STUDY OF THE FUNCTIONAL-REGULATORY EFFECT OF DIFFERENT PALMING TECHNIQUES

Abstract

Relevance of the research topic. The prevalence of myopia associated with visual system strain necessitates the improvement of existing methods and the search for new effective methods of treatment and prevention for this condition. The active inclusion of physical rehabilitation methods in the complex therapy of myopia requires alignment with the pathogenetic rationale for their intended application. Objective: This study aims to identify the specific functional-regulatory effects of different palming techniques. Methods: The research was conducted using electroencephalography in three different palming variants. Results: Discrepancies were found in brain bioelectropotential indicators, confirming different mechanisms of effect: a relaxing effect in Bates' method and a stimulating effect in Norbekov’s method. Conclusions: 1.Preventive measures for eye strain and the development of myopia should align with the principles of overall physical conditioning for each individual. 2. A logical collaboration between ophthalmologists and physical therapists in the prevention and treatment of myopia forms a basis for defining this direction as opto-physical rehabilitation. 3. In developing protocols involving physical therapy methods for myopia prevention and treatment, it is advisable to evaluate their effectiveness using appropriate objective methods. 4. During palming according to Bates, brain biopotential changes indicate a reduction in α-rhythm and an increase in β1-rhythm, showing an EEG desynchronization type. 5. During neutral-condition palming, an increase in α-rhythm activity indicates an EEG hypersynchronization type. 6. A comparative increase in the brain bioelectropotential indicators for Δ and Ӫ rhythms during Bates' palming suggests reduced brain activity, while brain activity increases in neutral and Norbekov palming conditions. 7. The results of electroencephalographic studies confirm the functional directionality of Bates’ (relaxing type) and Norbekov’s (stimulating type) palming techniques, which should be considered in their application.