Therapeutic whirlpool bath tubs

It's hard to imagine that the origins of our Jacuzzi bath tubs can be found in an airplane hangar of early 20th century America. Just as airplane propellers morphed into portable pumps for early whirlpool bath tubs, medical professionals were already coming to realize the therapeutic potential of jetted air and water in a Jacuzzi tub shower.

Today, the physical and psychological health benefits of hydrotherapy or hydrothermal therapy are well known and thoroughly documented by experts in various fields of the medical profession. Physicians and physical therapists use hydrotherapy for a host of treatments, from physical and occupational therapy to orthopedic treatment.

Here's how it works: The nerves on the surface of the skin carry sensation from heat and pressure deeper into the body to stimulate the immune system, alleviate pain and stress, aid digestion and improve circulation.

A session in a Jacuzzi corner whirlpool tub or a Aquatic bath tub, for example, can help sooth away aches and pains from tense muscles and joints, leading to increased mobility and decreased stress.

Consult with your physician before tub shopping if you have diabetes, multiple sclerosis or other conditions of the central nervous system, high or low blood pressure, frequent urinary or bladder infections, heart disease, or if you are pregnant. With advice from your doctor, you can shop with the confidence of knowing you can find a corner bath tub that both suits your needs and benefits your well-being.