hydrotherapy

[hahy-druh-ther-uh-pee]

noun

1. the branch of therapeutics that deals with the curative use of water.

2. the treatment of physical disability, injury, or illness by immersion of all or part of the body in water to facilitate movement, promote wound healing, relieve pain, etc., usually under the supervision of a trained therapist.

hydrotherapy

/ ˌhaɪdrəʊˈθɛrəpɪ, ˌhaɪdrəʊθɪˈræpɪk /

noun

1. Also called: water cure. med the treatment of certain diseases by the external use of water, esp by exercising in water in order to mobilize stiff joints or strengthen weakened muscles Compare hydropathy

Other Word Forms

• hydrotherapist noun
• hydrotherapic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of hydrotherapy¹

First recorded in 1875–80; hydro- ¹ + therapy

Example Sentences

Throughout his time at a specialist school, Harry, who is non-verbal, enjoyed access to hydrotherapy — a form of physiotherapy involving exercise in a warm pool that helps with movement.

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The team states the facility will also feature an outdoor spa, indoor hydrotherapy suites, dedicated nap rooms, wellness spaces for yoga or mediation, and extensive use of natural light and retractable doors.

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The Dodgers’ clubhouse features a tile wall “in the hydrotherapy area,” Smith said.

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"Things like joint support, special diets, hydrotherapy - all things that come with taking on a retired police dog," said Kieran Stanbridge, chairman of the charity.

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He has undergone intense physiotherapy where he built up his upper body strength and spent time on standing frame to align his body, as well as undergoing hydrotherapy.

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