Water Therapy at Bourbonne-les-Bains, France
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Water Therapy at Bourbonne-les-Bains, France
Water Therapy at Bourbonne-les-Bains - a commune in the Haute-Marne department in northeastern France. A lady lies naked on her side, whilst an attendant at the spa hoses her down with a (rather fearsome) jet of water. This treatment appears to have the power to cure a wide raft of ailments (including rheumatism, gout, trauma, sciatica and gynaecological complaints). The thermal springs were known to the Gauls and to the Romans who built baths on the site. Date: 1907
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alternative Attendant Bath Bathing Baths Couch Cure Haute Health Hose Hosing Lies Lying Marne Naked Powerful Showers Soaking Spray Spraying Spring Springs Therapy Thermal Treatment
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Water Therapy at Bourbonne-les-Bains: A Timeless Healing Tradition This evocative image captures the essence of Water Therapy at Bourbonne-les-Bains, a commune in northeastern France renowned for its therapeutic thermal springs since ancient times. In this photograph from 1907, a lady lies naked on her side, receiving the invigorating treatment from an attendant. The powerful jet of water, emanating from the hose held by the attendant, appears both fearsome and therapeutic. Water Therapy, also known as hydrotherapy, has been used for centuries to alleviate a wide range of ailments, including rheumatism, gout, trauma, sciatica, and gynaecological complaints. The thermal springs of Bourbonne-les-Bains were known to the Gauls and the Romans, who built baths on the site to harness the healing properties of the water. The lady's relaxed, reclined position on the couch, her eyes closed, suggests the soothing and calming effect of the treatment. The attendant's focused expression and the precise angle of the hose indicate the skill and expertise required to administer the therapy effectively. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the alternative medical practices of the past. The use of water as a therapeutic agent remains a popular and effective method for promoting health and well-being, making this photograph a poignant reminder of the enduring power of nature's healing properties.
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