Istanbul Gelisim University - The oldest method of treatment is taught under university assurance

The oldest method of treatment is taught under university assurance

One of the oldest known treatment methods is 'manual therapy', a pain-relieving method by hand touching injured or painful tissue. This method of treatment based on the old origin is now being taught under university assurance.

In this context, of the first trainings organized by the Asst. Prof. Gülşah Kınalı at Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Continuing Education Center, is completed. Dr. Kınalı stating that manual therapy with the increase of interest in natural therapies has come to the agenda again, said: "It started getting the attention it deserved".

"THERAPY AIMS TO ESTABLISH STRUCTURAL BALANCE IN THE BODY"

Stating that manual therapy, which is a method of non-medication, considers the body as a whole and aims to find the root cause and correct it, faculty member of IGU School of Health Sciences Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Asst. Prof. Gülşah Kınalı, added: “Therapy, aims to establish a good structural balance in the body.” The specialist applies therapy using a variety of techniques according to the patient's needs. Joint mobilizations, cranial applications on the head and spinal fluid, various soft tissue mobilization, muscle stretching, reflex techniques and on the fields of tensile, stretching and mobilization warnings are given to the internal organs reflected areas”.

“HELPS CORRECT THE JOINTS DISORDERS”

Emphasizing that the therapy could include people of all ages and sectors, Dr. Kınalı said: “Therapy affects the circulation of body fluids, regulates the lymphatic system, helps to eliminate the stress on the muscles or correct the disorders in the joints. Workouts can be added to the therapy program and information about the healthy lifestyle could be given. These programs assure the continuation of health and prevent the recurrence of the disease. Approaches are also like preventive treatment. It reduces the stress on the tissues and enables the body to detect the ‘self-recovery’ mechanism.

“TRAINING WILL CONTINUE”

Dr. Kınalı expressing that they completed the first training in the center, added: “We will continue to organize holistic manipulation and mobilization courses with a maximum quota of 20 students. The method has positive results for the social health system in this context, since it is treated in the origin of the problem with manual therapy. Expenditure on treatment is greatly reduced”.