Lithotherapy is a useful addition to traditional medicine

What is lithotherapy

The term “lithotherapy” is of ancient Greek origin (from λίθος - stone and θεραπεία - treatment). Russian-language synonym-translation is stone therapy.

Lithotherapy is a teaching from the arsenal of alternative (for Western civilization) medicine. It means treatment involving minerals, crystals, stones of different origins and values, products and accessories made from them.

Lithotherapy is based on the correspondence of vibrations and radiation of a mineral and a specific human organ. This gives a healing effect on the physical and mental plane.

Official science considers lithotherapy quackery.

Principles

Lithotherapy works using colors and vibrational waves emitted by crystals. Color energy greatly influences our physiological functions. The stones act by contacting the skin and transmitting their properties through enzymatic reactions. They distribute infinitesimal doses of minerals, copper, lithium and silicon. (Similar to the principle of homeopathy). Lithotherapy also works with piezoelectricity: a quartz necklace creates a frequency electric field around the neck, which regulates the functioning of nerves, relieving stress and inflammatory formations.

It is believed that the crystal itself will not magically heal a patient simply because you bought the most beautiful or most expensive specimen. What matters is the intent and skill with which it is used. Variations in intention have different effects on crystals and their ability to transmit beneficial energy. Although some crystals work immediately, many require purification through processing and mining before they can be used in lithotherapy.

There is also a huge difference between a mineral or crystal simply placed somewhere and one whose energy is consciously directed. It is very important to learn to trust yourself and recognize your intuition when working with crystals and minerals. Simply following book knowledge will help to some extent, but if you don't listen to your intuition, you will miss out on huge opportunities for healing and growth.

Crystals and minerals enhance a person's already inherent healing potential, helping us once again tap into and explore our highest abilities. Different types of minerals and crystals have different frequencies and shed light on different areas of our being. Therefore, it is useful to know the properties of the crystal you are using to help, rather than hinder, progress. When approaching a specific mineral, searching for its properties will help you see what you need to work on and what you are currently being helped with.

How did stone therapy appear?

The art of healing with minerals dates back to the Paleolithic era (10th millennium BC). After nine millennia, lithotherapy moved from the territory of the Ancient World to the Middle East, then conquered Asia. Shamans, sorcerers, and magicians experimented and calculated the effect of crystals on humans.

The 12 minerals on the breastplate of the high priest of Judah were obviously more than just decoration.

However, the teaching did not develop in Western civilization. The reason was the progress of science, plus the Inquisition in Europe and the negative attitude of the Orthodox Church in Russia, which saw an echo of paganism in the magic of stones.

In the East, lithotherapy flourished: treatises were written on the healing properties of stones and minerals, and works on general mineralogy. This was not a dry theory: the information was supported by “instructions” for the selection and use of a specific pebble.

The interaction of the biofield of the human body with the energy of minerals was put at the forefront.

Mechanism of action in lithotherapy

The influence of stones on the human body is undeniable for many. But what is it based on, what is the mechanism of action?

There are two points of view regarding lithotherapy:

• In the East they are sure: the power of minerals restores the energy balance of the body. A person gains inner harmony, and through it, physical health.
• Doctors in the Western world associate the healing effect of lithotherapy with the influence of exclusively physical parameters. In stone therapy, for example, this is temperature. Hot stones dilate blood vessels, which leads to relaxation of the muscular and nervous system. Cooled minerals redirect blood to the desired area, at the same time enriching the body with oxygen and eliminating waste and toxins.

In Western psychology, the results of lithotherapy are attributed to the patient’s self-hypnosis.

Stone therapy in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system

Stones are the most ancient inhabitants of our planet. Many ancient beliefs and teachings (Indian, Chinese, Tibetan) claim that they have their own “soul”, are able to accumulate the energy of the sun and earth, and, when used correctly, share their energy for the benefit of human health. At the same time, the healing effect on the body is not only on the physical level, but also affects the human biofield, regulates the psychological state, mental balance.

