Hydrotherapy for Autism

As a parent of a child with autism, you are always on the lookout for ways to help your child be the best they can be. When you come across something that can bring enjoyment and help your child, you jump on it. A hot tub, even a small Softub t140, could be just that. Recently, hot tubs have been gaining in popularity as a way to help manage some of the symptoms that often accompany autism. Because there is such a wide range of symptoms that can accompany autism, we are going to focus on two of the more common symptoms that a hot tub can help with.

Improved Social Behavior

The first is improved social behavior. A recent study indicated that children with autism who soaked in water with a temperature of 102 degrees showed improved social behavior when compared to children who soaked in water that was 98 degrees. The doctors conducting this study believe that the heat of the water triggers the body to release anti-inflammatory signals. These combat the inflammation that is caused by an overactive immune system commonly found in children with autism. As an added social benefit, children are able to practice socializing with others as they soak in the calming water.

Sensory Processing Assistance

Another benefit of hydrotherapy for children with autism is assisting in sensory processing. It is very common for autistic children to have strong reactions to overstimulation. The warm water of a portable hot tub has an amazing ability to help calm children when they are in sensory overload. Once their senses have calmed it is easier for the child to reenter the situation in a more relaxed state.

A Softub Could Help

Clearly, these benefits are exciting and it would be ideal if you had a hot tub in your home so you could get maximum results. With the added work of caring for a child with special needs, the thought of maintaining a hot tub too can be quite overwhelming. A Softub could be a great solution. Softubs bring all of these same benefits while being easy to maintain and cost-effective. Best of all they only require a flat surface and a regular outlet to run, so you don’t have to deal with a construction project.

When it comes to your child’s health you would do anything to bring them relief. A Softub soft-sided hot tub is a great way to help your child and it could even bring you a little relaxation too.