Benefits of Hydrotherapy - The Bodhi Spa, Newport, Rhode Island

Health Benefits

The action of heat: dilates blood vessels, causing more blood to circulate near the surface of your skin. This action bathes cells in oxygen-rich blood and allows a small amount of toxins to be released through the skin. The action of cold: constricts your capillaries, and shunts the blood to the core. It is here that the majority of toxins are removed as the blood filters through the internal organs. The blood is then replenished with fresh oxygen and pumped back to the rest of the body to begin the ongoing cycle. The process of stimulating the circulatory system with hot and cold, detoxifies and bathes your cells in fresh oxygen-rich blood; bringing youthfulness to your mind and body.

Hydrotherapy

Soak up the Benefits of Hydrotherapy – Massage Magazine, April 2015

Dead Sea bath salts for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis – Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology, Jul-Aug 1990

Hot/Cold Immersion Therapy – Wikipedia

Benefits of Cold Showers: 7 Reasons Why Taking Cool Showers Is Good For Your Health – Medical Daily, June 2014

Scientific Evidence-Based Effects of Hydrotherapy on Various Systems of the Body – National Center for Biotechnology Information, May 2014

Massage therapy

Reducing stress and anxiety: Massage therapy can help reduce stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation, lowering cortisol levels, and increasing the production of serotonin and dopamine.
Relieving pain and stiffness: Massage therapy can help relieve pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and improving range of motion.
Improving sleep: Massage therapy can improve sleep quality and help people fall asleep faster by promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
Boosting the immune system: Massage therapy can help boost the immune system by increasing the production of white blood cells and improving lymphatic flow.
Enhancing mental health: Massage therapy can improve mental health by reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, promoting relaxation, and increasing feelings of well-being.
Lowering blood pressure: Massage therapy can help lower blood pressure by reducing stress and promoting relaxation.

Esthetics (the practice of skin care and beauty treatments)

Improving skin health: Esthetics can help improve skin health by reducing inflammation, promoting skin cell turnover, and hydrating the skin.
Enhancing relaxation: Esthetic treatments can promote relaxation and reduce stress, which can improve overall well-being.
Boosting confidence: Esthetics can help boost confidence by improving the appearance of the skin, hair, and nails.
Reducing signs of aging: Esthetic treatments can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots, and improve skin texture and tone.
Treating skin conditions: Esthetics can help treat a range of skin conditions, including acne, rosacea, and eczema, through specialized treatments and products.
Enhancing overall appearance: Esthetic treatments can enhance the overall appearance of an individual by improving skin, hair, and nail health.