The essence of the method

Stones for the stone therapy procedure are selected according to special criteria. It should be a smooth, flat, rounded rock pebble. Black hot stones are usually of volcanic origin (basalt), they retain heat well and slowly release it to the body. White cold stones are marble that can quickly cool the necessary areas. Elements with a slightly rough surface can also be used, but they must be rounded in shape.

As a rule, a certain number of warm and cold stones are used in the procedure, placing them alternately or sequentially. The recommended temperature of the heating elements is on average in the range of 43-55С, but not lower than 10С from the patient’s body temperature. The temperature of the cooled stones is selected for each person individually (depending on the threshold of sensitivity and general health) on average from 25С (room temperature) to 0С.

During the session, the patient should not experience any unpleasant sensations, much less painful ones. Another advantage of stone therapy is that the procedure can always be adjusted and adapted depending on a person’s mood, psychological state and age, time of day or year, as well as indications for treatment of the back and spine.

Some manual therapy (stone) doctors use semi-precious stones, for example, jadeite or shungite, during massage.

Jadeite or jade (emperor stone) is a green mineral made from alkaline pyroxenes, used to treat many diseases, has a beneficial effect on the energy flows of the body, opens the chakras, cleanses and pumps energy impulses along the meridians of the body.

Shungite is a black or dark gray mineral consisting of a rather unusual crystal lattice of carbon compounds. The most ancient stone of our planet. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiseptic, immunostimulating qualities, cleanses the human biofield, eliminates tension, restores and fills the membrane, redistributes energy flows.

Some procedures or exercises can be performed at home. Smooth polished warm pebbles brought from the southern seas or cold “Nordic” stones are quite suitable for this. You can heat the elements in the sun or a water bath, and cool them in the refrigerator. You can place stones on your back, head, massage your palms or feet, or ears. In this case, you should listen carefully to your feelings. If anything causes discomfort, the procedure should be stopped immediately.

Preparation and implementation of stone therapy

A manual therapy session does not require any special preparation. On this day, the patient will need to wear loose and comfortable clothing that can be removed comfortably and quickly. When it comes to food, give preference to plant foods, herbal teas and clean water.

The stone therapy room is warm, usually with dim lighting (lit candles), relaxing music is turned on, and an aromatic lamp or stick is lit at the client’s request. The atmosphere promotes complete relaxation and calm.

Before the massage, the stones and all necessary instruments are disinfected, heated on specialized burners and cooled in a refrigerator or icebox. An aromatic oil or massage cream is applied to the patient's skin and lightly rubbed to prepare the epithelial tissue for the procedure. Then pebbles are placed along the spine; small pebbles can be placed on the ears, temples, between the fingers and toes, on the lower back (in areas of biologically active and energy points).

The patient should report the occurrence of any unpleasant or painful sensations to the specialist immediately! After the procedure, it is recommended to rest a little and lie down in a relaxed state, drink a cup of green tea or herbal infusion to enhance the effect of the massage.

The duration of the session usually varies from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, the frequency in the acute phase is every other day, then you can switch to once a week. The number of procedures is determined by the attending physician (from 5 to 15 sessions). Further stone treatment for urban residents is recommended to be carried out at least once a month.

Thus, the stone procedure is a combination of reflexology and relaxation therapy, where the physical impact of stones with contrasting temperatures and light massage movements take place in parallel with aromatherapy, meditation music and a relaxing environment.

Indications for treatment with stones

Hot stones in therapeutic procedures play the role of neuropsychological relaxation. They help eliminate muscle spasms, improve blood circulation and lymph flow in heated areas, activate the nutrition of soft tissues and the penetration of medicinal drugs under the dermis.

Cool elements have an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, relieve swelling and hematomas, and the temperature contrast enhances the thermal effect of warm stones.

Stone therapy in combination with conservative treatment of the spine shows faster and more stable results in the recovery of patients.

Stone therapy is used for:

• relieving chronic fatigue and overstrain, both physical and psychological;
• elimination of depression, stress, apathy, insomnia, psychological disorders;
• treatment of headaches;
• treatment of hypotension and hypertension, but only after consultation with the attending physician;
• increasing immunity, treating colds and metabolic disorders;
• treatment of postural disorders, muscle atrophy or hypertrophy;
• relieving muscle pain, pain in joints and ligaments;
• improving the tone of epithelial tissues, removing toxins and eliminating fatty deposits;
• increasing appetite and treating gastrointestinal problems.

