There are several therapeutic hydrotherapeutic treatments and the two most common are the spinal bath and foot baths (cold foot baths and hot foot baths). In this article you will learn the methods and benefits of spinal bath and foot baths. Both of these water baths have various health benefits and act as a natural healing process for many diseases.

spinal bath

The spinal bath is performed in a special tub prepared for this purpose. This bath is done at hot, cold or neutral temperature. The patient is made to lie down in a tub containing about two inches of water for about 10 to 15 minutes. This bath is used to calm the spinal cord and indirectly influences the central nervous system.

The spinal bath is also beneficial in hypertension, irritation, excitement, and almost all disorders of the nervous system, including mental illnesses such as hysteria, epilepsy, insanity, and insomnia. This should be done for about half an hour. When the nerves are depressed, a hot spinal bath is advised. It is useful in muscular back pain and pain due to spinal disorders. It is beneficial in gastric disorders and sciatic pain where the patient feels pain along the sciatic nerve.

cold foot bath

In the cold foot bath, the patient’s feet are immersed in a tub or bucket containing water at a temperature of 7ºC to 12ºC for about 5 to 10 minutes. Friction is usually done during the foot bath. Cold foot bath is not given in conditions of inflammation of the liver, kidneys and genitourinary organs.

hot foot bath

In the hot foot bath, the patient’s feet are immersed in a tub or bucket containing hot water for about 20 to 30 minutes. Your body must be properly covered so as not to lose heat. You need a shower bath after this treatment.

The hot foot bath activates the involuntary muscles of the body, especially the uterus, bladder, intestines, abdominal and pelvic organs. Eliminates sprains, contractures of the ankle joints, brain congestion and colds. Promotes menstruation.

Safety measures

1. These hydrotherapeutic treatments must be carried out 3 hours before meals.

2. The thermometer should be used to record the heat of the water during treatment.

3. Use clean and pure water for treatment.

Disclaimer: This article is not intended to provide health advice and is for general information only. Always seek the views of a qualified health professional before embarking on any health program.

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