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[Aeroionotherapy in prevention of acute respiratory diseases in children]

M A Khan, I P Bobrovnitskiĭ, A V Chervinskaia

    Voprosy Kurortologii, Fizioterapii, I Lechebnoi Fizicheskoi Kultury
    |January 5, 2007
    PubMed

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    Biocontrolled aeroionotherapy effectively treats children with acute respiratory infections. This therapy corrects disorders, reduces illness frequency, and shortens sickness duration.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Environmental Medicine
    • Respiratory Medicine

    Background:

    • Acute respiratory infections (ARIs) are a common health concern in children.
    • Functional disorders can exacerbate ARI severity and frequency.
    • Non-pharmacological interventions are sought to complement standard care for pediatric ARIs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the pathogenetic validity and clinical efficacy of biocontrolled aeroionotherapy in children with frequent ARIs.
    • To assess the impact of negative aeroions on functional disorders and ARI outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized biocontrolled aeroionotherapy as an intervention.
    • Administered a course of negative aeroions.
    • Monitored functional disorders, ARI frequency, and illness duration in pediatric subjects.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated pathogenetic validity for using biocontrolled aeroionotherapy.
    • Observed correction of functional disorders in children undergoing the therapy.
    • Reported a reduced frequency of acute respiratory infections.
    • Documented shorter durations of illness following the aeroionotherapy course.

    Conclusions:

    • Biocontrolled aeroionotherapy is a valid therapeutic approach for pediatric ARIs.
    • Negative aeroions show potential in managing functional disorders associated with respiratory illnesses.
    • The therapy contributes to improved health outcomes in children susceptible to recurrent respiratory infections.

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