Balneotherapy

Balneotherapy is a pseudoscientific method of treating diseases by bathing, a traditional medicine technique usually practiced at spas. Since ancient times, humans have used hot springs, public baths and thermal medicine for therapeutic effects. While it is considered distinct from hydrotherapy, there are some overlaps in practice and in underlying principles.

Balneotherapy may involve hot or cold water, massage through moving water, relaxation, or stimulation.
Many mineral waters at spas are rich in particular minerals such as silica, sulfur, selenium, and radium.

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