Contraindications for stone therapy

Like all manual therapy treatment methods, stone procedures have their contraindications:

• elevated body temperature, colds or viral (flu, acute respiratory viral infections) diseases in acute form;
• skin diseases (allergies, dermatitis, fungi, psoriasis, etc.);
• damage to epithelial tissues (wounds, scratches, large fresh hematomas, etc.);
• It is not recommended to expose large birthmarks, strongly protruding moles, papillomas, warts, etc. to thermal effects.
• chronic diseases in acute and subacute forms;
• pregnancy;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system, poor blood clotting and a predisposition to bleeding;
• diabetes;
• cancer tumors or metastases;
• treatment of spinal hernias, stenosis, spondylosis or acute vertebral instability, etc.

Author: K.M.N., Academician of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences M.A. Bobyr

Classification of healing stones

Practicing lithotherapists divide different types of crystals according to the strength of their energy. And it is determined by the conditions of mineral formation: volcanic eruption, seabed, sedimentary processes.

On this basis, a mineralogical-energy scale has been developed:

• Energetically strong minerals - diamond, alexandrite, emerald, ruby, sapphire. This elite five is complemented by aquamarine, amethyst, garnet, selenite, tourmaline, and chrysolite.
• Average energy level in agates, malachite, rhodochrosite, rose quartz, carnelian, chalcedony.
• Opals and obsidian are endowed with soft energy.

Due to the peculiarities of energy, minerals of organic origin are collected in a separate cluster: amber, corals, pearls, jet, shungite.

Tartar removal – cost of the procedure

The cost of cleaning teeth from hard plaque is significantly influenced by the price range of the dental clinic. Modern equipment and the professionalism of a qualified doctor, but you pay for a safe procedure with high-quality products. Also, the final cost depends on the severity of the work and its volume.

It happens that it is not possible to limit oneself to classic cleansing and it is necessary to treat inflammatory processes on the gums, clean the space between the gum and the tooth root, etc.

To clean your teeth from hardened plaque you need to have at least $40. Your doctor will tell you the final cost during your consultation.

Remember that for such a nominal fee you will receive a perfect smile and clean teeth that will delight you with your health.

Officially recognized healing minerals

Rejecting lithotherapy as quackery, official medicine still recognized the healing effects of some natural minerals on the body. We are talking about salt and zeolites.

Salt

A native product for most, rock salt is endowed with medicinal properties:

• it is a natural antiseptic and preservative; gargle with saline solution, wash out the sinuses in case of acute respiratory infections or acute respiratory viral infections;
• a bag of hot salt is placed on the sore spot;
• baths based on a strong salt solution strengthen nails, removing fungus;
• salt bath – relaxant, skin tonic, sedative;
• salt is an ingredient in peelings and scrubs.

Speleotherapy has become an independent branch of lithotherapy. The method is based on inhaling the air of caves formed in natural salt layers. It is saturated with iodine and particles of other elements, but devoid of microbes. Being in such spaces is a salvation for asthmatics or people prone to respiratory diseases.

Zeolites

A class of minerals capable of releasing or absorbing water and other substances.

Used for only three decades, especially appreciated after the Chernobyl accident:

• removes radionuclides (cesium and strontium) from the body;
• absorbs heavy metals and toxic compounds, removing them through the intestines;
• It is being studied as a “killer” of oncology.

Crushed zeolites form the basis of the drug Litovit.

Methods of using stones in lithotherapy

The stone shares energy with a person in different ways.

Traditional

The following stone treatment methods have been time-tested:

• Amulets, talismans . A pendant, pendant, or other jewelry with a gem provides a shield to mental external negativity (envy, evil eye, curse). Strengthens or neutralizes certain character traits. The strongest are those given or inherited. Newly purchased ones must “get used to” the owner.
• Charged water . The stone is placed in clean water overnight. In the morning on an empty stomach, drink a glass of this water. The strongest “water” mineral is silicon.
• Powder. The crushed mineral is sprinkled on wounds, burns, and cuts.
• Contemplation. Green stones neutralize eye strain and give them rest.

