Thalassotherapy

The term for thalassotherapy derives from the Greek word thalassos, meaning "sea" and relates to the medical use of seawater. Wide variety of natural treatments is incorporated in this therapy which has highly positive effect on the skin, relieves stress and improves the overall sense for well-being. The therapy is applied in different variations such as showers of warmed seawater (Vichy shower), application of algae paste or marine mud, as well as inhalation of sea fog. Elements of the seawater such as magnesium, calcium, sodium and sulphates are believed to have beneficial effects on the pores of the skin. The other components such as various types of seaweed contribute positively with their antibiotic, bacteriostatic and antiviral properties.

As a result the thalassotherapy may help you to relax but also fights with the symptoms of aging, reduces the cellulite and rejuvenate your body. The marine and ocean environment will melt away the stress of everyday life and treat positively your body and mind. Thalassotherapy helps with diseases, such as respiratory diseases (e.g. asthma and bronchitis), circulatory diseases (e.g. arteriosclerosis and hypertension) and muscle atrophy, as well as has anti-inflammatory effect on rheumatism and arthritis. In general, seawater treatments have positive impact on the immune system and improve the quality of the sleep, like the fangotherapy.