LSPAS

Health Benefits for Spa Hydrotherapy

~ Enhance the Circulatory system & Immune System

The main components of the human circulatory system are the heart, the blood and the blood vessels. Water related exercises that increase cardiovascular fitness, open the blood vessels to improve the overall circulation, elaborate of the immune system to allow more effective protection against diseases. The great advantage in aquatic therapies is to stimulate the metabolism and the nervous system, so that it is extremely good for hypertensive or cardiac patients.

~ Healthy Respiratory System

With each breath, people take in air through the noses and mouths, and the lungs fill up and empty out. Respiratory system is part of body’s energy-making processes. Swimming and jogging in spa can strength the tissues of lungs that can minimize the chance of some diseases such as asthma, cold and cough.

~ Diabetes Management

A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine indicated that soaking in a hot tub can be beneficial for people who are affected with Type 2 Diabetes. It can reduce blood sugar levels by 13% and improve sleep patterns.

~ Keep fit and skin care

Activities in a spa in general will expend more energy than many land-based activities, for example : aqua aerobic. This is mainly because water provides noticeably more resistance than air. Water provides 12 times the resistance of air because of its increased density. An aerobic water exercise of around 30 minutes will help burn about 300 calories. The stream-like-hands in a perfect spa offer a hydrotherapeutic massage for beauty of your skin.

Water Exercise Tips

• Don't attempt to do too much so soon.
• Exercising against the water can stress joints. Maintain proper form and don’t over-exert your joints.
• Depending on your condition, you can exercise as slow or as fast as you desire.
• You should be able to talk with another person during your aquatic workout. If you can’t, then you are working too hard and should slow down.
• Workout with a friend for safety and encouragement.
• Keep yourself hydrated before, during and after your workout by drinking plenty of water.
• The room should be well ventilated with the air circulation at all times.
• The temperature of water must be cooler than the normal hot tub setting.

Of course, please consult your family doctor before beginning an exercise program especially persons using medication.