Whirlpool
Whirlpool
Whirlpool (/ˈwɜːrlpuːl/; from Old English hwirf meaning "to turn" and pol meaning "pool") is a term used in the medical field to describe a type of hydrotherapy treatment.
Definition
A whirlpool is a body of swirling water produced by the meeting of opposing currents. In a medical context, a whirlpool is a therapeutic bath in which part or all of the body is exposed to forceful swirling currents of heated water. The treatment is used to improve circulation, relax muscles, and alleviate pain.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, whirlpool therapy is often used in physical therapy and occupational therapy to treat various conditions. These include arthritis, sprains, muscle strains, post-operative pain, and other musculoskeletal disorders. The warm water and massaging action of the whirlpool can help to relax muscles, increase blood flow, and speed healing.
Related Terms
- Hydrotherapy: The use of water in the treatment of different conditions, including arthritis and related rheumatic complaints.
- Physical Therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.
- Occupational Therapy: The use of particular activities as an aid to recuperation from physical or mental illness.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Whirlpool
- Wikipedia's article - Whirlpool
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