Author: Wright, Becky

Source: Journal of Substance Use, Volume 11, Number 2, April 2006 , pp. 151-159(9)

Publisher: Informa Healthcare

Abstract:

There is a lack of non‐pharmacological options for the treatment of people with substance misuse problems. However, service users often mention their use of steam rooms and home baths to help aid their problem of detoxification and aid relaxation of muscle cramps. These anecdotes prompted this current review, to establish whether spa bathing is used for this purpose and whether there is any evidence of its effectiveness. The review was carried out in 2003 and includes a literature review together with written and oral responses from individuals and organizations. The review provided an overview of the extent of uses of spa bathing and describes a variety of examples.

Keywords: Substance misuse; spa treatment; water therapy

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14659890600625858

Affiliations: 1: Somerset Partnership NHS and Social Care Trust

Publication date: 2006-04-01

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