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The action of the soul has conflicting reviews and recommendations. Manufacturers, of course, present their goods in the best light, promising to get rid of almost all ailments of the circulatory system and musculoskeletal system. Users note some inconvenience in use and low efficiency. What will help Alekseev’s soul, and is it worth it to use it at home?
What is a shower of Alekseev
Alekseyev nozzle is a curved plastic tube with several grids. Typically, the kit includes the following components:
- housing;
- sealing ring;
- three grids for 13, 19 and 61 holes;
- upper nut pressing the mesh to the housing;
- adapter;
- gasket.
The secret of the soul lies in thin elastic jets directed parallel to each other. The watering can is designed in such a way that the holes have a diameter of 5 mm at the entrance and 0.6 mm at the exit. Due to this, the nozzle gives out jets at a higher pressure than in the general pressure, giving the water “shock” force.
Who is suitable for
Using a shower head is of undoubted benefit: blood circulation improves, pain decreases, mood rises. However, there are several limitations to the use of water massage. Before buying a shower of Alekseev and Kuznetsov, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with all possible risks, consult with your doctor.
Indications
Most often, women acquire Alekseev’s soul for weight loss and the fight against cellulite. Indeed, water strokes stimulate the lymph flow, increase blood circulation, massage the dermis and accelerate metabolism. After regular procedures, the skin becomes more toned, supple, smooth. Alekseev’s soul will be a good addition to the fight against the “orange peel”. In particular, massage has the following actions:
- warms up skin and muscles;
- breaks down subcutaneous fat;
- normalizes blood circulation, metabolism;
- removes toxins.
Of course, the nozzle will not produce a sufficient effect without proper nutrition, rubbing, anti-cellulite creams and physical activity. It should also be understood that the third and fourth stages of cellulite are very difficult to fix, especially without the use of professional tools.
In addition to cellulite, massage procedures are indicated for various diseases and disorders associated with blood circulation, joints, muscles, and skin. Using a shower head relieves stress, strengthens the immune system. The main indications for the use of the soul of Alekseev:
- arthritis;
- arthrosis;
- osteochondrosis;
- radiculitis;
- osteoarthrosis;
- spinal hernia;
- Chronical bronchitis;
- venous congestion, varicose veins;
- chronic fatigue syndrome;
- insomnia;
- burnout;
- rosacea face;
- swelling of the legs;
- extensive hematomas, bruises;
- Crick;
- frequent colds, decreased immunity;
- atherosclerosis of blood vessels;
- vegetovascular dystonia;
- weather dependence;
- hypertension;
- poisoning, a hangover;
- chronic gastritis;
- intestinal disorders;
- menopause;
- menstrual irregularities;
- myasthenia gravis;
- stretch marks;
- cellulite;
- first degree obesity.
Contraindications
Hydromassage is not suitable for patients with chronic diseases of different systems and organs, as well as women in position. Contraindications Alekseev’s soul are associated with a strong effect of water jets on soft tissues, which can provoke an exacerbation of some diseases. It is not recommended to use water massage in the following cases:
- high body temperature;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- pregnancy (you can not direct the stream into the abdominal cavity);
- skin diseases, burns;
- thyroid disease (avoid massage of the neck area);
- deposition of salts and kidney stones;
- painful periods.
How to apply
The principle of the soul of Alekseev is quite simple. After assembling all parts and attaching the housing to the hose, it is enough to turn on the shower and start treating problem areas with jets of water. However, in order to see the beneficial effect, some rules should be followed during the massage. Technical recommendations for using the shower are given in the table.
Table - Features of a water massage by Alekseev shower
| Options | Value | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 40-20 ° C | - The effect gives a contrast shower, so it is recommended to gradually lower the temperature during the procedure |
| Water pressure | Three to four atmospheres | - The pressure is manually adjusted depending on personal perception; - the stream should be palpable, but not cause pain; - massage begins with a little pressure; - Finish water procedures best with a relaxing fan massage |
| Distance to exposure area | 30-70 cm | - The nozzle lowers and rises for a smooth massage; - the farther the jet of water from the skin, the more painful the sensations |
| Procedure time | 15 minutes | - Frequent use is allowed: you can do a massage with Alexeyev’s shower daily for 10-15 days with a break of one to two weeks; - the time of one procedure depends on the size of the site of exposure |
To achieve the best effect and variety of massage, it is recommended to use additional nozzles for Alexeyev’s shower:
- with one hole for underwater massage;
- on four holes for face hydromassage;
- seven holes for shock wave therapy;
- on seven holes for cleaning the face (“ironing”);
- 17 holes for lymphatic drainage ("strip").
General massage
The use of Alexeyev’s shower at home helps to relieve pain and tension in muscles and joints. Water massage is especially recommended for people with sedentary or hard work. Powerful jets of water will tone the muscles, relieve fatigue. Detailed massage instructions for different parts of the body are given in the table.
