Feldenkrais
This therapy, which derives its name from its creator Moshe Feldenkrais, promotes a greater awareness of our bodies. Through observation and the use of excises you become aware of unconscious habitual movements and faults can be corrected that leads to sparing the body and regaining the healthy gait. It aids mobility and flexibility and treats conditions such as sport injuries. It is also useful against chronic pain, abdominal complaints and rheumatic illnesses.
Figure shaping massage
A hard massage to adipose areas with products to combat cellulite will have a slimming effect. It will firm the skin when the massage is applied to flabby areas, activating the surface circulation.
Finnish sauna
A sauna heated to high temperature (80-120 °C) while the humidity is around 10%. Toxic materials are excreted from the body though perspiration. After leaving the sauna merge into cold water or cool down in open air. It will perk up circulation and strengthen the immune system. Not recommended in case of heart problems.
Fitotherapy
Herbal therapy. It is one of the most ancient ways of relieving pain and diseases. Using herbal infusions, heads, ointments or oils as a course can result in permanent amelioration.
Fluoride
Important in the development of teeth and bones. When there is not enough fluoride intake in the body, this can cause cavities to develop easier in the teeth. For expectant mothers and mothers with newborns, it is especially important to provide babies with the needed fluoride. Too much fluoride, however, is unhealthy. A sign of its abnormal quantities is spotted enamel. In Hungary, enrichment of drinking-water with fluoride is reasonable. Can be found in the flesh of seafish.
Fluorine / sulphur pack
Fluorine is an important component of cartilages and sinews so it is essential to reinstate it in case of abrasion. It is applied as a moist pack but can be used at home in form of ointments. By intaking sulphur the symptoms of arthritis can be eased.
Fluorine-iontoforesis
A dental treatment for reinstating fluorine in teeth and attenuate the sensitivity by intaking fluorine-ions.
Fog cabin
Inhalation cabin where herbal tisane or medical solution is inhaled for curing bronchitis.
Foot reflexology, foot massage
Reflexology is based on the idea that applying pressure to certain regions of the feet and hands can relieve ailments throughout the body. Mostly points on the feet are sensitive to indicate organ disorders when pressing them. Reflex zone massage is about to simulate the body’s self curing skills but also has a relaxing and refreshing effect.
Frigidarium
After using the hot rooms you would go into a colder room called frigidarium. The main function of the frigidarium is to close the pores after you where sweating in the hot rooms like the Tepidarium or the Calidarium. As a result of cold heart starts beating faster, the circulation perks up and the whole body is refreshed.
Facial
A deep cleansing treatment of the face; often includes massaging, toning, steaming, exfoliating and moisturizing.
Fascia
A fibrous connective tissue that surrounds and protects muscles and organs in the body.
Facial Rejuvenation
Uses gentle, reflexology-type massage to relax facial muscles and freshen up your appearance. May temporarily reduce tension-induced wrinkles.
Facultative Skin Color
Skin color enhanced by the sun.
Fango Mud
Mineral-rich Italian grey mud used to detoxify and re-mineralize.
Fango Therapy
Treatment using different types of mineral-rich mud to exfoliate the skin and remove toxins from the body through pores.
Fatty Acid
An acid made from the saturated portions of open chains of hydrocarbons.
Fibroblast
A cell that makes connective tissue, such as collagen.
Finish Sauna
A dry heat chamber designed to open pores to release toxins wherein water is poured over hot rocks, combined with aromatherapy - usually pine - and a cold treatment, such as rolling in the snow, to close pores and increase circulation. Not recommended for patients with high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Fitzpatrick Scale
A scale developed in 1975 by Harvard Medical School dermatologist, Thomas Fitzpatrick; classifies a person's complexion and their tolerance of sunlight; used by many practitioners to determine how someone will respond or react to facial treatments
Flotation Tank
A relaxation and stress reduction treatment using a tank filled with enough salt water so a person can float effortlessly; often times, light and music therapies are used to enhance the process.
Food and Drug Administration
The national regulatory system that is responsible for the safety and purity of food, drugs and cosmetics.
Free Fatty Acid
Inflammatory byproduct formed within the follicle when bacteria digest sebum.
Free Fatty Acids
Irritating byproduct formed by the breakdown of triclycerides.
Free Radical
Any molecule or atom that has at least one unpaired electron, and can exist independently.
Fulling
A massage movement wherein the patient’s limbs are rolled back and forth between the therapist’s hands.