Restorative
JHK
from Dr JH Kellogg's Hydriatic Techniques...
A general reactionary Excitant effect to invigorate and refresh
Methods of treating exhaustion or collapse. Usually cold showers or short hot bath.
General single cold applications, from washing face in cold water to Cold Douche
- Cold Mitten Friction is nearly always safe
Indications:
- Exhaustion after hard work especially in summer...
- To prevent Heatstroke
- Collapse in Fevers
- short Hot Tub Bath (2-4 min 40-43°C) followed by
- Cold Mitten Friction
Contraindications:
- chilliness
- Extreme exhaustion (only to head, face, neck and spine)
- cold sweat or cyanotic, dry skin
- fever