Halo Therapy
Dry Salt Therapy,also known as Halo Therapy
In the 1840’s in Europe, it was discovered that miners working in salt mines had healthy lungs and skin from the frequent exposure to salt. It became a popular event to go to salt caves for treatment of upper respiratory disease and some skin conditions. The therapy was called Speleotherapy or therapy in an underground salt cave.
The lungs and skin play a crucial role in our pets’ health. With each exhale, the lungs breathe out toxins. With each inhale, oxygen is delivered to the tissues. The skin is the body’s protection, acting as the largest organ of excretion and absorption.
Salt Therapy involves the use of medical-grade sodium chloride, which is finely micronized into a dust-like form. During a session, your pet sits inside a booth or room filled with this “cloud” of salt, which lands on their skin, in the eyes and is inhaled into their lungs. Salt has anti-inflammatory benefits and acts like an expectorant, accelerating mucus clearance and improving lung function while killing harmful bacteria and soothing the respiratory system.
The salt is very absorbent and acts as both a scrubbing brush on the ciliary lining (the little hairs inside the airways that carry debris out of the body) and a sponge absorbing toxins. The salt is a natural disinfectant, acting as an antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal agent.
Respiratory Conditions to Consider the Use of Salt Therapy
Allergies,
Asthma,
Bronchitis or Tracheobronchitis,
Pneumonia, Colds, rhinitis, sinus infections and,
C#ncer in the airways.
Skin Conditions To Consider The Use Of Salt Therapy
Dermatitis (skin infections), “hot spots”, or seborrhoea. I have successfully treated eye infections with Dry Salt Therapy as well
Some pets may experience a slight cough or decongestion during or after the session, which is a positive sign that the therapy is working by drawing out phlegm and clearing the airways.
We no longer have to travel to salt caves in Poland, we can now experience dry salt therapy in a salt booth or salt room where the temperatures and salt concentration are controlled.
Salt Therapy is not only highly effective, but it’s also fast and affordable. Most sessions last just ten minutes, making it a quick and convenient treatment for busy pet parents. Your pet may require one session or multiple, depending on the severity of their condition.
Halo therapy should be used as part of a wellness program (you don’t need to wait until your fur baby is sick to use this) as it is a wonderful, non-invasive therapy that promotes respiratory and skin health along with promoting overall well-being.
Consider incorporating Halo Therapy into your pet’s detox program!