Research shows that soaking hot water can increase blood flow and relax breathing. It can also lead to an increase in serotonin and dopamine and a decrease in epinephrine and cortisol. The increase in mood-regulating hormones can help treat depression, and the reduction of stress-inducing hormones can reduce anxiety.
The main signals of depression and anxiety are irritability, fatigue, sadness, disordered eating, oversleeping, self-sabotage, and the inability to focus on tasks. Depressive episodes usually require psychiatric assistance, which can be fairly complemented by alternative treatment methods such as hydrotherapy.
Through soaking in a hot tub, one can achieve an embryonic state of safety and warmth on a subconscious level due to the buoyancy and weightlessness provided by the water. Moreover, soaking can help alleviate joint and muscle pain or back pain. Plus, whenever paired with aromatherapy, hydrotherapy becomes a great mood elevator. It even helps with insomnia by inducing a state of relaxation and helping the individual regain the ability to rest properly.
Immersion in hot water is also known to produce serotonin (the happy chemical/hormone), which can decrease the sense of despair and doom. In addition, it helps release tension from the muscles and promotes rejuvenation.
Due to its positive impact on the nervous system,
hydrotherapy can improve cognitive function (memory and concentration) and
prevent panic attacks. Moreover, as part of a wellness routine, it can even
alleviate seasonal stressors and SAD (seasonal affective disorders). Wind River Spas are know for their quality refurbished hot tubs Denver area, and can get you well on your way to owning your own for stress relieving measures.
