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OKTO - Physiotherapy
ul. "Zlaten rog" 16А, 1407 g.k. Lozenets, Sofia, Bulgaria
Watsu
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OKTO - Physiotherapy
ul. "Zlaten rog" 16А, 1407 g.k. Lozenets, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Watsu at OKTO - Physiotherapy
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What you need to know about Watsu in Sofia
Watsu is a form of water therapy (hydrotherapy) that involves massages, stretches, and acupressure in warm water. Watsu comes from the words water and Shiatsu (meaning “finger pressure” in Japanese) is a traditional Japanese massage that can reduce stress and ease neck, shoulder, and back pain using acupressure.
Watsu can be performed on different groups of people, including children, adults, seniors, athletes, and pregnant mothers. It has many benefits but is most commonly used to ease pain and tension that is caused by a range of conditions. It may provide relief for those who have:
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Low back pain
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Muscle tension
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Chronic pain
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Discomfort during pregnancy
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Stress-related conditions
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Post-traumatic stress disorder
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Sleep disorders
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Neurological conditions (such as multiple sclerosis)
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Fibromyalgia
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Spinal cord injury
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Injury rehabilitation.
This type of therapy can be used to improve joint mobility and physical movement as well.
What's the Recovery Time?
There is no recovery time after Watsu sessions. You can usually go back to your normal routine, including work and exercise, immediately after the procedure. However, this depends on your specific condition. For instance, if you have spinal cord injury, your therapist and doctors may recommend you to take some time off work until you have fully recovered. Talk to your therapist and/or doctor regarding the specific recovery period for your individual case.
What's the Success Rate?
Watsu is a safe procedure with high success rates. Several studies revealed that there is a positive correlation between pain relief and Watsu. In a 2013 study, 12 people with fibromyalgia had reduced symptoms after completing 15 sessions. A 2019 study showed that a group of children with juvenile arthritis experience less pain after Watsu.
It is also proven to reduce anxiety. According to a small 2014 case report, someone with temporomandibular disorders have lower anxiety levels after they underwent Watsu.
While it is safe and effective, it does have several drawbacks and side effects. Since it is a passive therapy, you must be willing to let your therapist do the movement for you. This means that you will be in close contact with your therapist, which may feel uncomfortable for some people. Watsu may worsen several conditions, such as fever, bowel incontinence, skin infections, and uncontrolled epilepsy. Therefore, make sure to avoid Watsu if you have these conditions.
Other Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Procedures Available at OKTO - Physiotherapy
Ultrasound Therapy
Balance and Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy
Bone and Joint Screening
Chiropractic Adjustment
Chiropractic Treatment
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Treatment
Cryotherapy
Decompression Therapy
Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Treatment
Hydrotherapy
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Neurologic Physical Therapy
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Consultation
Rehabilitation
Speech Therapy
Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
Stroke Rehabilitation
Therapy for Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
Electro-Lymphatic Therapy (ELT)
Acupuncture
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Doctors at OKTO - Physiotherapy
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Dr Panagiotis Tsimplis
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Mr Dragomir Nikov
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Mr Kostas Bitakos
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Ms Angela Nedeva
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Ms Marta Nedeva
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