Can Dry Hydrotherapy Treat Chronic Pain?

Are you searching for a way to relieve tension and discomfort? Do you want to avoid immersing yourself in water? If so, consider hydrotherapy, also referred to as hydro massage. This innovative form of therapy blends various treatments. 

These include floating for relaxation, deep heat therapy, and a rejuvenating massage. You can enjoy these treatments without getting undressed or wet. This treatment can be beneficial, especially if you struggle with muscle strain, fatigue, or back pain.

What is Dry Hydrotherapy?

Thanks to dry hydrotherapy, you can experience the therapeutic benefits of water massage without getting wet. It involves applying pressure to the treatment area while sitting or lying on a chair or table designed with interior jets. 

These jets circulate heated water in a pulsing fashion. You sit or lie on the chair or table while wearing your clothes and the pressurized, heated water will do the rest of the work. In a single practical, dry session, this groundbreaking therapy offers the advantages of heat therapy, relaxation, and water massage.

Why it is Unique

Modern pain management techniques like dry hydrotherapy delivers a warm, therapeutic massage to particular body parts in need of comfort. The cutting-edge treatment approach differs from traditional hydrotherapy in that it does not call for changing into wet clothes or getting completely drenched. 

This approach makes it a practical and affordable option for those seeking comfort. Dry hydrotherapy has the potential to improve the outcomes of conventional chiropractic and physiotherapy treatments by incorporating water, heat, and massage.

How it Treats Chronic Pain

The healing power of water as a therapeutic tool has been around for centuries. It remains a popular choice in spas and wellness centers around the world. Hydrotherapy, using water to alleviate discomfort and pain, incorporates the body's response to hot and cold stimuli. 

Cold water can revitalize and invigorate the body, while warm water can provide a calming and relaxing effect on contracted muscles. Alternating hot and cold water treatments can aid in healing and decrease inflammation in some instances. It highlights the long-standing effectiveness of hydrotherapy as a form of physical therapy.

Other Benefits

This therapy provides the following benefits:
 

• Reduced anxiety and stress

• Improved physical and mental wellness

• Increased range of motion in joints

• A suitable treatment option for patients with fibromyalgia or arthritis

• Temporary alleviation of minor pains and aches

• Enhanced healing and blood circulation in the treatment area

• Relieving tension, soreness, and muscle stiffness

• Enhanced functioning of the nervous and muscular systems

• Improved lymphatic and circulatory systems

• Release of trigger points

• Overall relaxation

No Downtime

Unlike other treatments, dry hydrotherapy does not need to interrupt your daily routine. You can enjoy a dry hydrotherapy session without missing a beat and continue your exercise or daily activities immediately after. Not only will you avoid any recovery time, but you will also leave feeling revitalized and rejuvenated. You will be ready to tackle anything life throws your way.

Personalization is vital when it comes to dry hydrotherapy. With the ability to adjust the pressure of the massage table or chair, your doctor or chiropractor can tailor the treatment to your specific needs. For example, if your back needs extra attention, the treatment can focus on that area. The same goes for any other problematic areas on your body.

For more on dry hydrotherapy, visit Garmone Chiropractic at our Depew, New York office. Call (716) 668-5400 to schedule an appointment today.