Constant workloads, injuries, improper weight distribution leads to abrasion of the cartilaginous tissue, which in turn causes pain and discomfort. Therefore, more and more people acquire a new tool called "Horsepower" - a joint gel that allows to restore normal mobility of limbs, eliminate pain syndrome, improve blood circulation.
The composition of the foot gel "Horsepower"
This preparation contains only 3 active ingredients of natural origin:
- tocopherol (vitamin E);
- essential oil of lavender ;
- mint oil.
In addition to these components, the gel consists of glycerin, carbopol, menthol, methylparaben, mineral water, soy extract.
Components of the drug provide increased local circulation, improved permeability of blood vessels and capillaries, removal of puffiness, effective analgesia.
It should be noted that the described tool is designed specifically for people, sold in pharmacies. Do not confuse it with a "horse gel" for double-acting legs. This cooling balm with anti-rheumatic effect is slightly similar to the proposed drug, but it is created for veterinary use. In addition, the ZooVIP gel consists of other components.
Instructions for gel for joints "Horsepower"
This medication is almost universal. Its consistency and properties make it possible to apply the gel for rubbing into the affected areas, compresses, during therapeutic massage sessions.
Anesthetic and relaxing effect "Horsepower" produces already 15 minutes after the first application. Essential oils act both as aromatherapeutic relaxants, and in the form of locally irritating substances.
To rub the gel in the affected joints is recommended 2 times a day. It is desirable to use an abundant amount of balm, massage the limbs to the absolute absorption of the drug.
The course of treatment, as a rule, lasts 10-12 days, until the appearance of persistent improvements in the state and mobility. Sometimes it is possible to increase the period of therapy up to 3 weeks. In the future, the drug is recommended to use symptomatically, there is no restriction on the duration of its use.
Indications for use:
- rheumatoid pain;
- arthrosis , arthritis;
- clinical signs of osteochondrosis;
- recovery from injuries, sprains, surgeries;
- need to relieve tension from muscle tissue after intensive training;
- performance of therapeutic massage.
Professional manual therapists note that for physiotherapy "Horsepower" fits best, as it quickly warms up soft and muscle tissues, promotes instant relaxation of the musculoskeletal system, facilitates
Contraindications to the gel for joints "Horsepower"
Do not apply the drug if there are mechanical damages to the skin in the treated area (abrasions, wounds, cuts). Also, do not use the described agent on the mucous membranes.
Direct contraindications:
- an allergy to one of the components of the gel, especially for essential oils and methyl parabens in the composition;
- presence of malignant oncological neoplasms.
It should be remembered that "Horsepower" produces a significant local irritating effect. This can adversely affect the sensitive skin, cause the appearance of bruising, small bleeding, the emergence of a vascular network. Therefore, before the start of treatment is recommended to try the gel on a small area of the epidermis and observe the treated skin for 12 hours.