Hydrotherapy is the term given to the treatments that take place in specialist pools which can be controlled in terms of water pressure, temperature and movement. This control enables the pools to be customized to the needs of a particular patient, and to be used more effectively to enhance well being.

   When the water temperature is cold it is best for improving the body's shape, toning the muscles and figure. Hot water, however has cardiovascular benefits, helping the relaxing the muscles and helping blood-flow. When the temperature of the water is equal to that of the body (37.5°) it not only relaxes the body's muscles, but also facilitates the bodies absorption of minerals and salts that are used in some forms of hydrotherapy treatments.  

  In other hydrotherapy treatments, ozone (a specially prepared oxygen additive) is added to the water, which enhances the antibacterial and relaxation effects of the water through further increasing the body's absorption of minerals also added to the water. When the body is immersed in a hydro massage pool, currents of little air bubbles caress the body as it performs the movements dictated by the particular exercise being performed.

   These exercises benefit the entire body especially the lymphatic system and blood flow, and can also be altered to target particular muscle groups or problem areas. Such treatments are so effective because the muscles are in a relaxed state due to their immersion in the water.

   In addition to its relaxing effects, and physical health benefits, Hydrotherapy is also credited with being helpful for treating psychological imbalances including anxiety and stress, and even producing aesthetic benefits.