What is another name for water therapy?

Water therapy is commonly referred to as hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy utilizes water for pain relief and treatment, leveraging its natural properties to enhance healing and relaxation. This practice can involve various techniques, such as immersing the body in water, applying water jets, or using steam.

Balneotherapy, while related to hydrotherapy, specifically refers to the use of mineral waters in baths for therapeutic purposes and is often associated with spa treatments. Aromatherapy involves the use of essential oils for therapeutic benefits, and thermotherapy pertains to using heat for treatment. Both aromatherapy and thermotherapy do not specifically focus on water as a primary therapeutic medium, distinguishing them from hydrotherapy and the broader concept of water therapy.