Radon balneotherapy - new aspects

Journal/Book: Physikalische Medizin Rehabilitationsmedizin Kurortmedizin. 1992; 2/3: 100-103.

Abstract: Radon is a radioactive rare gas which emits alpha rays. In particular high concentrations as they occur in uranium and various other mines, Radon increases in Proportion to the exposition the risk of lung cancer development.In the range of very low doses, however, like those used for therapeutical purposes the situation is quite different. Biopositive effects result from the stimulation of cellular activity and from the fact that regulatory mechanisms are put into operation.

Keyword(s): Radon

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