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Catrigg Force in lowish water and relatively clear of storm debris resembles an idyllic hydrotherapy retreat. The plunge pool with its clear waters looks decidedly inviting, with the sound of the white plumes of plunging Dales spring water soothing the weary mind.
This is the first time I've been able to get right up to this location in the narrow gorge and get a clearer shot of the two distinct drops that make up Catrigg Force. The low water levels also make the mossy areas around the waterfall stand out more and makes fort a more interesting shot.
wriggly reflections
meditative breathing
hydrotherapy
Each Friday and Sunday I'm to be found in the 35C water of the Pinder pool for exercise and Ai Chi.
The best is when sunlight filters through the end glass wall and creates quivering rainbows on the surface of the water.
(My camera stays home; I had a little photoshoot back along when I started here....)
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This is the new hydrotherapy suite within the new Winchester Sport and Leisure Park where I am having 1:1 sessions.
That's Tom, top right, the lifeguard on duty when I was there yesterday. The wire netting figures in the courtyard through the window at the end of the pool were created by Michelle Castles, a Lake District based artist.
The water is beautifully warm, the whole experience really therapeutic and I feel fortunate that this facility opened in May this year.
from Winchester City Council website 10/12/2020 :
Located within the courtyard overlooking the suite, the sculptures will be made with wire mesh and will reflect the initial feeling of restriction and how the body can be gradually released from pain.
It is hoped that users of the hydrotherapy pool will benefit from its therapeutic environment and experience a sense of wellbeing and relaxation during their sessions.
How happy I was to be back in the warm water (34/35C) of the hydrotherapy pool at the Leisure Centre after a few weeks' absence due to vertigo/balance issues (no connection with early consumption of Christmas spirit)!
And to be welcomed by the friends I have made there who had wondered where I was/if I was OK....
Crossing the foyer to meet Ray after his swim in the main pool, I met Father Christmas.
I thought him very handsome, so here he is with time to spare!
park in Jeseník, Czech Republic
park otaczający zakład wodoleczniczy w Jaseniku - park surrounding hydrotherapy institute in Lázně Jeseník
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Lázně Jeseník (until 1948 and in German Gräfenberg) is a small village in the Olomouc Region of the Czech Republic. It is administratively part of the city of Jeseník (Freiwaldau).
The place is known for its connection with Vincent Priessnitz, an early proponent of hydrotherapy. Priessnitz had founded the first modern hydrotherapeutic institute in the world here. It is also known for the Sanatorium Priessnitz building (author Leopold Bauer) and many springs.
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Vincenz Priessnitz i zakład wodoleczniczy w Jeseniku
Vincenz Priessnitz (Vincenz Prisnitz, Vincenz Prißnitz, czes. Vincent Priessnitz), (ur. 4 października 1799 w Lázně Jeseník k. Jesionika, zm. 28 listopada 1851 tamże) – samouk w zakresie medycyny niekonwencjonalnej i naturalnej pochodzący z ówczesnego Śląska Austriackiego.
Na obszarze ówczesnych Niemiec i Austrii był uznawany za kontynuatora i wskrzesiciela metod hydroterapii zapoczątkowanych przez Siegmunda Hahna i Johanna Siegmunda Hahna.
W 1826 przybyli pierwsi chorzy kuracjusze spoza najbliższej okolicy zamieszkania Prießnitza. Dla nich też urządził specjalny dom kuracyjny z łaźnią, w której stosował terapie wodne. Już w 1829 roku został przez wielu lekarzy oskarżony o znachorstwo.
Rozprawa zakończyła się uniewinnieniem Prießnitza, gdyż jego metody leczenia opierały się na wyłącznym stosowaniu wody bez współdziałania z jakimikolwiek medykamentami i ziołami. W 1830 roku otrzymał od władz austriackich oficjalne zezwolenie na otworzenie i prowadzenie zakładu kuracyjnego opierającego się na metodach wodoleczniczych.
Wkrótce w łaźni zakładu kuracyjnego zainstalowano olbrzymią na ówczesne czasy wannę o średnicy 10 metrów, w której kuracjusze mogli nawet pływać. Wewnątrz wanny znajdowała się mała fontanna. W 1832 został zmuszony do rozbudowy dobrze prosperującego zakładu, dobudował wówczas nowy budynek z 18 pokojami i wielką salą. Równocześnie w zakładzie kuracyjnym mogło przebywać ok. 100 pacjentów. W 1838 uzyskał pozwolenie na prowadzenie uzdrowiska. Do śmierci Vincenza w 1851 roku z terapii wodnych zakładu skorzystało 36.000 pacjentów. Zakład wodoleczniczy istnieje do dnia dzisiejszego w Lázně Jeseník k. Jesionika w Czechach.
