Terminology of Salt Therapy
We thought it might be helpful to include a page with definitions for all the terms we are using here on this site!
Halotherapy
This term was derived from the Greek word ‘alas’ meaning ‘salt’, and refers to a form of alternative medicine that uses salt in treatment. Numerous forms of halotherapy have been known of and used for millennia.
Dry Salt THerapy
This term is used to describe a treatment using dry salt in an environment that is completely void of moisture and humidity.
Wet Salt Therapy
Less familiar term used to describe a treatment using salt in a liquid solution, saline solutions, nebulizers, salt baths or scrubs.
Salt Cave
A salt room designed to mimic the look and feel of a real salt mine. Will often have salt blocks on all walls and ceiling. May or may not have a Halogenerator.
Halogenerator
A piece of machinery installed in some salt rooms (but not all) that is designed to grind and blow salt particles into an enclosed space.
“Active” Salt Room
A salt therapy treatment room that includes a Halogenerator and is primarily based on providing controlled way of directing micro-particles of salt into the air to be inhaled and exposed to the skin.
“Passive” Salt Room
A passive salt room uses large amounts of salt in the room but does not have a Halogenerator. Passive salt rooms attempt to simulate the environment of a true salt cave, and control the climate by regulating the airflow, humidity and temperature to allow for an allergen and pollutant free environment.
Ions
An atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons. These molecules surround us. Negative ions are commonly produced in natural areas, such as ocean waves, waterfalls, and rainstorms. Positive ions are commonly formed by high winds, dust, humidity and pollution; also by electronic devices such as air conditioning systems, florescent lights, cell phones and computer equipment.
Mucokinetic
Term typically used to refer to a class of drugs that are designed to thin and aid in the clearance of mucus from the upper and lower airways, including the lungs, bronchi, and trachea. Dry Salt particles are labeled as having these properties.