What is Halotherapy?

Halotherapy is a salt based treatment that can alleviate a number of conditions. If you suffer from asthma, allergies, respiratory issues, and even COPD, you might be the right candidate for salt treatment. Halotherapy comes from the Greek word, “halos” which means “salt.” All different kinds of salt treatment have been used around the world for centuries. Salt in many forms naturally is produced in caves or from the sea. Its uses when discovered thousands of years ago, have been helping people breathe better, build up their immune systems, and purify the body quite well for a long time. It’s the time tested value of this type of therapy that can improve many people’s quality of life. The Salt Suite® is proud to be a part of this innovation in medical history.

A Medical Pioneer

One of the first people who brought salt therapy to the masses was Feliks Boczkowski, a Polish doctor in 1843 who realized that salt mine workers had superior respiratory systems and didn’t have the same kind of lung diseases as other miners. Many spas set up their treatments based on his findings. He was also able to bring this form of “Speleotherapy” into a hospital setting to treat a host of illnesses.

Halogenerators were then developed to create a dry salt environment indoors in a small room setting. When you breathe in the salt air it travels deep into the lungs to open up the air sacs lining the lung walls. Inflammation is greatly reduced when this type of salt air is taken in regularly.

Salt In The Air

Since the salt caves were the first places that people discovered helped those in respiratory distress breathe better, it’s a great solution to bring this to the medical field. The natural sodium chloride that permeated the air reduced inflammation in the air passageways. Caves were discovered in Poland, Russia, Romania, Austria, and the Ukraine. That’s just a few of the countries that have these naturally occurring landmarks. This is why Europe was on the forefront of halotherapy as a medical treatment, as well as the Russians in particular during the late 1980’s because they pioneered using salt to treat respiratory issues in a clinical setting. Plus, the Russian Minister of Public Health endorsed halotherapy in 1990 as a valid medical treatment, which gave a ton of credibility to aerated dry salt rooms.

The treatment rooms were designed to mimic the salt caves. As more and more people discovered its benefits, the treatments spread around the world. You can now have this type of therapy at the Salt Suite® locations.

Enjoy salt therapy news, articles and research from our blog

The Healing Power of Salt: A Journey with The Salt Suite

Salt therapy, also known as Halo Therapy, has been used for centuries as a natural and holistic treatment. This therapy has a long-standing reputation in the alternative medicinal world, with its origins in the salt mines and caves of Eastern Europe. Halo Therapy is based on a simple yet highly effective principle. It entails breathing in micronized dry salt air, which can purify the respiratory system, skin, and enhance overall well-being.

Fall and Skincare: Glow for the Holidays with Salt and Skincare Products 

With the right combination of salt therapy and skincare products, you can achieve radiant, holiday-ready skin this fall. Whether you choose to experience salt therapy at The Salt Suite or use salt-based skincare products at home, the key is to prioritize hydration and nourishment to keep your skin glowing throughout the season.

Discover Inner Peace and Enjoy Our New Transformative Meditation Recordings

In our fast-paced, stress-filled world, finding moments of tranquility and inner peace has become more crucial than ever. If you're seeking a holistic approach to wellness and a path toward self-discovery, look no further than newest The Salt Suite Meditation Recordings in proud partnership with Fern L. Conn (launching in August 2023)

The Benefits of Salt Therapy at The Salt Suite

Uncover the incredible advantages of salt therapy and experience ultimate relaxation and wellness at The Salt Suite. Learn how this natural remedy can alleviate respiratory conditions and boost your overall well-being. Visit our website to book your session today!