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Hot Tubs & Swim Spas For
Chronic Pain Management

A man sits on the edge of his hot tub at night, bathed in the blue glow of its light, but lit from the other side in red. He is using his hot tub for his chronic condition.

Hot Tubs For People With Chronic Conditions

Many people find relief from conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia through the soothing warmth and massage of a Hydropool hot tub. Hydrotherapy can help manage pain, improve circulation, and promote mental wellness.

Hydrotherapy In A Hydropool Spa Can Aid With:

  • Arthritis: Warm water reduces joint stiffness, pain, and inflammation. Buoyancy allows for gentle exercise, improving range of motion and strength.   

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  • Fibromyalgia: Hydrotherapy can alleviate widespread pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia. Warmth and buoyancy can help relax muscles and improve sleep.     

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  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Hydrotherapy can improve muscle tone, balance, and coordination in individuals with MS. The buoyancy aids in movement and reduces fatigue.   â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹

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  • Chronic Pain: Hydrotherapy's analgesic effects can help manage chronic pain by reducing inflammation and muscle tension.

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  • Parkinson's Disease: Water-based exercises can enhance mobility, flexibility, and balance. Warmth helps relax muscles and reduce stiffness.   

  • Endometriosis: The warmth and relaxation warm water provides can help manage pain during flare-ups. Regular exercise in a swim spa can also help with overall well-being.

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  • Migraines: Hydrotherapy isn't a specific treatment for migraines, but the relaxation and stress reduction it offers can help manage migraine triggers for some people.

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  • Diabetes: While hydrotherapy doesn't directly treat diabetes, it can help manage symptoms like neuropathy (nerve damage) through pain relief. Regular exercise in the water can also improve blood sugar control.

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  • Back Pain: The support  of water reduces pressure on the spine, easing back pain. Heated water and massage from Hydropool’s unique jetting configurations can relieve back pain. Water-based exercises in a swim spa can strengthen core muscles, improving posture and stability. ​​​

Swim Spas For People With Chronic Conditions

Low impact exercise in a swim spa has numerous benefits for chronic conditions but especially for improving quality of life by providing stress relief and improving sleep. Exercise can often be difficult when dealing with chronic health issues, but swim spas make moving the body accessible to all sizes, abilities, and energy levels. Swim spas can help manage conditions and improve quality of life. 

A woman swimming in a swim spa in winter, the spa is surrounded by snow and trees dusted in snow.

Low Impact Fitness In A Resistance Swim Spa

  • ​​Stress Reduction and Mood Boost: Chronic illness can take a mental toll. The beauty of low-impact exercise is that it can significantly reduce stress and anxiety. Exercise releases endorphins, the body's natural mood elevators, leading to feelings of well-being and reducing symptoms of depression that often accompany chronic conditions.

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  • Improved Sleep Quality: Sleep disturbances, insomnia, and even anxiety which presents at night are common side-effects of chronic illness. Regular low-impact exercise can help regulate sleep cycles, promoting better sleep quality and resulting in feeling more energised throughout the day.

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  • Exercise as a Health Management Tool: Regular low-impact exercise can help regulate blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. It can also improve cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of heart disease, a common concern for many chronic illnesses.​

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  • Reduced Risk of Complications: By improving your overall health and well-being, low-impact exercise can help reduce the risk of complications associated with chronic illnesses.

  • ​​​Reduce Pain and Improve Mobility: Low-impact exercises like walking, swimming, or yoga put minimal stress on your joints. This can significantly reduce pain associated with conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia. Additionally, gentle movements can improve joint flexibility and range of motion, making daily activities easier.

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  •  Weight Management: Maintaining a healthy weight or active lifestyle can be crucial for managing many chronic illnesses. Low-impact exercise, while gentle on your body, still burns calories and helps with weight management or maintaining muscle, contributing to overall better health.​

It's important to note that while hot tubs and swim spas can offer relief, they are not a cure for chronic pain or conditions. It is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and management plan. Our products aren’t a miracle treatment, although many customers have noted the immense positive impact they have had on their lives.

Soothing waterfall jets on a swim spa.

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