Hydrotherapy Collection

Person approaching the cold bath pool at sunset, Arctic Bath Spa and wellness Hotel, Harads, Lapland, Sweden

Vichy - Source Lucas spring at the spa
Vichy, France - Source Lucas spring water at the spa. Water Temperature recorded at 28 degrees. One of the many different sources in the Grande Palais des Sources at Vichy

Sea bathing at Brighton for one's health - 'victims bathing from machines supervised by the formidable bathing
2603093 Sea bathing at Brighton for one's health - 'victims bathing from machines supervised by the formidable bathing women

Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge
2603074 Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge. Used for many conditions from constipation to rheumatism

Gaston Bozerain's pedal-driven douche which stimulated the system simultaneously with cold water and exercise
2603064 Gaston Bozerain's pedal-driven douche which stimulated the system simultaneously with cold water and exercise

Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900
2603096 Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900.; (add.info.: Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton, Sussex, England. Engraving from ''The European Magazine''
2603094 Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton, Sussex, England. Engraving from ''The European Magazine'', London, 1803.; (add.info.: Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton)

Head Bath: After 15-30 minutes in warm water, cold water was poured over the head
2603079 Head Bath: After 15-30 minutes in warm water, cold water was poured over the head. For ''high fevers, and in early stges of colig and cholera morbus''

Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a jet. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis
2603063 Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a jet. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis. Hot and cold douches often applied alternately

Hydrotheraphy treatments, c.1902 (engraving)
540822 Hydrotheraphy treatments, c.1902 (engraving); (add.info.: . Steam pack with hot water bottles shown open and closed (top ). Stimulating the larynx with cold water (middle)

Matlock Spa, Derbyshire, England. Late 18th century (copperplate print published when it became fashionable to)
542029 Matlock Spa, Derbyshire, England. Late 18th century (copperplate print published when it became fashionable to 'Take the waters'); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A hot vapour bath: Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders, sciatica, and obesety
2603090 A hot vapour bath: Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders, sciatica, and obesety. From ''The School of Health'', Watford

Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15
2603083 Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath

Captain Jekyll's portable vapour bath which he carried with him on his travels. Woodcut, London, 1833
2603081 Captain Jekyll's portable vapour bath which he carried with him on his travels. Woodcut, London, 1833.; (add.info)

Shallow or Half-Bath - water at 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Treatment for many conditions from swollen joints
2603077 Shallow or Half-Bath - water at 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Treatment for many conditions from swollen joints , epilepsy and delirium tremens

St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales
2603071 St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales; (add.info.: St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales)

Smedley's Hydropathic Establishment, Matlock Bank, Derbyshire. Engraving from ''Practical
2603066 Smedley's Hydropathic Establishment, Matlock Bank, Derbyshire. Engraving from ''Practical Hydropathy'', London, 1870

The thermal baths of Cascina
2014285 The thermal baths of Cascina; (add.info.: Thermalsime. Geography. Italy. The spa of Cascina, around Pisa. Leaflet, Italy, ca 1910.); Photo © CCI.

Budapest, outdoor pool of the Gellert's Spa
2014318 Budapest, outdoor pool of the Gellert's Spa; (add.info.: Coll. Part. Geography. Hungary. Budapest, outdoor pool of the Gellert's Spa. Postcard, Hungary, ca 1930.); Photo © CCI

Electric light bath, invented by Dr J.H. Kellogg. Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders
2603091 Electric light bath, invented by Dr J.H. Kellogg. Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders, sciatica, and obesety

Bath Spa, England: Patient taking a localised hot vapour bath. Engraving, Paris, 1892
2603086 Bath Spa, England: Patient taking a localised hot vapour bath. Engraving, Paris, 1892.; (add.info.: Bath Spa, England, Patient taking a localised hot vapour bath)

Hip- or Sitz-Bath: Patient sat in cold water for 5 to 30 minutes. For ''debility of external muscles of
2603076 Hip- or Sitz-Bath: Patient sat in cold water for 5 to 30 minutes. For ''debility of external muscles of the abodomen, caused by excessive use of tea and coffee''

Hydrotheraphy treatments, c.1902 (engraving)
540825 Hydrotheraphy treatments, c.1902 (engraving).; (add.info.: Walking foot bath, nasal douche, foot bath and head bath)

Mr Punch following fashion and taking a Turkish Bath. Cartoon from ''Punch'', London, 1861
2603092 Mr Punch following fashion and taking a Turkish Bath. Cartoon from ''Punch'', London, 1861.; (add.info.: Mr Punch following fashion and taking a Turkish Bath)

Bath Spa, England: Patient in the massage room. Engraving, Paris, 1892
2603085 Bath Spa, England: Patient in the massage room. Engraving, Paris, 1892.; (add.info.: Bath Spa, England, Patient in the massage room. Engraving, Paris, 1892.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Partial vapour bath for chest and face. From ''The Household Medical Adviser'', London, 1905
2603084 Partial vapour bath for chest and face. From ''The Household Medical Adviser'', London, 1905.; (add.info.: Partial vapour bath for chest and face)

