Hydrotherapy - A complete wellness from water

HYDROTHERAPY
Contents
1. Introduction
2. Classification of temperatures
3. Different mode of application
4. Spinal bath- Cold ,Neutral ,Hot
5. Spinal Spray
6. Arm bath
7. Foot bath
8. Steam bath


Introduction
Hydrotherapy or water therapy, is the use of water {Hot,
Cold, Steam or Ice} to relieve discomfort and to promote
physical well being.
It is a system of treatment where water is used in
different temperature and different forms for treatment
and cure of various disease and maintain health.


Classification of temperatures

, Very cold ...…… 32 Degree F - 55 Degree F
Cold …………… 55 Degree F - 65 Degree F
Cool ………….. 65 Degree F - 80 Degree F
Tepid …………… 80 Degree F - 92 Degree F

Warm …………. 92 Degree F - 98 Degree F
Hot …………… 98 Degree F - 104 Degree F
Very hot ………. 104 Degree F and Above


Different modes of application
1.Internal application : Water drinking , Enema,
Colon Hydrotherapy
2.External application: Baths, Packs, Douches,
Whirlpool, Aqua exercises, Cold rubbings.

SPINAL BATH
Bath was introduced by Indian naturopath Acharya
K Laxman Sharma. Bath was given in a tub specially
made for purpose.