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Hydrotherapy Found to Ease Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis
is a form of arthritis affecting many older adults over the age of 50.
It is the most common type of arthritis and its prevalence continues to
increase along with an aging worldwide population.Commonly affecting
the spine, hands, hips and knees, OA can result in significant pain and
disability.
Various forms of exercise have been shown to
improve OA symptoms and even delay the progression of the disease,
especially muscle strengthening programs. However, until a recent study
the benefits of water-based exercise was not known.
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Releive pain with Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy,
or water exercise in a heated pool or Hot Tub, was found in a recent
study to improve strength and mobility in elderly patients with
arthritis of the hip and knee. This is according to a study in the
December issue of the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
The
study has shown that both forms of exercise produce positive but
different benefits, as the hydrotherapy group showed greatest
improvement in walking distance and the gym group demonstrated greatest
improvement in quadriceps strength.
Hydrotherapy, or warm water therapy in Eco Spas hot tubs,
consists of three main healing ingredients; heat, buoyancy, and
massage. Together, they create an experience that is both relaxing and
healthy.
Hot tub hydrotherapy on a regular basis
provides physical health benefits that go much deeper than just
relaxation and pleasure. Water is so pure and simple, yet it can do the
most amazing things. Whether you are experiencing joint or muscle pain,
having trouble sleeping, or are just plain stressed out, spending time
in hot tub spas can provide therapeutic benefits for just about
everyone .
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Stress, headaches and sleep
Warm water massage stimulates the body to release endorphins that reduce stress naturally. In addition to stress reduction, a hot tub’s hydrotherapy jets also dilate blood vessels to help prevent headaches.
Also,
when it comes to falling asleep faster and getting a good night's
sleep, the National Sleep Foundation clearly stated, "soaking in hot
water, such as a hot tub or bath, before retiring to bed can ease the transition into a deeper sleep.
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Muscles and joints
The Hydrotherapy use of hot tubs & spas by athletes has skyrocketed.
Tennis Magazine said it best: “Your skin and muscles loosen and relax from the
increased blood circulation” adding that, if muscles are injured: "A
soak in a Eco Spa hot tubs increases blood flow to the injured area, bringing nutrients to help repair the damage."
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Arthritis
The
Arthritis Foundation concluded that warm water Hydrotherapy in a
properly designed spa can help those with arthritis. According to the
Arthritis Foundation "Hydrotherapy is one method of using water to help
treat arthritis. The soothing heat of the water makes it a safe, ideal
environment for relieving arthritis pain.
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Diabetes
Hot tub hydrotherapy can also help control diabetes, too. A study of diabetes
patients who soaked in a spa 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week found the
average blood sugar level of the group dropped 13%!
It concluded that the use of Tubsdirect hot tubs & spas lowers blood pressure and blood sugar level.
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Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy and more
The muscle relaxing and joint loosening benefits of hot tubs help those with depression, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Tendonitis, Scoliosis and Bursitis. Tubsdirect hot tubs & Spa's have even been known to provide significant help for those afflicted
with diseases as serious as Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy.
Overall,
hydrotherapy studies have shown that the health benefits of immersion
in warm water with massage jet action include the relaxation of
muscles, lowering of blood pressure, loosening of arthritis joints, as
well as help with the control of blood sugar and body weight. muscles
create an overall feeling of comfort which can then make it easier to
perform exercises and carry out daily tasks.
If you know
someone who is affected by the pain and discomfort of arthritis, a spa
may bring the relief they need. A Hot Spring spa is the ultimate way to
soothe stiff, sore muscles and joints through state-of-the-art
hydromassage.
* The use of hot water or heat is recommended for many people with arthritis but not all. Consult with your physician.
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