Hirudotherapy
leech, whose medical name is "Hirudo Medicinalis", is a creature that has been used for medical purposes for centuries. Hirudotherapy is based on the principle of placing leeches at the determined points and releasing their bioactive secretions into the body.
Hirudotherapy Medical Leech Therapy
Medical leech therapy is a well-established treatment method dating back to the 50th century BC. It started to be used for medical purposes in Europe in the 15th century and became widespread in the 19th century. During this period, leech farms were established throughout Europe, and today it is combined with modern medical methods and applied by specialist physicians.
What is Hirudotherapy?
Leech, whose medical name is "Hirudo Medicinalis", is a creature that has been used for medical purposes for centuries. Hirudotherapy is based on the principle of placing leeches at the determined points and releasing their bioactive secretions into the body. These bioactive substances secreted by leeches provide the following effects:
Muscle relaxant (Myorelaxant)
Blood thinner (Anticoagulant)
Immunomodulator (Immunomodulator)
Circulatory regulator (Microcirculation)
Hirudotherapy is integrated with modern medical methods to minimize side effects.
In which cases is hirudotherapy used?
Hirudotherapy plays a supportive role in the treatment of many diseases by removing harmful substances from the body. The most common conditions in which it is used are:
Varicose veins and venous insufficiency
Rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases
Migraine and headaches
Ensuring blood circulation after traumatic limb loss
Eye diseases
Joint disorders and calcifications
Muscle and spine disorders
Chronic hepatitis and liver diseases
Dizziness and tinnitus
Nervous system diseases such as MS, ALS, stroke and Parkinson's
Skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, urticaria and acne
Immune system diseases and chronic fatigue syndrome
Hirudotherapy can be used as a supportive treatment for the above diseases. However It should not be administered to patients with hemophilia, severe anemia, patients taking blood thinners, pregnant and lactating women and before surgical intervention.
How is Hirudotherapy Applied?
- No special preparation is required before application.
- However perfumes, detergents and chemical odors can make it difficult for leeches to stick.
- Leeches are placed on the area sterilized by the physician.
- Although it does feel a bit light on first contact, Thanks to the anesthetic substance secreted by leeches, pain is not felt.
- Application 20-60 minutes between the time
- After treatment, the bleeding is stopped by dressing the area.
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Things to Know About Hirudotherapy
Hirudotherapy is a very safe treatment method when practiced consciously and under hygienic conditions. However, there are some points to be considered:
Itching and redness may occur at the application site. Bleeding can sometimes last longer than 4 hours.
The perception that "leeches suck dirty blood" is wrong. Leeches only release bioactive substances from their secretions into the body.
There may be a slight scar in the application area.
Medical leech treatment, obtained from production facilities approved by the Ministry of Agriculture sterile and disposable leeches should be used. Leeches used should be disposed of in accordance with medical waste regulations.
Hirudotherapy It should be noted that it should only be administered by specialized physicians.
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