Leech therapy sounds thoroughly medieval — however, it predates the medieval era by a substantial chunk of time. 🐛 🐌

Ancient Egyptians, Indians, Arabs, and Greeks all used leeches therapeutically.

Skin diseases, dental problems, nervous system issues, inflammation, and more were all given the leech treatment.

Leech therapy — which is also referred to as hirudotherapy — is still used today by many medical professionals. The leech enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in the 1970s and has been used with some successTrusted Source following finger reattachment procedures and surgeries on the soft tissues of the face. It is also sometimes used after microsurgeries, such as plastic or reconstructive surgeryTrusted Source.

Leeches help to improve blood flow to regions where it has slowed or stopped, thus preventing tissue death.

Would you give it a try? 😉🐌

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