Radon baths and water in the Sanatorium "Berezovy Gai"
What is Radon: A Brief Overview
Lack of medical knowledge and curiosity without understanding often have a negative impact on people's health. For example, many have heard about radon therapy and its benefits to the human body, but few can explain what radon actually is, why it is beneficial, or for whom it is contraindicated. Before discussing treatment procedures at the "Berezoviy Gai" health resort, let’s clarify what radon is and how it affects the human body.
Radon belongs to the group of inert (or noble) gases; it is odorless and colorless. Unlike most such gases, radon is chemically active but decays rapidly, which makes studying its chemical properties difficult. Its main characteristic is radioactivity, which in some uninformed circles unjustly gives it the label of being “toxic”.
Radon forms deep underground in deposits of radium — a radioactive chemical element — and is a product of its decay. Radon is a heavy gas, yet it successfully rises upward by mixing with lighter air or moves toward the surface dissolved in water. This is how natural or artificial radon baths and caves are formed.
Effect of Radon on the Human Body
Radon has found widespread use in medicine, despite the apparent paradox of using a radioactive element for health purposes. Health resorts based on radon-rich waters have been operating successfully since the late 19th century.
The main factor of radon’s effect is alpha radiation — the influence of positively charged particles. What makes radon unique is that even minimal amounts of this gas in mineral water, when absorbed into the body, have a beneficial effect on the entire organism — from the nervous system to the circulatory system.
How does radon exposure occur? During a radon bath, the substance first penetrates through the skin and lungs, and then enters the bloodstream. The ionizing radiation of alpha particles triggers regenerative processes throughout the body.
Indications for Radon Therapy
Let’s not claim that radon therapy is a cure-all, but undergoing a full course of treatment (in combination with other wellness programs), under professional supervision, significantly improves quality of life. Radon baths and other methods of radon therapy are recommended for people suffering from the following conditions:
- Chronic diseases of the lungs, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract;
- Cardiovascular diseases;
- Skin diseases;
- Diabetes mellitus;
- Ovarian and thyroid dysfunction;
- Consequences of injuries and diseases of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
The positive effects of radon baths on the human body have long been proven. As you go through the course, your blood circulation and water-salt balance normalize, and mineral and carbohydrate metabolism improve.
Contraindications for Radon Baths
Despite the clear beneficial effects of radon therapy, it is important to remember that radon is a radioactive substance, and during the procedure, you are exposed to radiation. Because of this, there are also contraindications for this type of treatment:
- Leukopenia;
- Heart failure;
- Acute inflammatory processes;
- Pregnancy;
- Radiation sickness (at any stage);
- Intolerance to radon water;
- Hyperthyroidism / hypothyroidism.
Radon therapy should be prescribed only by a specialist and conducted under their supervision.
Methods of Radon Treatment
The main and most popular method of treatment is radon baths, mostly because they not only provide therapeutic effects for certain diseases but also benefit the entire body. To achieve a noticeable effect, a typical course of radon baths includes 8–10 sessions lasting 10–20 minutes each. Radon baths are an effective means of treating musculoskeletal disorders (such as arthritis, osteoarthritis, etc.), as well as:
- Prostatitis;
- Psoriasis;
- Mastopathy;
- Oncological diseases;
- Thyroid diseases;
- Gynecological conditions: fibromatosis, fibroids, endometriosis.
For people suffering from gout or gastrointestinal diseases, drinking radon water is more suitable. Radon improves the function of internal organs, especially the liver. This leads to better uric acid metabolism, which helps treat gout (the cause of this disease is elevated uric acid levels). In addition to radon baths, irrigation and micro-enemas are considered effective treatment methods for women's health issues.
Rest and Treatment at the Health Resort "Berezoviy Gai"
The "Berezoviy Gai" health resort focuses on the prevention and treatment of endocrine, immune, reproductive system disorders, and musculoskeletal diseases, along with cosmetic procedures for relaxation and beauty. Completing a full course of therapy combined with radon treatment strengthens immunity, normalizes blood composition, and effectively combats various ailments.
Effective treatment of diseases is supported not only by various procedures and diet, but also by the overall atmosphere. "Berezoviy Gai" is a quiet corner of nature with its own positive impact on health. The ecologically clean territory, proximity to a forest and a clean lake contribute to improved health and inner balance.