Hirudotherapy
Hirudotherapy, also known as medicinal leech therapy (MLT) or leeching, is a therapeutic method with a long and rich history dating back to ancient Egypt, where it was used as early as 1500 BC. It gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages and was widely used until the early 20th century. Famous doctors and scientists such as Hippocrates and Galen appreciated its value in treating various ailments. Modern medicine has renewed interest in hirudotherapy, especially in the field of microsurgery and the treatments of inflammation.
How it works
Hirudotherapy uses the unique properties of leech saliva, which contribute to their healing effects. The main ingredient is hirudin – a thrombin inhibitor that prevents blood clotting and improves blood flow. Research has confirmed that substances contained in leech saliva, such as kallikreins, eglins and destabilase, have anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant and analgesic effects, as described, among others, in publications in the “Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” and “Biochemistry and Cell Biology”.
Benefits of leeching
Leech therapy offers various health benefits. It is impossible to describe all of them, so below we present the 15 most significant ones:
- reduction of pain and inflammation
- improving circulation and reducing the risk of blood clots
- acceleration of wound healing processes
- relieving the symptoms of varicose veins and hemorrhoids
- improving skin elasticity and its overall appearance
- help in the treatment of arthritis and joint pain
- reduction of migraine symptoms
- alleviating the effects of hypertension
- reduction of lymphedema
- facilitating post-operative healing, especially in microsurgery
- reduction of inflammation in muscles and tendons
- help in the treatment of muscle spasms
- reducing the risk of keloid formation
- improving the functioning of the immune system
- relieving the symptoms of endometriosis
Safety and professional approach
At HirudoNova, all leeches used are bred in controlled conditions, which guarantees their high quality and safety. Thanks to this, treatments with our leeches are an effective and safe support to traditional treatment methods and an excellent way to maintain young, healthy and radiant skin in the case of cosmetic treatments.
Personalized customer service
We understand that each of our business partners has unique needs resulting directly from the nature of their work and the specific problems of their customers. That’s why at HirudoNova we always adjust the age of our leeches to your individual requirements. Our specialists are at your disposal to answer all your questions and support you in making the best leech purchase.