What You Need To Know About Hydromassage Therapy

By Anthony Cole


Generally, a hydromassage is a form of therapy that is solely based on high-pressure water jets. This form of skin massage is essential in enhancing blood circulation. In comparison to other types of massage that are water based like a Jacuzzi and a whirlpool bath, hydromassage is the most effective and the water is much hotter. Nevertheless, hydromassage therapy is more than just a form of massage encounter as it is also a treatment method.

Normally, this type of massage is often a satisfying treatment which you can experience while having this massage. The rigorous hydro massage with the powerful water jets often trigger circulation and causes the blood as well as the lymph to circulate around the body. Because of this, the heat found in the water opens the pores of the skin and cleanses the skin making it to feel and appear invigorated, cleansed, and refreshed.

Hydromassage not only helps one to relax but also it alienates muscle and joint pains that one may have. In as much as the massage makes one feel worn out after, research findings show that it makes one fall into a deep relaxed sleep since the temperature of the body declines. Therefore a hydromassage would be essential and better for one to undergo before they go to sleep as it helps facilitate sleep at night.

On the other hand, this form of massage is not ideal for the pregnant women, as well as the old and very young people. The reason for this is that the water might be quite hot while the massage is also strong for such fragile individuals. Also, it might also not be ideal for individuals with previous injury or who have previously had a surgery.

At the same time, it is also important to get some advice from a specialist if you are suffering from severe or acute muscular and joint injuries. You might also need to consult a specialist if you have any medical condition or receiving some kind of treatment or medication. Again, those suffering from high blood pressure and heart problems should seek advice before undergoing through this form of massage.

Normally, you begin to experience the effect of the hydromassage within about 5 minutes of the massage session. It is, however, for the session to take at least 10 minutes or more so as to loosen the muscles and allow you to relax while improving circulation. After having the first session, it become possible to gauge the amount of time you would prefer for your water massage. However, an ideal hydo massage session should take about 15-30 minutes.

This type of massage comes with various advantages. For one it helps to relieve stress as the massage not only eases mental tension but also physical tension. This is due to secretion of stress relieving hormones like cortisol that get secreted when you immerse your body in warm water.

There is another benefit of this massage which is improved sleep. As a result, this massage reduces insomnia and promotes restful sleep. The reason for this is that your internal body temperature rises during hydrotherapy and drops afterward. As the temperature drops, your body gets ready for sleep. It is also possible to have improved sleep due to relieved pressure on the joints and the muscles.




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