Dynamics of metabolic parameters in the patients presenting with arterial hypertension under the influence of general air-cryothermal factors

The authors present the results of a clinical study aimed to estimate the influence of general air- cryothermal factors (with the temperature of the cooling medium in the range from -60 oC to -110 oC) on the functional status and dynamics of metabolic parameters in the patients presenting with mild arterial hypertension (AH). The study has demonstrated that the use of cryotherapy for the treatment of patients with AH accelerates the reduction of subjective clinical symptoms of the disease and optimizes the regulation of the function of the cardiovascular system. A course of general air-cryotherapy induces long-term adaptive shifts resulting in the improved regulation of vegetative functions and metabolic processes; moreover, it augments functional reserves of the organism, enhances non-specific resistance, improves mental and physical health of the patients. The inclusion of general air-cryotherapy in the combined treatment is in the first place indicated to the patients presenting with stage I-II AH and preserved functional potential because it causes marked mobilization of their physiological functions. It is recommended that general air-cryotherapy as described in the present publication should be carried out in conjunction with basic medicamental therapy under thorough control of the patient's clinical condition.

arterial hypertension, general air-cryotherapy, body reserves, lipid metabolism, adaptation