Balneotherapy or the healing use of water is a safe and time-tested treatment that is considered as a refreshing way of hostility with stress in the form of bathing. It is practiced as a spa treatment, where mineral water is used for relaxation as well as for treating various ailments. It comprises the use of cold water, hot water, and massage for stimulation or relaxation by moving through water.The word "balneotherapy" is derived from the Latin word, balneum, which means "bath". This is used since ages for the cure of various ailments and also for relaxation or stimulation.
The process involves particular types of water and fluids, which are rich in salts, minerals and other organic compounds.People believe that it has several healing properties and various centers provide different types of spring baths at various exotic places. This includes sulphur springs, concentrated salty water, found at the Dead Sea. Hot springs, which are high in Radon, are also said to have particular healing properties. Mineral waters are rich in particular substance like, minerals and salts, which can be absorbed through the skin. These are natural solutions that are formed under specific geological conditions and they are biologically pure with therapeutic potential.The concept of this healing therapy is based on the great healing properties of water. Its principle believes that the water has great healing properties and then it can be used as a medium to treat various ailments as well as relax the body and mind. A warm water bath helps in the absorption of vital minerals into the body and relaxes the tensed muscles, tissues. Additionally, it also stimulates the entire body and mind system.
Benefits of Balneotherapy
