Heat and Cold Treatments – targeted relief from pain, inflammation and tension
Heat and cold therapies are a proven part of spa treatment at Spa Resort Sanssouci in Karlovy Vary.
Applying heat or cold to selected parts of the body brings targeted pain relief, reduces inflammation and supports healing.
Treatment procedure and effects
Heat treatments
Local application of deep heat brings relaxation and supports healing in cases of:
- inflammatory and degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system
- problems of the digestive tract, respiratory tract, urinary and gynaecological organs
- metabolic and neurological disorders
Heat improves blood flow, relieves muscle tension and helps with chronic pain.
Cold treatments
Cold can be applied locally or to the whole body – depending on the type of problem. Depending on its intensity, it has the following effects:
- reducing pain and swelling (superficial effect)
- slowing down the metabolism and inflammatory processes (deeper effect)
It is used for:
- bruises, sprains, arthritis and muscle cramps
- swelling or spastic neurological disorders
We recommend heat and cold treatments for:
- musculoskeletal pain
- chronic inflammatory and rheumatic diseases
- chronic neurological problems
- injuries and post-operative conditions
- circulatory disorders and muscle imbalances
Contraindications
The treatments are not suitable in cases of:
- acute conditions (fever, infection, injuries)
- acute inflammations or cancer
- pregnancy and other high-risk conditions
Recommendation: Each application is chosen individually on the basis of an examination and the recommendation of the spa physician.
Include heat or cold treatments in your wellness or spa stay in Karlovy Vary and let heat or cold help your body to calm down and regenerate at Spa Resort Sanssouci.
Book your stay and regain balance and relief without strain.