What is water therapy?
Water therapy or Hydrotherapy is an alternative way of treatment of several diseases using water. The theory behind it is that water has many properties that give it the ability to heal:
- Water can absorb, store and carry heat and energy.
- Water can dissolve other substances, such as minerals and salts.
- Water is free from side effects.
- Water is found various forms, such as ice, liquid, or steam and we can also change its temperature according to our needs.
- Water can help blood flow.
- Water also has a soothing, calming, and relaxing effect on people, whether in a bath, shower, spray, or compress.
What is water therapy used for?
Water therapy is used to treat many health related problems such as:
- Headaches.
- Acne.
- Depression.
- Back pain.
- Arthritis.
- Cold
- Stomach disorders.
- Insomnia.
- Joints, muscle and nerve problems.
- ADD & ADHD
- Chronic fatigue.
- Chronic pain.
- Aging.
- Colitis.
- Constipation.
- Cholesterol.
- Acute dehydration.
- Edema.
- Food Poisoning.
- Flu
- Heart burn
- Kidney stones.
- Migraines.
- Morning sickness.
- Nausea.
- Night terrors.
- Post partum depression.
- Quitting smoking.
- Seasonal affective disorder.
- Stress.
- Ulcers.
Also, water therapy is used for relaxation and to maintain health. You can also use water therapy to reduce or relieve sudden or long-lasting pain.
Is water therapy safe?
Water therapy is the safest way of treatment, if done properly.
But, it is better to discuss to with your doctor before trying water therapy as different people may respond differently to the length and intensity of treatment.
Some people may have headaches, aches and pains, sleep problems, nausea, chilliness, and faintness.
Always tell your doctor if you are using an alternative therapy or if you are thinking about combining an alternative therapy with your conventional medical treatment.
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