Hydrotherapy, Packs & Colonics

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HYDROTHERAPY, PACKS & COLONICS

by Walter Last

http://www.health-science-spirit.com/Hydrotherapy.html

Hydrotherapy, packs and colonics as well as other methods of intestinal

sanitation are time-honored naturopathic methods for cleansing and improving the

body.

HYDROTHERAPY

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to treat disease, such as drinking large

quantities of water to flush out toxins, taking hot and cold baths, sauna, packs

and colonics (high enemas).

BATHS

Hot Baths

Hot baths are useful for relieving aches, pains and stiffness, for releasing

toxins stored under the skin, and for cleansing the skin of fungus infections.

Gradually increase the temperature of the water, as far as you can reasonably

endure. Remain submerged except for the face - for 10-20 minutes. For conditions

associated with magnesium deficiency, add from 1 or 2 kg of Epsom salts - the

greater the pain, nervous tension or stiffness, the larger the recommended

amount. For general relaxation just add a handful of Epsom salts.

Become accustomed to hot baths gradually by increasing duration and maximum

temperature of the bath on successive occasions. Have someone on call,

especially if you have a heart problem. Do not use a hot bath in the case of low

blood pressure, fatigue, distended veins or a weak heart, and be cautious if the

blood pressure is very high.

To improve dermatitis, you may place a closed muslin bag filled with up to 2

pounds of bran in a hot bath. To relieve itching skin, add a spoonful of baking

soda. If a full hot bath is too severe, you may have a hot foot or hand bath

with Epsom salts to relieve arthritis.

After the bath, cover the body with a large bath towel and -without drying -

cover up in bed to induce sweating. Rest for 30 minutes or overnight. Afterwards

a massage or a quick rub with olive oil and peanut oil is recommended.

Overheating Baths

The following method may be used for general health improvement and to

overcome chronic infections. However, I do not recommend (article continues at

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