What is Hot Wax Therapy?

Posted on April 2, 2009 in Latest News

Do you often complain about aching hand and leg joints? Or do you have dry, rough and cracked feet and hands? In case you are experiencing any of such conditions then hot wax bath is the ultimate solution for your problems. Besides treating your aching joints and cracked and rough hands and feet it also soothes, relax and conditions your skin.

History of Hot Wax Therapy:
The history of paraffin therapy or hot wax therapy dates back during the Roman Empire. During that era Romans use to pour hot wax of their body as a preparation for massage therapy. Later French people used melted wax on wounds so as to stimulate healing process. Whereas in World War I paraffin therapy was used as a protocol for treating orthopedic disorders in military hospitals.

What is Hot Wax Bath?
Now-a-days you can easily find special instruments for hot wax bath. A specially formulated wax is automatically heated in a container. With the help of a regulator you can maintain the temperature of the wax that is safe for your skin. Once the wax is melted, you dip your hand or feet in that hot wax. Then you remove your hand or feet and allow it air dry for 2 minutes. Then you repeat this process at least for 5-10 minutes.

After your hand or feet is covered with sufficient layers of hot wax, wrap it with the plastic bag you get it in the kit. This helps in protecting your clothes and furniture from wax stains. And allow it stand for at least 15 minutes. Once the wax is hardened, it can be peeled off easily.

Benefits of Hot Wax Therapy:
Besides treating aching hand and feet joints or cracked feet, hot wax therapy is also used for relieving different conditions. Some of the conditions are listed below:

Hot wax therapy is widely used treating sports related injuries. Besides the above mentioned benefits, hot wax therapy also moisturizes the skin, enhances circulation, opens pores and gives a sense of calmness. Lastly hot wax therapy is not recommended for people suffering from varicose veins, hypertension and diabetes. Before following hot wax therapy it is necessary that you consult your physical therapist.

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