Terme di Comano (Italy): treatment of dermatological diseases

Abstract

The low-mineral water of Comano, which flows at 27°C, is absolutely unique and mainly contains calcium and magnesium bicarbonate. Known in Italy and Europe, it has notable soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. It is particularly useful in the treatment of dermatological pathologies such as dermatitis and psoriasis. The spa center includes a specialist “Comano Med” clinic, a park covering 14 hectares, which offers impressive biodiversity, a 4-star superior hotel, and an excellent dermocosmetic line based on the unique properties of water. Purpose: to present data on the effectiveness of balneotherapy treatment with thermal water. Materials and methods Thermal water, naturally enriched with the precious MEZORHIZOBIUM COMANENSE microbiota, acts as a natural remedy and source of well-being, offering anti-inflammatory, soothing, regenerating and immunoregulatory properties. Therapeutic expertise and scientific research have been supported for several decades by the G.B. Institute. Mattei in collaboration with the CIBIO department of the University of Trento and other renowned universities.Hundreds of microorganisms were found by analyzing the thermal water of Comano, most of which are still unknown to science. In February 2024 I defended my thesis at the University of Pavia, in Hydrology and Thermal Medicine with the theme: “The efficacy of crenotherapy (Terme di Comano) in the treatment and prevention of cystitis in perimenopausal women”. The treatment includes 6-12 days of crenotherapy treatment, 6-12 thermal baths, and/or 6-12 irrigations. Ex tempore urinalysis and vaginal pH (pre- and post-spa treatment) were performed Results The maximum effectiveness in the treatment and prevention of cystitis has been confirmed in the case of the combination of all 3 components (crenotherapy, vaginal irrigations and thermal baths), which we recommend to women at this time of life. It has been shown to improve the values of: urine pH, reduction of leukocytes and erythrocytes, creatine, improvement of vaginal pH after treatment, (6.5-4.5) because the thermal water promotes the restoration of the normal functions of the vaginal mucosa and skin and rebalances the vaginal bacterial flora. Discussions Pathologies that can be successfully treated at Terme di Comano: 12-24 baths, partially paid for by the National Health System: psoriasis in adults (if indicated, in combination with UVB phototherapy), as well as in adolescents and children; dermatitis (atopic in children, adolescents and adults); eczema; acne and seborrheic dermatitis, ichthyosis, nodular prurigo; thermal treatments for patients with previous burns of 2°-3-4° degree (12 hydromassage sessions); bronchitis, COPD; post-COVID (Long-Covid) complications of pulmonary ventilation; rhinosinusitis, frontitis, post-surgical ENT treatment; various complexes for women, including perimenopause + detox in diets; treatment of initial microlithiasis; cystitis in women; vaginitis, preparation for in vitro fertilization; topical treatment in perimenopause for dryness/atrophy of the vaginal mucosa; post-vaginal scarring complic Conclusions Numerous studies have been carried out, including the master’s research, confirming that the Comano mineral springs are effective in calming and anti-inflammation for psoriasis and dermatitis without traditional treatment methods, including pharmacological treatment.