This text offers a modern approach to hydrotherapy— the use of water, ice, steam, and hot and cold temperatures to improve or maintain health— as performed

A complete, yet concise review of the literature regarding the science and practice of hydrotherapy. Includes sections on history, thermodynamics, hydrology, an

Hydrotherapy, or water therapy, is the use of water (hot, cold, steam, or ice) to relieve discomfort and promote physical wellbeing. Hydrotherapy can soothe sor