Hydrotherapy helps the body adapt to changes in the external environment, increases resistance to diseases and stress. During the procedures, several factors act on the body simultaneously: the mechanical effects of water, its temperature, and composition. As a result, metabolism improves, and the functioning of the immune, cardiovascular, and other systems of the body is enhanced.
Among the most popular therapeutic baths are:
- Narzan Baths – Rich in carbon dioxide, sulfate-carbonate water stimulates blood circulation, relaxes muscles, improves skin condition, and strengthens immunity. They are beneficial for stress and physical fatigue.
- Iodine-Bromine Baths – These help to relax and relieve pain. They also reduce blood coagulation, positively influence the thyroid gland, reproductive organs, and adrenal glands, and help normalize fat metabolism in the body.
- Antler Baths – The composition rich in trace elements slows down the aging process, improves brain function, activates memory, sharpens vision, normalizes sexual functions, and enhances blood circulation.
- Bischofite Baths – Bischofite strengthens immune protection and can effectively reduce pain sensations in bones and muscles. The bath helps relieve excitability and significantly strengthens the nervous system.
- Arnica Baths – help improve blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, restore strength and energy to the body, and accelerate recovery after injuries and bruises.
The medical center at the Narzan Valley Sanatorium in Kislovodsk offers a wide range of therapeutic baths, including: foam-licorice, anti-varicose "Chestnut," salt, and coniferous baths. Mineral water irrigations (carbonated Narzan water and iodine-bromine water) are also used.
