Hydrotherapy
Safe with pregnancy
This is the application of water to stimulate blood flow for therapeutic purposes. It can be in the form of water, ice or steam, and its use can be internal or external. Water regulates temperature and pressure, thereby modifying wellbeing and disease processes alike. Immersion is often combined with exercises to realise the full potential of hydrotherapy
Caution
Beware extremes of temperature; significantly cold or hot water will cause more harm than benefits
Avoid if you have:
An open wound
Incontinence
Chlorine allergy
Poorly controlled epilepsy
Acute vomiting
Significant illness symtoms including heart failure and shortness of breath
Refrain form urinating in public hydrotherapy sites
Therapy for:
General
Acute pain management
Chronic pain management
Improved self confidence
Relaxation
Recovery and recuperation from illness or surgery
Stroke rehabilitation
Mobility
Improved body movement
Allows weightbearing on delicate body structures e.g joint replacements
Improved coordination and body balance
Improve independence
Improved walking ability and technique
Muscles and Joints
Improved function
Muscle healing
Improved muscle strength
Arthritis management
Reduce swelling
Back and neck problems, including ankylosing spondylitis
Organs
Improved circulation
Blood pressure management
Improved heart health
Improved skin defence function
Improved executive function
Improved immunity
Comments
It is as old as mankind
Used by ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman civilisations
The warmth of the water relaxes the muscle and promotes their movement
The buoyancy supports the weight of the muscles and encourages them to move
You don't have to be a swimmer to enjoy the benefits of hydrotherapy
It could be as a full body immersion or as a partial immersion
Techniques include:
Showers
Alternate hot and cold water flow directed unto the back and spine
Baths
Water soaked sheets
Water soaked towels
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