Table - How to massage with a shower Alekseev
| Body area | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Calfs, knees, feet | - Take a general shower, warm up the muscles under a small pressure of water; - increase the pressure; - process caviar from bottom to top; - jets around the knees; - Massage your feet in a circular, then linear motion from the outside and inside |
| Hips | - Make a preliminary massage under a small pressure in circular motions; - sit in the bath, raise your legs if necessary; - increase the water pressure, massage from the bottom up; - walk in wide circular motions along the inner thighs |
| Buttocks - Warm the area with warm water under slight pressure; - Massage in a circular motion, drawing closer and retracting the watering can; - periodically hold jets of water in one place; - finish the massage when the problem areas are warm enough and turn red |
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| Face and head (hair) | - Do a preliminary massage under slight pressure, directing the shower from the bottom up; - increase pressure, continue linear massage; - direct the jets from above onto the head (you can fix the watering can) and massage for a while, without stopping for a long time in one place; - walk along the forehead line, directing the watering can from above |
| Belly and sides | - Take a shower, warm up the area with a small pressure of water; - increasing the pressure, walk in circular motions at a distance of 50 cm over the body parts; - take the shower to 70-80 cm, continuing to massage the area; - hold the watering can on its sides |
| Chest | - Make the weakest pressure; - point the nozzle from bottom to top so that the jets slightly raise the chest; - take a shower around the breasts; - during lactation, massage under water while lying in the bathroom |
| Back and neck | - Start the massage with the lower back; - lead the jet under pressure from the belt to the left shoulder; - repeat on the right side; - in the neck area, go down the stream |
Against cellulite
One of the causes of cellulite is a metabolic disorder, in particular lipids. An imbalance in metabolism and malnutrition cause hormone failure. A massage shower helps restore fat metabolism, but to completely get rid of cellulite you will need a set of measures: cosmetics, exercise, balanced nutrition. The instruction on how to use Alekseev’s shower for cellulite includes six steps.
- Turn on the shower with little pressure.
- Spray problem areas with water jets to prepare your skin.
- Gradually increase the water pressure while lowering the temperature.
- Take a circular motion on the "orange peel", giving each site a few minutes.
- At the end of the procedure, reduce the pressure, carry out a fan massage, smoothly walking through the treated places.
- Dry yourself, use a cream against cellulite.
Weaknesses and criticism
Despite the pleasant effect and improved well-being of patients, the shower gives some side effects in the form of redness of the skin, pain. In addition, some users are not satisfied with a number of features of the watering can. Criticism most often refers to five aspects.
- Ugly appearance. Unfortunately, plastic, even in pleasant colors, does not go well with bright tiles and a metal faucet. Many users do not like the look of a watering can that stands out from the overall interior of the bathroom.
- The duration of the procedure. To achieve a tangible effect, it is necessary to conduct a water procedure for a long time. The nozzle on a large number of holes gives only a relaxing effect, and “narrow” watering cans have to act pointwise, which takes a lot of time when massaging large areas.
- High water consumption. Water massage consumes quite a lot of water, “winds up” the counters, which not all owners will like. It is unlikely to reduce water consumption: the procedure is carried out for a long time, under great pressure.
- A lot of spray. For the massage, it is necessary to use blackout curtains, otherwise you can flood the neighbors. Due to the high pressure of the water supply, the jets are sprayed in all directions when in contact with the surface.This causes some inconvenience. After the procedure, you have to wipe the entire bathroom dry. Therefore, the ideal option is to use the nozzle in the shower.
- High price. Almost all users who praise and criticize Alekseev’s soul complain for too high a price. A shower head giving a massage effect costs 3,000-4,000 rubles (data for October 2017). Not everyone is ready to part with such an amount for the sake of a plastic nozzle.
Simple instructions for using Alexeyev’s shower are available for everyday use in a home bath. The procedure will help keep the body in good shape, get rid of emotional stress, and relieve joint pain. The nozzle is unlikely to cure chronic diseases, but will become a pleasant massager for the whole family. In this regard, the forums are dominated by positive reviews about the soul of Alekseev. The official site is worth a visit in any case, for more detailed information.
Application Reviews
I have a soul of Alekseev. Of course, laziness is massaged. Constantly there is a nozzle for 19 holes. Now I can’t wash under another - it seems that the water is barely flowing, it is not washing my head.
A guest, http://www.woman.ru/beauty/body/thread/3894703/
I have it, but something was wrong with it, it was spilling at the very hose, and whatever adapters we installed, water still runs out of there. And the shower itself is super-duper, albeit a really ugly one. The pressure is awesome, at first it hurts unusually, it hurts when it hits the chest, I can’t water it on my face at all, but I love it. But then you get used to it. I did not notice a super effect, but it’s cool anyway, the code is tightened, and very invigorating.
Musya, http://www.woman.ru/beauty/body/thread/3894703/
I use, but also irregularly. From the positive - it very easily removes a headache, it used to save nothing at all, now it’s a couple of times in the shower and - everything is fine.
I really like to massage the gums, the problems with them also disappeared somewhere. Weight closer to optimal. Dandruff and hair problems are gone. Very happy, gave my mother - she also likes.A_lya, https://rostovmama.ru/forum/index.php?topic=37355.0
To be honest, I do not believe that you can lose weight without doing anything. Therefore, I just do not hope for its properties - I have a coffee scrub and a sauna and a contrast shower and physical exercises. And the fact that the skin is tightened and smoothed is for sure. Z.Y. My mother lost 12 kg. She does not do physical exercises, eats in the evenings. Maybe this is a merit of the soul, or maybe not.
Theamo https://forum.materinstvo.ru/lofiversion/index.php/t43747.html
The shower is excellent, I’m now in the bath, as for a holiday. The 61 hole was not impressive, I will use it as a replacement for 19 on rest days. and after the massage you really do so relax, you feel light in the body, you go to bed like a cloud)) and you fall asleep easily, and sleep better. the skin is in good shape, tightens noticeably after 2 times. in general, I'm sooo happy so far
Marie.G, http://38mama.ru/forum/index.php?topic=65044.0
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