Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is the use of water to effect health promoting change in the body. Water can be used in the form of ice, steam, and hot or cold fluid, and it is applied in order to achieve a change in circulation.
Constitutional Hydrotherapy
Constitutional Hydrotherapy is a treatment offered as part of Naturopathic or holistic care. As one of the oldest forms of medical care, hydrotherapy encourages the health of the circulatory system, as it relates to the internal organs and tissues, as well as increasing the flow of lymphatic fluid to aid in the detoxification of the body. Proper circulation is necessary to relieve pain, optimize metabolic function and repair damaged or infected tissue.
Constitutional Hydrotherapy is a technique that greatly improves recovery time from many acute and chronic illnesses. Examples of conditions that can benefit from hydrotherapy include:
Acute Conditions:
- bronchitis
- acute asthma attacks
- common cold
- influenza
- coughs
- headaches
- sinus infections
- dehydration
Chronic Conditions:
- asthma
- bronchitis
- heart disease
- constipation
- cancer
- migraines
- autoimmune conditions
- arthritis
- chronic fatigue immunodeficiency syndrome (CFIDS)
- HIV disease/AIDS
- multiple sclerosis
- fibromyalgia
- sleep issues
- poor digestion
- bowel function
- low energy
- week immune system
Constitutional Hydrotherapy has been proven successful for over a century and at one time was a standard medical treatment for many illnesses in hospitals and clinics. All ages can benefit from Constitutional Hydrotherapy, before beginning any new treatment plan, a consultation with your physician is recommended.
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