Salt Therapy Q&A

​

What is salt therapy?

Salt therapy, also called halotherapy, is a wellness treatment that involves breathing in minute particles of salt. Although salt therapy is receiving significant attention, the treatment is nothing new.    

 

In Eastern Europe, salt therapy was taking place all the way back to the 12th century. Physicians and researchers noticed that Polish salt miners in the 1800s were less likely than their peers to develop respiratory conditions and enjoyed overall great health.    

 

Today, salt therapy usually involves spending time in a small room or chamber filled with various high-quality salts. Treatment is also possible using a special machine called a halogenerator, which breaks salt down into tiny particles and circulates those particles through the space. 

 

How can salt therapy enhance my wellness?

Because salt is a safe and natural ingredient, there’s no risk of harm when trying salt therapy. That makes it a great option for people sensitive to medications or other inhaled therapies.    

 

Some of the conditions that respond well to salt therapy include:

• Smoking-related breathing problems

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

• Rhinitis

• Tonsillitis

• Cold or cough

• Sinus infection

• Respiratory allergies

Salt has outstanding anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It also is mucoactive, meaning it helps your body clear excess mucus from your airways.  

 

Most people are great candidates for salt therapy. However, if you have any of the following conditions, speak with your practitioner about whether salt therapy is right for you: 

• Heart problems

• Hypertension

• Anemia or blood-clotting disorders

• Fever

• Tuberculosis

• Any form of infectious disease

Salt therapy offers a range of benefits, but your practitioner should always be aware of the full scope of your personal health history before you try any new treatment. 

 

What kinds of aesthetic benefits can salt therapy deliver?

Salt therapy is also great for your skin. Some of the aesthetic benefits treated using salt therapy include:

• Acne

• Rosacea

• Dermatitis

• Psoriasis

• Eczema

• Fungal infection

• Skin rash

• Wrinkles and lines

If you’re ready to experience all that salt therapy has to offer, call IV Hydration Lounge and Med Spa today to book a consultation. Online scheduling is also available and takes just a few moments from start to finish. 

 

​