Bath therapy is renowned for its various remedial and curative effects. It is one of the best alternative modes of treatment, and a very useful measure for maintaining health and in prevention of various diseases. It is called a life-giving source and is considered a vital means of cleansing, treating, and preventing wide variety of ailments.The effect of its treatment depends on the condition of the individuals and the temperature of the water. It is beneficial in several ways as it helps in improving circulation, digestion and many other body processes. Additionally, it also helps in relaxation of the body muscles and detoxification of the body.There are various types of water therapies administrated at spas, holistic and Ayurvedic centers as well as in several health clinics in the different parts of the world. Sports therapy clinics use hydrotherapy baths in order to help patients to recover from muscles and joint injuries.
Types of water therapies
There are various types of water therapies and some of them are as follows:
Spinal bath
This form of bath specially designed to provide relief to the back as well as to the neck. This bath treatment is performed in a special type of tub where the patient is placed to provide support to the back and head. The temperature of the water depends on the condition of the patient.
Cold compress
To perform this type of bath treatment, a cloth is immersed in cold water or ice, which helps in reliving inflammation of the local area and the internal organs. Apart from this, it helps in relieving pain and swelling due to injury and inflammation. This cold cloth can be applied on the eyes in order to relive eyestrain.
Full wet bath
In this type of bath treatment, whole body is wrapped in a full wet sheet and then in the dry sheet. This helps to regain the moisture and removes the joint or muscle pain.
Steam bath
This type of bath is usually administrated at various spa centers. In this, the patient is exposed directly to the steam and is allowed to sweat profusely.
Foot bath
In this treatment, feet or legs are immersed in a salt water in a tub. It involves both hot as well as cold footbaths.
