Water Jet Massage

Water Jet Massage - Hydrotherapy

Water Jet Massage or Hydrotherapy is water therapy in conjunction with massage to relieve some common health disorders. The effect of water is known to reduce pain, improve circulation and act as a tonic. Water Jet therapy puts to use the benefits of warm water to treat muscle and joint ailments. The flow of warm water eases muscle tension, and relieves pressure on surrounding nerves, joints, and blood vessels.


Water Jet Therapy is rendered in a hot tub, with the help of a powerful system of jets and jet formations. The water mass takes over the vibration generated by the water jet and exerts an effect on the desired body part to provide a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. The jet-driven force of water is known to enhance circulation, digestion and skin tone. Medical Studies indicate that hot tub therapy may be helpful in treating heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, lower back pain, and sleep disorders.

Benefits of Water Jet Massage

The benefits of water therapy stems from the natural reaction of warm blooded bodies. As brief applications of water at different temperatures on the skin usually has an opposite effect. For egs:  cold water acts as a tonic while hot water helps soothe and relax the body.

Here is a compilation of the numerous benefits a Water Jet Massage could provide:
•Water Jet Therapy increases body temperature for an extended period of time, producing cleansing and relaxing effects.
•The heat in a Water Jet Therapy helps dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow to sore or damaged tissue.
•Buoyancy in a hot tub reduces body weight by 90%, relieving pressure on joints and muscles. The buoyancy of the water also creates a sense of weightlessness and invites restful sleep.
•The Jet sprays works like a therapeutic massage, which helps relax muscles and relieve pressure on nerves
•Regular Water Jet Therapy may also help blood sugar control.
•Water Jet Therapy helps weight decrease and the general feeling of well-being.

Types of Water Jet Massage

Listed below are some popular types of Water Jet Massage:

Alternating Temperature Bath
The extremities of the body are treated with jets of cold and hot water alternately to improve blood circulation. There is at least 20 degrees C difference between the temperatures of the water jets.

Hydro-massage A hot bath with the water temperature at 35 degrees C provides a massaging effect. The warm water has a relaxing and healing effect on the muscles and joints.  It is excellent for blood circulation and a general feeling of relaxation and well being.

Underwater Jet Massage
This treatment uses the effect of a hot bath and massage to provide relief and relaxation for the muscles.  A large bath tub with warm water at a temperature of 35 to 37 degrees C is used in conjunction with a massage. The therapist uses strong jet of water which helps gently massage the main muscle groups.

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