic purposes, the peculiarity of which is the use of a cold agent as the main factor influencing tissues.

In response to exposure to cold, the body gives a certain reaction, which allows you to get the desired therapeutic effect. The cryomassage procedure is very effective in a variety of trichological diseases.

Cryomassage:

• how does the scalp react to the effects of cold during cryomassage;
• main indications for scalp cryomassage;
• how is cryomassage of the scalp performed: technical implementation.

How does the scalp react to cold exposure during cryomassage

Cryomassage of the scalp is based on the process of rapid cooling of tissues within their cryogenic resistance. In response to such an impact, a two-phase reaction of the body occurs, expressed as:

• contraction of precapillary sphincters, narrowing of the lumen of arterioles and small vessels, slowing down blood flow and increasing its viscosity. As a result, the intensity of metabolic processes and the consumption of oxygen and nutrients by tissues decreases. This reaction is aimed at reducing heat transfer and keeping tissues warm;
• then there is a significant expansion of blood vessels, due to the formation in the tissues of a complex of bioactive substances that have a vasodilating effect. This reaction is manifested by the appearance of an axon reflex, a decrease in muscle tone and reddening of the skin. The mechanism of such a reaction is aimed at increasing the rate of outflow of venous blood and lymph and the inflow of arterial blood, which contributes to an increase in the delivery of oxygen and nutrients, as well as an increase in the intensity of metabolism.

Thus, cryomassage of the scalp makes it possible to normalize its innervation and blood circulation, nutrition and metabolism, the processes of sebum and sweating. In addition, after the procedure, previously non-functioning hair follicles are activated, skin cells and follicles regenerate faster, and the appearance of hair improves.

The main indications for cryomassage of the scalp

Cryomassage of the scalp can be recommended for the following diseases and conditions:

• thin, dry and brittle hair;
• oily seborrhea;
• for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in the initial stages;
• early baldness associated with irrational nutrition or stressful conditions;
• alopecia areata;
• circular alopecia;
• increased sensitivity of the skin;
• presence of itching and dandruff;
• chronic fatigue syndrome and depression.

In addition, cryomassage of the scalp can be used for preventive purposes. It also significantly increases the effectiveness of other medical and cosmetic procedures, and can be used up to 20 minutes before they are performed.

How scalp cryomassage is performed: technical implementation

In most cosmetic and medical institutions, cryomassage of the scalp is performed using liquid nitrogen. There is no need for special preparation before the procedure. It can be performed  in several ways: locally, pointwise, in limited areas or over the entire surface of the scalp. For the procedure, a special applicator is used, which is dipped in liquid nitrogen, and then, with quick and light rotational movements, nitrogen is applied to the surface of the skin along the massage lines, until it appears and quickly disappears  whitening. The duration of a cryomassage session depends on the treated area, and, on average, is approximately 10-20 minutes. The massage course consists of 10-15 sessions, with an interval of 3 days between treatments.

Cryomassage of the scalp – it is an effective procedure that can be used for the complex treatment of trichological diseases and improve the appearance of the hair.

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