Wet Sock Treatment
This treatment acts to reflexively increase circulation and decrease congestion in the upper respiratory passages, head, and throat. It has a relaxing action and many patients report that they sleep much better during the treatment. This treatment is also effective for pain relief and increases the healing response during acute infections. The Wet Sock treatment is best if repeated for three nights in a row, or as instructed by your physician.
Indications:
Sore throat or any inflammation or infection of the throat, neck pain, ear infections, headaches, migraines, nasal congestion, upper respiratory infections, coughs, bronchitis, and sinus infections.
Supplies:
1 pair white cotton socks
1 pair thick wool socks
Towel
Warm bath or warm foot bath
Directions:
- Take a pair of cotton socks and soak them completely with cold water. Be sure to wring the socks out thoroughly so they do not drip.
- Warm your feet first. This is very important as the treatment will not be as effective and could be harmful if your feet are not warmed first. Warming can be accomplished by soaking your feet in warm water for at least 5-10 minutes or taking a warm bath.
- Dry off feet and body with a dry towel.
- Place cold wet socks on feet. Cover with thick wool socks. Go directly to bed. Avoid getting chilled.
- Keep the socks on overnight. You will find that the wet cotton socks will be dry in the morning.
To schedule an appointment, please contact the front desk of the Personalized Natural Medicine Clinic, located in the heart of Newtown, Connecticut.
While Dr. Robert Brody is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Connecticut, the information on this document is provided for informational purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your physician. Do not use the information on this document or website: for diagnosing or treating a disease. If you have or suspect a medical condition, please seek out a medical professional.