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We talk a lot about hydrotherapy and relaxation at Ultra Modern. Why?

Because hydrotherapy is one of the best and most effective ways to feel better every day. It’s an all-natural way to improve your health and wellness while relieving aches and pains and spending more time relaxing.

Let’s look at unlocking the benefits of hydrotherapy in this article. First, let’s define it.

What is Hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy is when you use warm water immersion as part of your health and wellness routine. It’s most commonly thought of in relation to hot tubs, yet you can practice cool water hydrotherapy in a swimming pool as well.

Now, let’s look at the major benefits of hydrotherapy.

Benefit: Physical Wellness

Hydrotherapy makes you feel better when you’re feeling stressed, have aches and pains from exercise, or have health issues.

Soaking in warm water makes your muscles and joints feel better and relax. You release tension as the jets massage sore muscles.

In addition, the buoyancy of the water takes stress off your skeletal system, releasing pressure on your joints. Hydrotherapy is particularly effective for those suffering from arthritis. It also helps improve circulation, which has a myriad of benefits for your physical wellness.

Many elite athletes use this massage therapy to recover from a hard workout, and it’s perfect for home exercisers as well.

Benefit: Mental Wellness

Again, hydrotherapy helps with your mental wellness, stress relief, anxiety, brain fog, and other tension and stress-related issues.

Soaking in a hot, massaging hot tub can be as good for you as meditation. It can also help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

Benefit: Post Workout Recovery

You are a dedicated fitness buff, but that comes with regular aches and pains. You may know that your recovery is just as important as the workout, especially if you want to “show up the next day.” This is where hot tub therapy comes in.

When you immerse yourself in the warm, massaging water, the hydrotherapy envelopes you. It helps relax your muscles and rid your body of the lactic acid that makes you sore.

You can also target specific muscle groups with the powerful jets in your hot tub. Just imagine – you get a massage right from the comfort of your own home!

Benefit: Calm Your Restless Legs

Many people, regardless of age or fitness level, suffer from leg cramps or restless leg syndrome. A hot tub can help!

The buoyancy of the water and the warm massage can relieve your sore muscles. The jets can massage your legs, preparing you for a better night’s sleep!

Ready to add a hot tub to your dream backyard and experience newfound wellness? Contact us today!