Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is the therapeutic use of water, either internally or externally, for healing and rehabilitation treatments. There are many ways to use water for healing, including steam baths, hot and cold soaks, poultices, wraps, compresses and full and partial immersions, to name just a few. It works by using the effects of turbulence, buoyancy and warmth to reduce the levels of pain and discomfort.

Many types of conditions benefit from hydrotherapy, including:

• post-surgical patients
• sport & work related injuries
• arthritic conditions
• neck & back pain

Providing such benefits as:

• increasing the circulation throughout the body
• softening connective tissue and decreasing joint pain
• developing better musculoskeletal co-ordination
• relief from muscle pain, spasms and cramps
• calming the nervous system
• promoting relaxation, rest and recovery