The pebble is also fixed or moved over the problem area and placed on the abrasion. So, cough is treated with shungite.

Stonetherapy

A particularly popular type of lithotherapy: “stone” translated from English as “stone”. This is a two-in-one complex - massage plus warming, an intermediate stage between physiotherapy and spa treatments.

Stone massage

Minerals used are in the form of flat pebbles - black basalts (or jadeites) and white marble. Basalts do not cool down for a long time, so they are used for warming procedures. Marble, cooled with ice water, relieves heat, inflammation, and provides a tonic massage.

Stone therapy is used in the treatment of neurological and emotional problems: constant fatigue, vegetative-vascular dystonia, migraines. Effective for weight loss and cellulite removal.

Depression and insomnia, ailments of the joints and spine are also treated in this way.

Treatment of insomnia with stones

Healing properties of stones and minerals

Each stone is assigned to a specific disease or illness that can be cured. It is worth remembering that lithotherapy is a complex treatment method. In practice, this means that it is focused not so much on eliminating symptoms, but on healing the entire human body.

The selected stone not only improves health, but also has a positive effect on mental state.

Amethyst

Calms. Relieves headaches, including migraines. Helps with insomnia and various addictions. Treats skin diseases. Increases immune defense against infections.

Agate

Treats diseases of the digestive system, stomach ulcers, women's diseases. Has a beneficial effect on the psyche. Useful for:

• Infections;
• Diabetes;
• Anorexia;
• Kidney disorders.

Recommended for pregnant women.

Diamond

Harmonizes mind and body. Affects hormonal balance, rejuvenates and gives energy. Prevents the accumulation of toxic deposits. Reduces fever, accelerates recovery from illness. Enhances the effect of other minerals. In addition, it helps dispel subconscious fears and enhances positive thinking.

Amazonite

With calming properties. Stimulates self-expression and artistic creativity. Adds self-confidence.

Aquamarine

It has a beneficial effect on pneumonia and bronchitis and improves vision.

Turquoise

Useful for diseases of the upper respiratory tract and eye diseases.

Hematite

Accelerates recovery, increases the level of hemoglobin in the blood.

Pearl

Has a rejuvenating effect on the skin. Used for calcium deficiency. Helps cleanse the body of toxins.

Green Jasper

Improves the functioning of the respiratory system and stimulates the heart rate. Supports tissue regeneration and mineral absorption.

Emerald

Regenerates the body, with bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties. Improves mood and memory.

Used for diseases:

• Pancreas;
• Liver;
• Kidney.

Supports treatment of influenza. Has a beneficial effect on diabetics. Eliminates depression and insomnia.

Quartz

Improves concentration. Strengthens the heart and kidneys, calms.

Moon rock

Good for women. Normalizes hormonal disorders. Improves the functioning of the lymphatic system.

Coral

Strengthens bones and muscles. Supports metabolism and tissue regeneration. Cannot be used at high pressure and temperature.

Lapis lazuli

Relieves inflammation.

Malachite

Cleanses the body. Stimulates the ability to concentrate. Strengthens the immune system and stops infections. Has bactericidal properties.

Capable of absorbing radiation from computers, televisions and other modern devices.

Ruby

Suitable for treating blood diseases, stimulating blood circulation and purifying the blood. Improves liver and brain function. Reduces abdominal pain and increases blood pressure. Increases energy and potency.

Sapphire

With cleansing and antidepressant properties. Effective for mental illnesses and neuroses. Relieves symptoms:

• Neurosis;
• Neuralgia.

Used for fever and nosebleeds. Helps with hearing problems. Prevents insomnia. Relieves pain in:

• Ears:
• Throat:
• Head:
• Heart.

Reduces temperature and blood pressure. Helps with skin diseases and asthma. Best worn close to the skin.