Metody Prießnitza nie były w żadnym stopniu nowatorskie (były raczej kontynuacją i rozwinięciem istniejących metod), przyczyniły się jednak znacznie do spopularyzowania metod wodolecznictwa.
Za rozwój chorób wewnętrznych obwiniał przede wszystkim „złe soki” w organach, które należy z ciała usunąć. Wykorzystywał zimną wodę i zimne okłady jako terapię przy różnych diagnozach, zalecał również specjalne diety oparte na wodzie, mleku i zimnych niedoprawionych potrawach oraz gimnastykę i spacery. Był również zwolennikiem hartowania zdrowia poprzez lodowate prysznice (spadek wody z kilku metrów na pacjentów; pierwszy prysznic jego konstrukcji był po prostu zlokalizowaną na wolnym powietrzu rynną, z której woda ze źródeł spadała na głowy kuracjuszy). Korzystał również z wód leczniczych, lewatyw, kąpieli i saun. Leczył wyłamane stawy kończyn, złamania, wylewy podskórne, reumatyzm, artretyzm, zaparcia oraz choroby układu pokarmowego.
Samodzielnie nie napisał i nie wydał niczego, swoje doświadczenie i metody przekazał córce Jadwidze, która skwapliwie notowała dyktowane przez ojca treści. Notatki te, jako Vincenza Prießnitza Rodzinna Księga Wodna (Vinzenz Prießnitz’sche Familien Wasserbuch), znajdują się obecnie w Instytucie historii medycyny Uniwersytetu Wiedeńskiego.
W 1846, w imieniu cesarza Austrii, za swoją działalność leczniczą został odznaczony złotym medalem zasługi. W parku miejskim w Jesioniku i w Wiedniu w „Parku przy Tureckim Szańcu” (Türkenschanzpark) znajdują się pomniki poświęcone Vincenzowi Prießnitzowi. Na Placu Wolności w Poznaniu znajduje się pomnik greckiej bogini zdrowia Hygiei ufundowany w 1841 r. przez Edwarda hr. Raczyńskiego z inskrypcją poświęconą Priessnitzowi.
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Vincenz Priessnitz and his hydrotherapy spa
Vincenz Priessnitz, also written Prießnitz (sometimes in German Vinzenz, in English Vincent, in Czech Vincenc; 4 October 1799 – 26 November 1851) was a peasant farmer in Gräfenberg, Austrian Silesia, who is generally considered the founder of modern hydrotherapy, which is used in alternative and orthodox medicine[citation needed]. Priessnitz stressed remedies such as suitable food, air, exercise, rest and water, over conventional medicine. He is thus also credited with laying the foundations of what became known as Nature Cure, although it has been noted that his main focus was on hydrotherapeutic techniques. The use of cold water as a curative is recorded in the works of Hippocrates and Galen, and techniques such as spas, bathing, and drinking were used by various physicians in Europe and the US through to the 18th century. The practice was becoming less prevalent entering the 19th century however, until Priessnitz revived the technique after having major success applying it on patients in his spa in Gräfenberg (now Lázně Jeseník). Priessnitz's name first became widely known in the English-speaking world through the publications and lecture tours of Captain R. T. Claridge in 1842 and 1843, after he had stayed at Grafenberg in 1841. However, Priessnitz was already a household name on the European continent, where Richard Metcalfe, in his 1898 biography, stated: "there are hundreds of establishments where the water-cure is carried out on the principles laid down by Priessnitz".Indeed, Priessnitz's fame became so widespread that his death was reported as far away as New Zealand.
‘Such a little thing, a fumbling politeness’
Morrissey
It’s been said before, ‘size matters’, and of course it does. ‘I’ll just have a tiny piece of ‘cake’’, said no one ever! But when it comes to mini cascades, these delicate ‘fumblings’ can be quite beautiful.
There’s nothing more impressive than witnessing a river in full spate after a prolonged downpour as you marvel at the thunderous noise and immense power as the river forces its way through the valley, unless of course it’s taking your home with it!
Many people may think there’s no point in doing waterfall photography in relatively dry spells, however, don’t be dissuaded as the river can put on a very different façade.
This shot was taken at the end of the Ingleton Waterfall Trail and it’s not even one of the named falls, but the scene was simply beautiful; late afternoon with some gorgeous light falling on the multi-coloured rocks and mosses and the fumbling politeness of the water as it almost asks permission to fall over them.
‘Is it ok, can I go now’? Said the River Doe as it winds its way towards the beautiful village of Ingleton.
Yes, I know, I’m delusional, the River Doe, doesn’t give a s*** and it’s coming anyway!
Hydrotherapy has been used for many years to help manage mental health by applying water to the body at different temperatures depending on the ailment, however, to quote Jermaine Stewart, ‘we don’t need to take our clothes off’.
