Peloids as Thermotherapeutic Agents.

Area of Science:

• Therapeutic applications of peloids
• Physicochemical properties of peloids
• Musculoskeletal disorder treatments

Background:

• Peloids, ancient heat-providing therapeutic systems, consist of liquid and solid phases.
• The solid phase improves peloid handling, stability, and therapeutic efficacy.
• Peloids allow targeted heat application and controlled heat release.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze 16 reference peloids used in medical spas as thermotherapeutic agents.
• To evaluate nine raw materials as potential solid phases for peloid preparation.
• To investigate the physical and thermal properties of peloids and raw materials.

Main Methods:

• Centesimal composition analysis
• Instrumental texture analysis
• Thermal parameter measurement

Main Results:

• Medical spa peloids are used for musculoskeletal disorders, notably knee osteoarthritis, back pain, and psoriatic arthropathy.
• Clinical observations indicate peloid application reduces pain, enhances joint function, and improves quality of life.
• Peloids and raw material pastes exhibited heat flow rates up to four times lower than water.

Conclusions:

• The studied peloids are effective thermotherapeutic agents for musculoskeletal conditions.
• The investigated raw materials are suitable for preparing peloids with mineral waters.
• Peloids offer a beneficial therapeutic approach for pain management and functional improvement in joint disorders.