Who doesn't love the feeling of slipping into a bubbling jet tub?

If you're one of the 24 percent of Americans who suffer from arthritis, it's about more than just indulgence. Hydrotherapy can be a lifeline, helping to ease those aching joints. 

But whether you have arthritis or not, there are many good reasons to take your bathroom to the next level with a jet tub. Let's explore why.

What Is Hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy refers to any treatment involving water. In the home setting, hydrotherapy can help with relaxation, loosening muscles, and taking the pressure off your joints. 

Air bubbles passing through warm water can help to promote physical well-being. These jets can relieve discomfort in people with chronic illnesses, such as arthritis. They help the muscles to relax and increase circulation. 

Mental Health Benefits

You can soak your stress away in luxurious splendor in a hydrotherapy jet tub. 

As well as providing stress relief after a long day, hydrotherapy can also help your body to release endorphins. Endorphins are your body's natural painkillers.

Better Sleep

Whatever age we are, we all want to get off to drop off easily and get a solid night's sleep. Incorporating some time in your jet tub into your nightly routine could help you do just that. 

Some small-scale studies have shown that in older adults and people with fibromyalgia, a soak in a hot tub can help them to achieve deeper sleep. So if you find it hard to unwind after a long day, a jet tub could be a natural way to achieve a great night's sleep.

How Does a Custom Hydrotherapy Jet Tub Work?

There are various types of jet tubs on the market. Some work by creating a warm, bubbly environment, full of tiny air bubbles. This is extremely relaxing and comforting and can help to induce a feeling of calm.

Others provide targeted jets to specific areas that you want to treat. 

More Powerful Isn't Always Better

Remember the feeling of standing under a very high-pressure shower? It can be quite painful and produce a pins and needles sensation. That's not what you want in a custom hydrotherapy tub.

Rather than looking for the most powerful hydrotherapy tub, look for the one that meets your needs. You may simply want a 360° experience that promotes general relaxation, blood flow, and soothes aching muscles.

Alternatively, the right option for you may be a tub that can provide a hydromassage. This type of tub targets particular areas of the body with strategically located jets. This can help to relax the muscles in that area while stimulating circulation.

This can help to soothe joints that are stiff and aching and even improve their flexibility.

Take Your Bathroom to the Next Level

If you really want to kick your bathroom game up a notch, you need to consider a custom hydrotherapy jet tub. Recently, there has been a trend for traditional, high-sided, freestanding bathtubs. That has meant jet tubs are sometimes overlooked.

Many bathrooms simply don't have the space for freestanding tubs. And no matter how luxurious the experience of soaking in one of those tubs may seem, they simply don't have as many benefits as hydrotherapy. Plus, if you're struggling with stiff joints, they're difficult to get in and out of.

If you want your bathroom to benefit your well-being as well as look great, a hydrotherapy tub is the best option. 

Appeal to a Wider Audience

It's always good to have one eye on the housing market. It's true, most people don't put jet tub at the top of their list when they're looking for a new home. But lots of people will love the idea.

If there aren't many other homes with jet tubs in the area, having one could make your home stand out from the crowd.

Also, think about the type of home you own. Is it one that is all on one level, and may appeal to an older homeowner or someone with disabilities? They may appreciate the inclusion of a jet tub. 

What if I Don't Have a Bathtub?

Don't worry, the solution is converting your existing shower into a tub with a shower. 

One of the most popular solutions is to install a walk-in tub. Bathe or shower comfortably and safely, without worrying about slips, trips, and falls. 

You won't miss out on hydrotherapy with a walk-in bathtub. Adjustable air jets allow you to direct the water exactly where you need it.

How to Find the Right Jet Tub Company

Are you considering renovating your bathroom? There are benefits to using a specialist company for your bathtub installation.

Specialist shower and bath companies do nothing else. They know how to design your installation so that it fits your bathroom perfectly. They're experts in adapting traditional baths and showers and installing jet tub and walk-in options. 

They also work fast. They can turn around most bathrooms in just a couple of days, or even less. You can choose to get the work done as a single project or fit it in with an entire bathroom remodel by a general contractor.

Specialist bath and shower companies are also able to provide custom hydrotherapy jet tubs that meet your specific needs. They can often provide financing to help you spread the cost as well. 

Choose Virginia Shower & Bath for Your Jet Tub Installation

Installing a hydrotherapy jet tub is a great idea for anyone who's looking for a little more relaxation in their life.

Allow the soothing bubbles and jets to loosen your muscles and reinvigorate your circulation. The relaxing warm waters can set you up for a great night's sleep and help to melt stress and tension away.

At Virginia Shower & Bath, we specialize in bathtub and shower installations. We can provide a customized solution for your home that will help you to bathe in luxurious splendor.

Call us at 888-501-1780 or make an appointment online today.