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Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy TheoryWater Therapy works for 2 main reasons. First, by submerging yourself in water, you are eliminating the strong pull of gravity on your body. This can reduce pressure on the back and therefore relieve pain in compressed nerves. Second, the temperature of water, hot or cold, can cause either increased circulation or reduced circulation, depending which is indicated for your particular pain problem. Water Therapy Methods* Pools (submerging or swimming)* Hot Tubs / Jacuzzis (relaxing and stimulating water massage) * Wet towel baths ( another form of heat / ice therapy) * Sauna / Steam room (another form of heat therapy) Swimming for Back PainSwimming is an excellent exercise for back pain. It is a non-impact exercise, so it will not aggravate many painful back conditions. It is a very healthy activity for those with or without back pain. Swimming will increase the circulation and can temporarily relieve pain caused by oxygen deprivation in the muscles or nerves. Swimming is a great cardiovascular workout and one of my favorite exercises for back pain.Recommendation for HydrotherapyI am a big supporter of water therapy. I do not know how much it will help your back pain, but it will make you a more relaxed and healthier person. Swimming is an excellent form of non-impact exercise for everyone and can be especially valuable for back pain sufferers. It will increase the circulation, which will relieve many types of symptoms from a wide range of diagnosed conditions. Jacuzzis are very relaxing and can really change your mood for the better. If you feel better mentally, you will feel better physically. This is a perfect example of mind and body medicine in action.
Try this alternative therapy for back pain. You have nothing to lose, since access to these treatments is easy and inexpensive. You might just find a piece of the pain relief puzzle that works for your particular problem.
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