Hydrotherapy, Europe’s traditional “Spa Kur” approach, has now become a popular wellness treatment in the United States. Hydrotherapy uses water to restore, maintain, and regulate health. Adjusting water temperature and pressure allows for the stimulation of blood circulation.
Throughout history, people around the world have been relying on this type of treatment for health purposes, including the Roman bathhouses and hot springs. Hydrotherapy is good for sports injuries, releasing tension, relaxing muscles, nourishing the skin, and retaining water by increasing circulation and stimulating the lymphatic system to better eliminate toxins.
How it Works
After disrobing, the client lies in a specially-designed hydrotherapy tub. Warm water is pushed through jets aimed at acupressure points in the body. Then, the therapist uses an underwater massage wand to work on specific areas of the body much more gently than with a regular massage. Seaweed, plant essences, or thermal crystals are added to the tub for specific treatments. The added benefit is that the skin appears much smoother, tighter, and toned. Clients can utilize hydrotherapy after an intense exercise session or after straining a muscle or tendon.
Sitz Baths
These treatments relieve stiffness, soreness, and pain. When done in a series, sitz bath treatments also affect the appearance of the skin by toning, tightening, and increasing muscle tone. These highly-localized baths, alternating between hot and cold water, have a variety of healing powers. They are taken in a sitting position with only enough water to cover the pelvis.
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