The calming effect of just sitting quietly on a rock, watching the Dippers and Grey Wagtails go about their business as the water delicately fumbles its way down the valley cannot be underestimated.
I think that’s why I have an obsession with waterfalls. It can’t fail to help you ‘Get Better’.
Anyway, that’s enough rambling, here’s some music.
Warning, have your tissues ready!
Ps. I’m starting a petition to adopt ‘a politeness of fumblings’ as the collective noun for a group of small waterfalls. 🤔
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Hydrotherapy, formerly called hydropathy, is a part of medicine and alternative medicine, in particular of naturopathy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy, that involves the use of water for pain relief and treatment.
Die Hydrotherapie ist die methodische Anwendung von Wasser zur Behandlung akuter oder chronischer Beschwerden, zur Stabilisierung von Körperfunktionen, zur Vorbeugung, zur Rehabilitation und/oder zur Regeneration.
I do like to be beside the sea week continues…
Now that we’re back on dry land, and given that it’s the weekend (yay!)… its time to hit the beach for a bit of R&R (OK, I know its -4 outside, just believe in the power of imagination).
R&R
There's not many better ways to de-stress, than to listen to the gentle lapping of waves on the shore, be that on a sunlounger, deck chair, beach towel or plonked right on the sand. I prefer to take my seat into the water for added hydrotherapy!
Added minimalism thanks to Scott's suggestion on one of my earlier shots in this series.
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I've had to down grade the resolution of this image after finding other images on unauthorised sale. I apologise, as it now looks crap and a shadow of its former self.
This is the brand new Winchester Sport and Leisure Park where I have just enjoyed a first session of hydrotherapy. The water was beautifully warm and I spent a blissful half hour, could even walk in the water pain-free.
It was not without a couple of hiccups, both created by me. We (Ray as my carer) were able to take the mobility scooter right into the accessible changing room. I was using the hand-held shower when Ray alerted me to the fact that I was also showering the scooter. In his inimitable manner, he was soon drying it off.
Once in the pool I realised I had kept my specs on so Hollie, the lovely hydrotherapist, put them safely poolside for me.
You've guessed - in the changing room afterwards - no specs. I cautiously opened the door onto the pool. A lifeguard soon came over and fetched them for me.
We had lunch in the café afterwards. I'm looking forward to next week.
Buxton Crescent is the reincarnation of two once-upon-a-time, grand and gracious hotels, well known throughout Georgian England as the premier resting place for stylish spa seekers who came from all over the country to bathe in the thermal waters of Buxton.
It became a spa destination in Roman times, when a settlement was built around a clear, warm-water spring that still sends up more than one million litres a day from the original source underneath the Buxton Crescent.
The Crescent, designed by John Carr of York, houses the hotel and spa and is one of the most architecturally significant buildings in England. This makes staying in this 18th century building, together with chandeliers, painted ceilings, stained glass windows and fluted columns, feel more luxurious.
In a historic setting, Buxton Crescent offers traditional hydrotherapy, luxury spa treatments, lifestyle programmes and healthy cuisine, all the five-star amenities that discerning health travellers look for.
Its position in the heart of Buxton means that visitors can also explore a year-round programme of activities within the town and the Peak District.
An early morning start on Sunday saw me in the hydrotherapy pool at 9 o'clock, then the two of us enjoying breakfast in Winchester, afterwards walking along to the community arts centre, The Arc, to visit the current exhibition: 'Beauty of the Earth: The Art of May, Jane & William Morris" in The Gallery.
While Ray presented our annual tickets I was distracted by some of the art on the walls and on rejoining him, I thought to ask Oliver manning the reception desk to participate in my strangers' portrait project. He was happy with the idea and I took a few shots, thinking that the colourful art made a good backdrop.
Finding that Oliver has full-time work at The Arc, I wondered what he likes to do in his free time. He explained his great interest and passion for designing and drawing character illustrations. It is just a hobby right now but he has had a couple of submissions accepted and told me his dream ambition would be to find work as an illustrator, designing characters for cartoons and other animations.
This all being new to me, I searched on Google for more information and found: Character Illustration: In film, animation, and video games, the illustrator is involved in creating characters. This includes conceiving appearance, clothing, facial expressions and gestures.
At home, the family have Ruby, a lively 2-year-old cockerpoo, for company.
(Oliver did mention that I had taken a portrait of one of his colleagues a while ago - not too sure if my reputation going before me is good or bad.................)
I thanked Oliver, found Ray looking at some artwork, and we continued into The Gallery. No photography allowed inside the exhibition room of course. I did note that William Morris had written a novel: 'News from Nowhere'. As we came out, Oliver was still at reception and I asked if he knew about it.
He did know somebody who had read the book and who had seen it as an antidote to some of the dystopian writings of George Orwell. Whereupon I mentioned I had just read Orwell's diaries, which revealed him to be quite domesticated, a keen gardener and 'homebody' interested in the natural world - something of a revelation for me.
