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Hydrotherapy is an alternative medicine that can help in cases of chronic fatigue syndrome. As the name implies, it is a form of therapy that works by using the movement, warmth and turbulence of water to perform a number of useful healing functions in the body. Sufferers of chronic fatigue syndrome, in particular, find relief from the gentle motion and swell of water.
Hydrotherapy, which originated from the Popular Health Movement started by Frances Wright in 1830, is used as a treatment for reducing stress and discomfort from a number of ailments and encouraging healing after surgery. The hydrotherapy treatment is widely used in Europe and is only becoming popular in North America more recently.
Hydrotherapy has been successfully used in the treatment of many disorders and is known to bring relief for the following conditions: arthritis, asthma, back pain, neck and knee injuries; hyperthermia, pulmonary disease, swollen ankles and varicose veins. Water in itself is relaxing and is therefore excellent for patients of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Hydrotherapy is used in many ways today. It is often used in clinical type settings for healing but it is also now used in many wellness spas across the world to promote physical and mental relaxation. Qualified professionals such as naturopaths massage therapists or physical therapists are always present during the hydrotherapy sessions to ensure that no problems develop.
There are a number of methods used for a hydrotherapy treatment. They include everything from hot or cold compresses, steam baths, colonic irrigation, whirlpool soakings, icing sprains and to a variety of water douches for the arm, chest neck, back, and knee.
A hydrotherapy treatment can be used from the comforts of your own home. Both baths and showers provide healing to the human body. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome sufferers or just about anyone can benefit from taking warm baths as opposed to hot baths. Do ensure that the tub is filled so that the shoulders can be submerged, for maximum benefits.
Published by Sandra Kim Leong on September 7, 2007 12:20 PM
