Restoration of the upper limbs of athletes in the Caucasian Mineral Waters resort using the combined application of electro- and peloidotherapy to the cervical– collar area

Objective. Of the work was to develop a method for restoring the upper limbs of athletes in the Caucasian Mineral Waters resort based on the combined use of electro- and peloid therapy on the cervical-collar area. Material and methods.Was carried out among highly qualified athletes during their stay at training camps in Kislovodsk. 30 athletes took part in the study (23 athletes — the main group and 7 athletes (CG). Before and after the application of the technique, the athletes were examined: the initial level and dynamics of the functional state of the upper extremities (according to electroneuromyography (ENMG) and rheography), as well as hemodynamics of cerebral vessels (according to rheoencephalography). The results of the study showed that a single and course application of electro- and peloid therapy procedures on the cervical-collar area contributes to a significant relaxing effect on the upper limbs of athletes. As a result, a decrease in neuromuscular activity and normalization of excessively increased blood flow, improvement of venous outflow. Conclusion. A method for restoring the upper extremities of athletes has been developed and scientifically substantiated, which is recommended for use especially for relaxation after a training day and during the transition (recovery) period of the training process in sanatorium-resort conditions.