Neural Therapy: A Safe Treatment Method When Performed by the Right Hands Neural therapy is a…
This method involves injections of local anesthetic substances (usually procaine or lidocaine) into specific nerve points, ganglia, segments or interference fields. However, proper knowledge and training are of critical importance for neural therapy to be applied effectively and safely.
The Need for Proper Training and Expertise
- Safety and Effectiveness: Neural therapy is a safe method that carries no risk of harm when applied by physicians who are trained, experienced and competent in this field.
- Avoiding Improper Application: Complications can occur in cases of incorrect injection technique, insufficient anatomical knowledge or an incorrect diagnosis. For this reason, it is essential that the physician administering the treatment has received comprehensive training in this area.
Potential Side Effects of Neural Therapy (Issues That May Arise from Improper Application)
When performed by untrained individuals or under unsuitable conditions, neural therapy can lead to the following problems:
- Risk of Infection: Infection may occur at the injection site if sterility rules are not followed.
- Injection at the Wrong Points: Incorrect identification of the targeted nerve points can cause temporary symptoms (such as muscle weakness or numbness).
- Allergic Reactions: There is a risk of reaction in patients who are allergic to the local anesthetic substances used (e.g. procaine or lidocaine). However, this can generally be prevented with a proper medical history.
- Temporary Side Effects: Mild pain, bruising or swelling may be observed at the injection site.
- Risk of Intravascular Injection: Temporary systemic effects may occur if the local anesthetic is accidentally injected into a blood vessel, although such complications are extremely rare in experienced hands.
The Safety of Neural Therapy When Performed Correctly
- No Harm: Neural therapy is a method that causes no harm when applied correctly.
- A Natural Approach: It aims to support the body's own regulatory capacity, which is why its side effects are considerably lower than those of many other treatment methods.
- Target-Oriented: It aims to resolve not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of the problem.
Conclusion
Neural therapy is a safe, effective and natural treatment method when performed by properly trained and specialized physicians. When applied by unsuitable hands, however, side effects and complications can arise, as with any other medical procedure. For this reason, it is important to have this treatment performed only by a trained physician.
When applied correctly, neural therapy stands out as a treatment method that causes no harm and is instead effective and supportive for many chronic health problems. For more detailed information, you may refer to Hüseyin Nazlikul's book “Nöralterapi Başka bir tedavi mümkün – Destek Yayınları” or “Nöralterapi – Nobel Kitabevleri”.
Dr. Hüseyin Nazlikul
President of IFMANT and BNR