Simply
put, hydrotherapy is the therapeutic use of warm water - a
proven, natural remedy. Whether it's to unwind from the complexities
of everyday life or to rejuvenate sore muscles and joints
caused by sports or arthritis pain, hydrotherapy can help
you feel better - naturally.
How
Does Hydrotherapy Work?
There
are three factors at work in a spa: heat, buoyancy and massage.
Together, they create an experience that is both relaxing
and healing. Immersion in hot water raises the body temperature
and causes the blood vessels to dilate, resulting in increased
circulation. The buoyancy of the water reduces body weight
by approximately 90%, relieving pressure on joints and muscles
and creating the relaxing sensation of weightlessness.
The
massaging action of a spa is created by sending a mixture
of warm water and air through jet nozzles. This energized
stream of water relaxes tight muscles and stimulates the release
of endorphins, the body's natural pain killer.
Who
Needs Hydrotherapy?
In
a word, everyone. Soaking in the hot, swirling water of a
spa leaves you feeling both mentally and physically relaxed.
Ever have trouble getting to sleep? Fifteen minutes in a spa
before bedtime can make it easier to drift into a deep, restful
sleep. |
