noun
- the use of water in the treatment of disease or injury, typically involving immersion in or exposure to water at various temperatures
Usage: medical/therapeutic context; also called water therapy
Examples
- The physical therapist recommended hydrotherapy to help the patient recover from knee surgery.
- Hydrotherapy is often used to reduce pain and improve mobility in arthritis patients.
- Swimming pools are commonly used facilities for hydrotherapy sessions.
- The warm water in hydrotherapy helps relax muscles and increase blood circulation.
- Many rehabilitation centers now offer hydrotherapy as part of their treatment programs.