Topaz

Used for problems with the liver and digestive system. Strengthens the heart, lungs and throat.

Citron

Provides mental clarity and emotional balance. Restores:

• Will to action;
• Optimism;
• Self confidence;
• Self-discipline.

Reduces feelings of anxiety, fear and depression. Affects the proper functioning of the digestive system. Used for allergies.

Amber

Improves:

• Concentration;
• Memory.

Neutralizes free radicals emitted by:

• X-ray;
• Television;
• Computer

radiation.

Helps with:

• Diseases of the thyroid gland and upper respiratory tract;
• Sore throat;
• Headache;
• Heart failure.

Recommended for people suffering from:

• Rheumatism;
• Toothache;
• Pain in the joints and throat.

Jasper

Improves vision and hearing. Supports treatment:

• Liver;
• Spleen;
• Kidney;
• Hearts.

Of course, there are many more gems. The choice of mineral for therapy depended on the disease. It is better to seek help from a lithotherapy specialist.

What to consider when using lithotherapy

Treatment with stones or minerals is not an extreme type, but it requires compliance with the rules, especially when practicing independently:

1. It is necessary to know an accurate diagnosis in order to select the right mineral.
2. Sensitive people sometimes experience side effects during lithotherapy: dizziness, migraine, gastrointestinal upset, sleep disturbance, and other symptoms.
3. Lithotherapy has contraindications. Stone massage is dangerous for diabetics, pregnant women, and people who are prohibited from thermal procedures.

Lithotherapy with stones is not recommended for hypertensive patients.

1. Treatment requires natural minerals from a region with good ecology, properly processed, without impurities.

It should be borne in mind that healing requires a series of procedures; in particularly difficult cases, lithotherapy will take a long time.

Not all stones are useful

Having decided to work with stones on your own, you need to be aware that under the guise of healing, they often offer specimens that are harmful rather than beneficial or dangerous to health:

• Blue celestine is passed off as rock crystal. The latter contains strontium, which affects the bone marrow and internal organs.
• Green conicalcite containing arsenic is sold under the guise of green garnet. Using its powder is fatal.
• Natural opaque green zircon is radioactive.

These are just some examples, so material for lithotherapy should be purchased from trusted sellers. The online store “Kamnevedy” has a good reputation. His team, according to the information on the website, includes professional lithotherapists, that is, people who have undergone training. All products are guaranteed to be natural and of high quality; there is a section dedicated to lithotherapy.

Tartar – removal

Is it necessary to remove tartar ? The answer is clear - yes!

Minor daily plaque can be easily removed through natural hygiene. The remaining dental deposits can only be removed by a dentist using special pharmacological agents. Since the last stage of hardening occurs over 6 months, you need to make an appointment with a doctor twice every 12 months so that he can monitor the condition of your teeth and gums and, if necessary, remove the stone, protecting your teeth and gums from an insoluble problem.

Remove tartar in the clinic

There are a number of professional methods for cleaning solid deposits - the basis for their choice is the amount of work and the capabilities of the dental clinic.

How to choose a stone for lithotherapy

Tables have been developed for matching stones by name, zodiac sign, date of birth, and other parameters. However, the right mineral will interact with a specific person differently.

Therefore, for lithotherapy it is better to choose a stone, taking into account personal compatibility:

1. You need to carefully consider the proposed options and choose the one you like right away.
2. Tactile comfort. Take the pebble in your hands and hold it for two/three minutes. It is believed that a suitable stone, even a natural one, will heat up in your hands very quickly.
3. Inner voice. It is worth listening to yourself, your personal inner feelings.

If it was not possible to determine compatibility in this way or there are still doubts, you can use the ancient proven method. The pebble is tied to the left hand near the shoulder for the whole day, and they also go to bed with it. If the dream was bad, the stone was thrown away. I didn’t dream of anything - the mineral is “indifferent” to humans. A good dream indicated that this pebble was suitable as a talisman.

The stone for lithotherapy must be intact, without cracks, chips, or scratches.

The stone energy is well felt in jewelry. Loved ones not only decorate, but also heal the owner.