Hydrotherapy embraces the natural healing qualities of water, it can be used to ease a variety of ailments, and the water may also be used in different ways, the healing properties of water have been known to man since ancient times notably used by Greeks, Romans and Turkish civilisation.
Many people know the benefits of having a hot bath which cause the body to relax and relieving muscular aches and stiffness and can also bring about a restful sleep. Hot water of stream causes the blood vessels to dilate, open skin pores and stimulate perspiration.
A cold bath of shower act in the exact opposite way and is considered refreshing and invigorating. The cold water cause blood vessels in the skin to constrict and blood is diverted to internal tissues and organs to maintain the core body temperature, this is why it is common practise to apply cold water or ice to reduce swelling and bruising.
