What is a Spanish cloak
What is a Spanish cloak
The phrase "Spanish cloak" is associated withgloomy Middle Ages and inquisitorial tortures, but in fact it is just a medical procedure that has been undeservedly forgotten, and now again gaining popularity.
Spanish cloak: what is this procedure
The procedure "Spanish cloak" is one of thethe most common in hydrotherapy due to its simple and high efficiency. It is a wet wrap. The benefits of water to the body were known before, and for the first time a wet wrap was practiced in ancient Rome. In the 18th century, similar procedures were actively used to treat joints and cleanse the entire body. The essence of this wellness activity is the following: a large sheet made of cotton cloth is wetted in cold water, then a naked patient is wrapped in it, and then wrapped in warm blankets so that only the head remains open. The duration of the procedure is one and a half to two hours, after which a warm shower is needed.The term "Spanish cloak" was introduced by German physiotherapist Sebastian Kneipp, who fell ill with tuberculosis in his youth and won the disease thanks to hydrotherapy.
The use of the procedure "Spanish cloak"
In essence, the procedure "Spanish cloak" isa kind of bath without its negative consequences. Due to prolonged stay in a humid environment without access to oxygen, the process of intensive sweating begins in the body, together with it slags and toxins are discharged. It is believed that regular moist wraps lead to a better result and contribute to the purification of internal organs, in particular, kidneys and liver. In addition, the "Spanish cloak" is one of the ways to influence the human nervous system - so they treat insomnia, nervous exhaustion, states of excessive excitement. At present, the procedure is again in demand because of the great popularity of SPA-salons, where it is presented as part of an effective weight loss program. However, unlike many activities to improve the body and soul, conducted in these specialized centers, a damp wrap is also available at home.Often, a moist wrap is combined with aromatherapy, it is believed that due to a more relaxed state, these procedures together are more effective.
