Chapter 12 Hydrotherapy and Spa Applications Flashcards
Pain relief,
muscle relaxation
Blood flow alterations,
connective tissue effects
Effects of heat and cold
Produces a reaction that stimulates dilation of blood vessels and increases blood flow to bring warmth to the area
Prolonged cold application
Depresses the bloodflow increases swelling and inflammation initial action increases blood flow to the skin
Prolonged heat application
(Cx9/5)+32
Celsius to Fahrenheit
(F-32)x5/9
Fahrenheit to Celsius
212 Fahrenheit and 100°C
Boiling point of Water
98-102f 38-40c
Hot Water
92-98F 33-38C
Warm Neutral Water
55-65f 13-18c
Cold
32F 0c
Freezing Point
The external application of heat for therapeutic purposes
Thermotherapy
The external therapeutic application of cold
Cryotherapy
Involves the exchange of thermal energy well the body surface is in direct contact with the thermal agent or conductor
Conduction
Involves the transfer of heat energy through movement of air or liquid
Convection
Involves one energy source changing into a heat energy source as it passes into the body
Conversion
The use of hot or cold smooth stones as massage tools
Stone massage
Any treatment in which the client’s skin is stimulated by abrasions
Exfoliation procedures
Uses a course grainy substance creates a glow
Body scrub
Uses a fine grainy substance better for clients who have fair or fragile skin
Body polish
Uses a natural bristle brush or loofah to create friction massage
Dry Brush
A type a spa treatment in which mud or other products or apply to most of the body
Body wrap
A ayurdic treatment pouring oil in a steady stream over the clients forhead
Shirodhara
Use of plant derived essential oils for therapeutic purposes
Aromatherapy
The art and science of bathing for the therapeutic and relaxation purposes
Balneology
Concentrated essences of aromatic plants
Essential oils
Made fatty materials that dilute and suspend the central orioles
Carrier Oils
Is the internal and external therapeutic use of water and complementary agents.
Hydrotherapy
