hydrotherapy
noun
hy·dro·ther·a·py ˌhī-drə-ˈther-ə-pē 
: the therapeutic use of water (as in a whirlpool bath) compare hydropathy
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Look forward to the pool and dramatic waterfall, saunas, hydrotherapy sessions, and more. 
Aniesia Williams, Essence, 15 Aug. 2022 And spending two-to-three extra hours inside Texas’ futuristic facilities engaging in hydrotherapy and additional work with trainers most days has kept Whittington’s body fresh. Nick Moyle, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Aug. 2022 The granite walled space – giving a nod to the mountain peaks – has a 12.5 metre pool with hydrotherapy jets, cocooning day beds and infra-red sauna cabins. Angelina Villa-clarke, Forbes, 13 Apr. 2022 There's also a good variety of jet configurations within the seats to target hydrotherapy massage in different areas. Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 20 July 2022 There are two main types of hydrotherapy in France—thermalism and, for those who prefer their water salty rather than sulfurous, thalasso. Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 23 May 2022 Co-ed spa amenities include a tranquility pool with hydrotherapy jets, a sauna, aromatherapy steam room, zero-gravity chairs and a multi-sensory shower. Rebecca Treon, Chron, 7 Mar. 2022 The service offerings are vast, but the hydrotherapy experience is a must. Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 6 May 2022 The ozone water is used in conjunction with hydrotherapy, or the use of water to treat disease and improve overall health, which takes place in a jacuzzi-like tub. Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 23 Feb. 2022 See More
Aniesia Williams, Essence, 15 Aug. 2022 And spending two-to-three extra hours inside Texas’ futuristic facilities engaging in hydrotherapy and additional work with trainers most days has kept Whittington’s body fresh. Nick Moyle, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Aug. 2022 The granite walled space – giving a nod to the mountain peaks – has a 12.5 metre pool with hydrotherapy jets, cocooning day beds and infra-red sauna cabins. Angelina Villa-clarke, Forbes, 13 Apr. 2022 There's also a good variety of jet configurations within the seats to target hydrotherapy massage in different areas. Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 20 July 2022 There are two main types of hydrotherapy in France—thermalism and, for those who prefer their water salty rather than sulfurous, thalasso. Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 23 May 2022 Co-ed spa amenities include a tranquility pool with hydrotherapy jets, a sauna, aromatherapy steam room, zero-gravity chairs and a multi-sensory shower. Rebecca Treon, Chron, 7 Mar. 2022 The service offerings are vast, but the hydrotherapy experience is a must. Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 6 May 2022 The ozone water is used in conjunction with hydrotherapy, or the use of water to treat disease and improve overall health, which takes place in a jacuzzi-like tub. Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 23 Feb. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
International Scientific Vocabulary
First Known Use
1876, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
hydrotherapy
noun
hy·dro·ther·a·py -ˈther-ə-pē
plural hydrotherapies
: the therapeutic use of water (as in a whirlpool bath) compare hydropathy