Hydrotherapy is an inexpensive and infallible method for treating major and minor diseases. Water has countless remedies properties to relieve us from pain and several ailments. This article will discuss two commonly used hydrotherapeutic procedures ? spinal bath and wet or dry fomentation with hot water.
Spinal bath -
The spine is a very important part of our body. The spinal bath strengthens, stimulates and nourishes the spine, thus indirectly benefiting the whole nervous system and the entire body.
Requirements for spinal bath ? A spinal bath tub, a bath towel and a blanket. A tub specially designed for the spinal bath is marketed. The tub is wider at the top than at the bottom.
Method of spinal bath ?
1.Fill the tub to a depth of about 2 inches (5 cm). 2.Lie down in the tub with the arms and the legs outside the tub. In this position, the entire spinal column with the exception of two or three vertebrae of the neck will be under the water level. 3.Wet the bath towel, fold it lengthwise, and place it as a support for the neck and the head on the slanting wall of the tub. When the head is allowed to rest on the towel, the whole spine will come in contact with water. 4.After taking up this position, cover the whole body except the head with a blanket, to protect the body from the outside draughts. 5.The bath should last for about 10 to 15 minutes in winter, and 15-20 minutes in summer.
Wet or dry fomentation with hot water ?
Fomentation is very useful for relief of localized pain or for improving the circulation in a part of the body where for some reason the circulation has become sluggish.
Requirements for wet or dry fomentation - Hot-water bag or bottle
Method of wet or dry fomentation -
1.Cover the painful region with cloth dipped in hot water. 2.Subject the region to the action of steam from a special kettle, or apply heat by means of a hot-water bag or bottle. This results in sedation of the muscles, improvement in circulation and reduction of swelling. As a consequence, pain is relieved. 3.After the fomentation, the part subjected to the treatment must be wiped with a cloth soaked in cold water.
Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health advice and is for general information only. Always seek the insights of a qualified health professional before embarking on any health program.
Aromatherapy uses plant and flower derived scents to treat a variety of ailments. As a therapy that induces relaxation and overall well-being, it should not be scothed at for the purposes of pain management. In fact, aromatherapy for arthritis pain relief has been shown to provide substantial therapeutic benefits for those that have tried it.
Arthritis pain relief is most when aromatherapy treatment is used in conjunction with other forms of therapy, including massage and occupational therapy. A great advantage of using aromatherapy for arthritis pain relief is that unlike other forms of therapies, aromatherapy is generally safe, all-natural, and produces very little or no side effects.
It is also easy to get an aromatherapy fix in your own home. Several manufacturers now make specially blended aromatherapy oils specifically to treat the symptoms of arthritis, including for rheumatoid arthritis. You can find these specially blended oils at your local health food store or order them through the web. The rise of these stores have grown with the increasing demand for aromatherapy products to treat a variety of illnesses and to help improve wellness.
Most of these specially blended aromatherapy products are combined into a topical vegetable oil, cream, or lotion that can be applied to the skin. Essential oils are very powerful. They must always be blended into some kind of base before they are used. Most aromatherapy blends contain roughly 3 per cent essential oils in a 97 per cent base. Any more than this ratio can cause irritation. When you need to have some arthritis pain relief, simply apply the oil, cream or lotion onto the affected region.
Some of the best essential oils for treating the symptoms of arthritis are eucalyptus, camphor, thyme, lavender, rosemary, ginger, lemon, and angelica root. Try to find aromatherapy blends that contain one or more of these essential oils.
You can also find aromatherapy blends that are for steam inhalation, applied as compresses, or added to bath water for a relaxing and comforting hot bath. When used in hot compress treatment, you can help reduce feelings of inflammation, joint stiffness, and overall muscle tension.
If you can are able to obtain some arthritis pain relief, you are likely to feel an increased sense of wellness. Do explore the option of obtaining arthritis relief through an aromatherapy session today!
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