Hydrotherapy treatments, c.1902 (engraving)
540819 Hydrotherapy treatments, c.1902 (engraving); (add.info.: Wet packs for treating the the kidney (top) and spine (middle). Bottom: sitz-bath and half-bath

Hydrotherapy treatments, c.1902 (engraving)
540816 Hydrotherapy treatments, c.1902 (engraving); (add.info.: Wet packs for the treatment of the whole body and for specific areas)

Box Steam Bath. From ''The Household Medical Adviser'', London, 1905
2603097 Box Steam Bath. From ''The Household Medical Adviser'', London, 1905.; (add.info.: Box Steam Bath)

Patient being treated in the douche. Engraving from ''Aix-les-Bains'', London, 1884, by L. Brachet
2603065 Patient being treated in the douche. Engraving from ''Aix-les-Bains'', London, 1884, by L. Brachet; (add.info.: Patient being treated in the douche)

Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant settling a patient for a 15 minute steam bath
2603082 Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant settling a patient for a 15 minute steam bath, after which he would be moved to a bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat.; (add.info)

Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge
2603080 Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge. Used for many conditions from constipation to rheumatism

Plunge Bath: after vapour baths, wet packs and dripping sheets, patients were totally immersed in the plunge bath
2603078 Plunge Bath: after vapour baths, wet packs and dripping sheets, patients were totally immersed in the plunge bath

Cold Douche: used to ''arouse the activity of the absorbent system''
2603075 Cold Douche: used to ''arouse the activity of the absorbent system''. Treatment for swelling and stiff joints, gout, constipation, etc

Medicine. Physical Therapy. Sports room at the Spa of Vittel. Postcard, France, c.1910
2636412 Medicine. Physical Therapy. Sports room at the Spa of Vittel. Postcard, France, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Medecine. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a watering can. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis
2603054 Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a watering can. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis. Hot and cold douches often applied alternately

The Foot Bath (Drying Out). Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Foot Bath (Drying Out)

The Metropolitian Baths - the Douche and Shower Bath Room, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitian Baths - the Douche and Shower Bath Room, 1858....there has scarcely existed in the metropolis [ie London] a convenient bathing establishment [however]...a company has

Arctic Bath Spa and wellness Hotel with open-air pool for cold baths, Harads, Lapland, Sweden

Arctic Bath Spa Hotel, Harads, Lapland, Sweden

Foot bath, c. 1850 / 60. Creator: Lyman Fenton & Co
Foot bath, c. 1850/60

Foot Tub, c. 1939. Creator: Paul Poffinbarger
Foot Tub, c. 1939

Kneipp Cure (colour litho)
6032026 Kneipp Cure (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kneipp Cure.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Treated Like Garden Shrubs - The Water Cure
This is the way we are treated, as if we were garden shrubs - The Water Cure. 1870

This is what we call the cold fillip - The Water Cure
This is what we call the cold Fillip - The Water Cure. 1870

They have invented a Rain Bath - The Water Cure
As if there were not cruelties enough, they have actually invented a rain bath - The Water Cure. 1870

The Wet Sheet Promenade - The Water Cure
The wet sheet promenade, waiting to be unwound - The Water Cure. 1870

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Experience the ultimate rejuvenation with hydrotherapy, a blissful retreat for the mind, body, and soul. As the person approaches the cold bath pool at sunset in Lapland, Sweden's Arctic Bath Spa and Wellness Hotel, a sense of tranquility washes over them. The serene surroundings of this unique spa create an oasis of relaxation amidst nature's beauty. At Vichy - Source Lucas spring at the spa, immerse yourself in healing waters that have been renowned for their therapeutic properties for centuries. Let your worries melt away as you indulge in this ancient practice that promotes physical and mental well-being. The Arctic Bath Spa and Wellness Hotel beckons with its open-air pool specially designed for invigorating cold baths. Embrace the bracing chill as you soak in these icy waters surrounded by breathtaking Lapland scenery. This extraordinary hotel offers an unforgettable experience where luxury meets nature. Step back in time to witness the evolution through history. From a foot bath dating back to 1850/60 created by Lyman Fenton & Co. , to Paul Poffinbarger's innovative foot tub from 1939 – these artifacts remind us of our enduring fascination with water's healing powers. Discover Kneipp Cure, a colorful lithograph depicting another facet of hydrotherapy's rich heritage. This holistic approach emphasizes water treatments to promote wellness and balance within the body. Transport yourself to St. Raphael aboard P. L. M Trains through a captivating poster advertising their services – highlighting how even travel was intertwined with hydrotherapy experiences during earlier times. Delve into intriguing glimpses from "The Water Cure" era when individuals were treated like garden shrubs – nurtured and revitalized through various water therapies such as rain baths or wet sheet promenades. These practices demonstrate humanity's ceaseless quest for well-being throughout history. Hydrotherapy is not merely about physical restoration; it is an immersive journey towards inner harmony.