hydrotherapy

noun

hy·​dro·​ther·​a·​py ˌhī-drə-ˈther-ə-pē How to pronounce hydrotherapy (audio)
: the therapeutic use of water (as in a whirlpool bath) compare hydropathy

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At its center is a 1,200-square-meter Ayurvedic pavilion, established in partnership with India’s renowned Kairali Group, where panchakarma detox, warm oil massages, specialized foods, and copper hydrotherapy baths, all work to reverse years of cellular damage. Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025 According to the news release, major clubhouse renovations are also in progress including a new entry, refreshed restaurant and event spaces, and a new hydrotherapy circuit in the spa that will feature an infrared sauna, dry sauna and cold plunge areas. Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025 Soak in the Ocean Wellness center’s hydrotherapy pool, sit in the sauna or salt cave, and continue to unwind with one of the world’s rarest whiskies at the Malt Whiskey Bar. AFAR Media, 29 July 2025 Marinate in the hydrotherapy pool there with the sound of waves crashing below and toucans and parrots squawking in the background. Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for hydrotherapy

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First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hydrotherapy was in 1876

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“Hydrotherapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydrotherapy. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

Medical Definition

hydrotherapy

noun
hy·​dro·​ther·​a·​py -ˈther-ə-pē How to pronounce hydrotherapy (audio)
plural hydrotherapies
: the therapeutic use of water (as in a whirlpool bath) compare hydropathy

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