Thalassotherapy is a combination of two Greek words – thalla meaning sea and therapia meaning treatment. Thus, Thalassotherapy is medical use of sea water. This is because the properties of sea water are believed to have positive effects upon the pores of the skin. Sea water has traces of elements like calcium, potassium, magnesium, iodide and sodium,



Hydrotherapy, also known as hydropathy is a technique which makes use of water in treating diseases. This therapy uses water to revitalize, maintain and restore health. Hydrotherapy uses temperature effects and includes saunas, foot baths, steam baths, sitz baths and the application of hot and cold water compresses.