A lovely and fruitful encounter: I did offer photos to Oliver but he declined in the nicest possible way saying that if I thought his portrait worthy he was happy, likewise responding to my offer for a link to this post he said he would trust me in respect of the content.
This is my #145 submission to the Human Family Group. To view more street portraits and stories visit:
Our guided hydrotherapy ritual, which includes an herbal steam, eucalyptus inhalation, Swiss shower, pressure shower, sauna, whirlpool, cold plunge lagoon, and hydro reflexology area deliver the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation. Enhance your spa session with an assortment of herbal teas or a refreshing chlorophyll drink.
Nuestro ritual de hidroterapia guiado, el cuál incluye vapor con hierbas, inhalación de eucalipto, baño suizo, regadera a presión, sauna, tina de hidromasaje, laguna de agua fría, y área de hidroreflexología, le ofrece lo último en relación y rejuvenecimiento. Mejora tu sesión de spa con una variedad de infusiones de hierbas una refrescante bebida de clorofila.
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Anne Elizabeth "Annie" Darwin was a daughter of the naturalist Charles Darwin and of his wife Emma. She was sick, probably with tuberculosis, and was taken to the spa town of Malvern in Worcestershire to try to be cured with hydrotherapy. It didn't work and she died and was buried in Malvern.
Hot Spring Mud Baths at Beppu, Japan.
Vintage real photo postcard, circa 1930, with a DOPS stampbox, uncirculated, publisher unknown.
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I shot this almost three years ago, I'd love to go back and shoot it again because I hate the way I framed it. But, I've been thinking about passed explore lately so here it is.
Olive has been hopping on her back leg on and off for a while, vet visits & x-ray were inconclusive, but a recent CT scan (crazy expensive!) diagnosed a luxating patella. Basically her knee cap pops out sometimes. Apparently its very common in small dogs & can require surgery, but Olive's LP is mild at the moment, so she was prescribed hydrotherapy to strengthen the knee and address any weight bearing issues. She took it all in her stride and I will see how she goes in the coming months. She still runs around happily and no signs of arthritis, ligament damage or hip issues, so that's good.
Yes we are still around! I don't take as many photos, my camera is temperamental at times & I can't afford another :( Cats are ok & Margo & Evie. Evie's had a couple of wobbly episodes with her legs, but 'just' age & arthritis. She does well mostly. I just worry about them all!
Race Horses from the nearby Garrison Racetrack take their early morning dip at the Pebbles Beach, Carlisle Bay, Barbados.
taken from the KC Star --
Ebony Patterson, of Jamaica, used an abandoned hydrotherapy pool for children in Swope Park, and transformed the site into a memorial for those who suffered from incurable ailments in the years before penicillin was developed.
Open Spaces Art Exhibit
Swope Park - KCMO
Mike D.
This is an amazing place! You can have a sulfurous water bath, very realaxing.
The water is naturally sulfurous: the park has nine different water springs, two of them with high sulfur concentration. And they don't taste bad!
A tub at South Carolina State Hospital
"The daily life of patients was controlled and simple; early to bed and early to rise was an asylum rule. They awoke around 5 AM, ate breakfast on the ward at 6 o'clock, and awaited the superintendent's rounds at 8 AM... They ate dinner in the early evening and retired to bed at 9:30 PM. Medicines and hydrotherapy were issued in the morning after breakfast or at night after dinner."
"The Architecture of Madness: Insane Asylums in the United States"
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, also known as the Weston State Hospital, located in Weston, WV. Construction on the hospital began in 1858, with the first patients admitted in 1864. The hospital, designed to hold 250 patients, eventually housed over 2,400 at its peak. The Asylum ceased operations in 1994. During its operation, patients were subjected to a range of now-controversial treatments, including lobotomies, electroconvulsive therapy, insulin shock therapy, and hydrotherapy. Today, the asylum is best known for its historic and paranormal tours, offering a glimpse into both its architecture and the history of mental health treatment in the United States.
Nikon D850 with Nikkor 19mm PC-E F4 perspective correction lens. F11, ISO 400. Oben tripod with an Arca-Swiss C1 cube 3-way geared head.
Hydrotherapy tub inside an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Like many other facilities for the people suffering from mental illness there are many horror stories of physical, sexual & emotional abuse surrounding this facility. Random beatings, electric shock, and other atrocities were rampant throughout this facility. If you spoke up about such incidents you'd be met with swift justice from the staff members. The facility operated from 1968 through until 2008. Two years later a class-action lawsuit against the province for physical and emotional abuse that is alleged to have taken place at the centre.
Although there are no bars on any of the facilities windows, there is a thick, heavy mesh screen that would take quite a bit of effort to pierce. I was looking for an additional way out & getting through that screen was not happening.