Physiotherapy in inflammatory processes: manual techniques enhanced with specific topical products

Inflammatory processes — caused by muscle injuries, sprains, tendinitis, or contractures — are one of the main reasons for physiotherapy consultations. If not properly treated, they can become chronic and limit the patient’s functionality.

Physiotherapy plays a fundamental role, as through the application of specific manual techniques and professional products, it helps speed up recovery, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.

In this article, we explain how to effectively combine them and introduce some of the highlighted products from OXD Professional Care, available at Telic Group.

Inflammation: a physiological response that needs control

Inflammation is a natural reaction of the body to an injury (trauma, overload, infection…) whose symptoms may include pain, redness, heat, swelling, and/or loss of function.

Inflammation starts the repair process, but if prolonged or too intense, it can worsen the damage. Therefore, it is essential to effectively regulate inflammation from the beginning of physiotherapeutic treatment.

The value of physiotherapy in inflammation control

Professional physiotherapy offers therapeutic resources especially effective in treating inflammation, including:

• Manual therapies: (massage therapy, drainage, mobilizations) to improve circulation and stimulate the lymphatic system.
• Electrotherapy and thermotherapy: (currents, ultrasounds, cryotherapy) to reduce edema and pain depending on the phase.
• Therapeutic exercise: dosed and guided movement is key to restoring function.

Additionally, there is an often overlooked aspect: the use of specific products to enhance the effect of manual techniques, which improves treatment efficacy and provides additional benefits.

Professional products from Telic for inflammatory processes

The application of professional creams, gels, or ointments not only facilitates the physiotherapist’s work by improving glide but also incorporates active ingredients with anti-inflammatory, soothing, decongestant, or regenerative action. These products act directly on the affected area, are quickly absorbed, and contribute to patient well-being thanks to their texture and scent.

At Telic Group, we offer a wide range of professional massage and sports massage products with formulas specifically designed for treating inflammatory processes. All of them belong to OXD Professional Care, a reference brand known for its efficacy, safety, and dermatological testing.

Below, we present some of the most outstanding products:

1. Arnica + Harpagophytum Recovery Gel OXD

It is an effective and complete solution for treating inflammatory processes, combining two key ingredients in physiotherapy:

• Arnica: anti-inflammatory and analgesic action, ideal for bruises, contractures, and overloads.
• Harpagophytum (devil’s claw): a natural soother, very effective for joint and muscle pain.

Its texture facilitates prolonged professional massage, and its formula, suitable for all skin types, is ideal for application after intense efforts, as well as for treating acute muscle injuries, bruises, low back pain, and tendinopathies.

2. Arnica Massage Oil OXD

It is the perfect choice for professionals seeking results. Developed with physiotherapists and massage therapists’ needs in mind, this oil combines a superior texture with the powerful anti-inflammatory benefits of arnica.

It has a formula enriched with arnica extract that offers anti-inflammatory and soothing action, making it the ideal ally to treat sore, tense, or overloaded areas, providing quick and effective relief.

3. Intense Cold Gel OXD

The Intense Cold Gel OXD is ideal for muscle recovery after intense physical activity or to relieve localized inflamed areas, providing a deep and long-lasting cooling effect.

Its non-greasy texture allows for quick absorption without residue, facilitating its application during sessions with multiple patients, offering an immediate refreshing, toning, and recovery effect.

Tips for correctly applying products in inflammatory processes

To achieve the best results, it is important to apply these products properly, respecting the phases of the inflammatory process and adapting the manual technique to each situation:

• Acute phase (0-72 h): avoid deep massages and use cold and soothing gels to help relieve pain and edema.
• Subacute phase (3-7 days): gentle massage and arnica creams; adjust pressure according to the patient.
• Recovery: perform active massages with regenerative products and add therapeutic exercise.

In conclusion, physiotherapy is the most effective tool for treating inflammatory processes, especially when accompanied by professional products like those developed by OXD, which can multiply the efficacy of any treatment, guaranteeing safety, effectiveness, and compatibility with manual techniques.