Kneipp’s method
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A therapeutic method elaborated by Father Sebastian Kneipp is based on five pillars:
- Hydro- and balneotherapy
- Movement therapy
- Nutrition therapy
- Herbal therapy
- Ordering therapy
Hydro- and balneotherapy consist in highly developed form of hydrotherapy, oriented towards patient’s individual needs. The water in the liquid or vapor state – when used properly, thanks to its natural thermal, chemical, mechanical and hydroelectric properties – stimulates such reactions of the body that - in consequence - lead to the positive regulation of its all functions.
An active and passive movement therapy contributes to the improvement of the overall condition of the human body and brings well-being. The general physical exercise and the therapeutic one are recommended as well as the Nordic Walking, wandering, bicycle riding, swimming, water exercise and various forms of massage.
A balanced and versatile nutrition therapy includes complete, wholemeal natural products (eco-products), vitamins, minerals, ferments and natural elements. During the therapy, one should give up denaturalized products and drinking or smoking to the considerable extend.
The herbal therapy is based on utilization of the critically tested, natural treatment means, composed of herbs.
An ordering therapy includes the psychosomatic, ecological and sociological conditions of the man. It is based on the important maxim by Father Sebastian Kneipp: “The cause of order lies in preserving restraint. Every ‘too much’, alike every ‘too little’ cause a disease instead of health.” He also used to say:
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