With our post-COVID rehabilitation program, we aim to address both primary post-COVID conditions and secondary neurological disorders through a comprehensive approach. Our team of experienced physiotherapists conducts thorough assessments of motor function disorders, muscle strength, coordination, and balance, tailoring a rehabilitation plan to each client’s individual needs. Our program includes: Breathing exercises, Spirometric breathing training, Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT), Stimulating chest massage, Super Inductive System und Aromatherapy.
Managing daily activities can be highly challenging for individuals with Post-COVID Syndrome. Common symptoms include deteriorated lung function (respiratory insufficiency), general fatigue, cognitive impairments, swallowing and communication difficulties, as well as memory disturbances. Burnout syndrome often occurs, which can be caused by long-term health problems and various factors such as physical and mental stress. In addition to these symptoms, patients may also experience other disorders such as altered breathing (tachypnea or dyspnea), muscle pain, concentration or motivation issues, anxiety, or depression.
Respiratory insufficiency due to breathing difficulties can hinder the ability to perform daily tasks productively. Swallowing difficulties can lead to changes in nutrition, further exacerbating fatigue in individuals struggling with Post-COVID Syndrome. Cognitive impairments such as confusion or mood swings are also common issues affecting people with this condition.
Respiratory physiotherapy involves aimed at developing the autonomic nervous system, along with specific breathing techniques and spirometry training methods. To ensure the maximum effectiveness of these procedures, physiotherapists often combine multiple methods such as MSRT with other forms of physiotherapy that impact breathing. A stimulating massage can also be applied to the back to loosen tense muscles around the airways, thereby facilitating breathing during training or daily activities such as walking or climbing stairs. Additionally, an aromatherapeutic respiratory protocol is also very effective, stimulating the healing processes of the respiratory system through essential oils.
Super Inductiv System (SIS) utilizes high-intensity electromagnetic waves to interact with the human body, particularly the respiratory muscles. The intense electromagnetic field depolarizes nerve tissue, triggering contractions of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles. This physiological response helps increase blood flow in the chest area, allowing for greater oxygen supply to the entire body. The primary objective of lung rehabilitation with SIS is to strengthen and improve these important muscles, enabling them to work more effectively and ensure greater capacity for oxygen uptake. Additionally, SIS can reduce the risk of respiratory infections such as pneumonia by improving ventilation capacity.
Spirometric breathing training is a popular technique aimed at strengthening the lungs and improving their efficiency in oxygen uptake. The goal of the therapy is to enhance the patient’s lung capacity and overall respiratory system strength.
Mind Sound Resonance Techniques (MSRT) is a technique that combines sound resonance, breathing exercises, and relaxation music to achieve balance in the autonomic nervous system and support post-COVID-19 rehabilitation. In this technique, the client produces various sounds, as each sound generates a different resonance that influences the healing process in many ways. Breathing exercises are used to support sound resonance through deep, complete breathing, which relaxes the body and helps to feel tension in the body. Additionally, MSRT, combined with soothing music, can have a profound relaxation effect by helping to release muscle tension and stagnant energy throughout the body.
The Wim Hof Method combines three effective components: breathing exercises, cold therapy, and meditation.
Overall, the use of the Wim Hof Method has been shown to be highly effective in the rehabilitation process after overcoming a viral infection, converting the acidic environment in the body into an alkaline one – which alleviates stress and leads to an influx of energy for recovering patients who may feel exhausted from the experiences during and after the illness. This method has been proven to provide both physical and mental benefits, ranging from increased energy levels to improvement in immunological responses. By stimulating the autonomic nervous system through deep breathing exercises, blood circulation and oxygen supply to cells throughout the body are enhanced. An important component of the Wim Hof Method is breathing exercises, which help improve lung capacity and resilience while creating a sense of relaxation. Regular practice of this procedure helps improve oxygen flow throughout the body and enhances your ability to control stress responses. The Wim Hof Method offers many benefits to help you live a healthier life!
- Strengthening the immune system
- Improving concentration
- Enhancing mental peace
- Boosting willpower
- Increasing energy
- Managing some symptoms of fibromyalgia (a chronic condition characterized by pain, typically in muscles and joints)
- Alleviating some symptoms of depression
- Reducing stress
- Improving sleep
- Alleviating symptoms of chronic conditions
Chest stimulation massage is beneficial not only for post-COVID-19 rehabilitation but also for addressing other respiratory issues such as asthma or bronchitis. The main goal is to enhance circulation and alleviate pain by manipulating the soft tissue in the chest region. By aiding improved airflow through increased blood flow, clients may experience an enhancement in their respiratory function as well as a reduction in fatigue and headaches associated with breathing issues. During the massage, specific essential oils like eucalyptus or lavender are often used, which alleviate inflammation and loosen spasms in the respiratory system.
Using aromatherapy to support respiratory issues is a great way to enhance overall health. The protocol for supporting the respiratory system combines various massage techniques. Essential oils such as eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil, thyme oil, tea tree oil, lemon oil, or lavender oil are applied along the spine, on the feet, and hands using light massage techniques. This allows for deep relaxation and circulation of the lymphatic system, aiding in reducing inflammation in the body and improving detoxification processes.
