The carbon dioxide bath is an individual bath of normal water at a temperature of between 32-34 °C into which is pumped small ‘fizzy’ bubbles of carbon dioxide gas. The same carbon dioxide used in the food industry is pumped into the water through a tube. In our spa resort of Marienbad, natural g...
Also known as Colonic Irrigation this practice was reputedly used in Ancient Egypt, China and India. However the method common in the West today has its origins in 19th century European Spas. The treatment is conducted lying down, whilst warm purified water is introduced into the colon via the re...
This treatment is taken in a hot bath of 35-37 °C and using the currents of whirling water gives a relaxing massage. The effects are improved blood circulation and a release of muscle and joint stiffness. Aroma oils and essences can be added to the water to enhance the experience. The treatment c...
The individual bubble bath is similar to the individual thermal bubble bath (See Balneotherapy: Individual Thermal Bubble Bath), however, instead of using thermal water, ordinary water is used that has been heated to a temperature of between 32-34 °C. Into this is pumped small ‘fizzy’ bubbles of ...
The treatment is given in a bath of 35-37 °C. A powerful, pressurized (0,5 – 2,0 atm strength) jet of water is released through a hose under the water and directed manually by the therapist to the main muscle groups from a distance of between 10 and 15 cm and at an angle, in strokes. By varying t...
Underwater traction in normal water uses exactly the same procedures as in thermal underwater traction. (See: Underwater Traction in Thermal Water). The only difference being that normal water is used. Traction therapy is a passive procedure that uses a mechanical force to induce stretching of th...
Traction therapy is a passive procedure (designed by Moll Károly a Héviz rheumatologist) that uses mechanical force to induce stretching of the soft tissues (muscles, ligaments, sinews, joint capsule), the pulling force during the traction being constant and continuous. Traction in water uses the...
