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Balneotherapy, Thermotherapy

Mud Pool

What is the mud pool

The mud pool is comprised of a natural bed of sulphur mud between 10-30 cm thick, penetrated by hot thermal mineral water springs, the water level above the mud being between 50-90 cm. The temperature of the mineral water varies between 39-40°C, and in places directly over the thermal springs it may sometimes reach even higher levels. The duration of the bath is strictly individualised, lasting between 5-10 minutes. The treatment ends with a shower and a 15-minute dry wrap.

How the mud pool helps

During treatment, the heat from the mud and thermal water helps the blood vessels dilate, reducing blood pressure and relaxing the muscles. Additionally, the sulphur and minerals are also absorbed through the skin, where they inhibit the degradation of elastin and collagen in the cartilages, sinews and connective tissues. It is possible to stand, slowly walk, sit or even conduct gentle joint mobility exercises whilst in the pool.

Medical prescription: depending on selected treatment and current health status

More information about treatment including indications and contraindications

The mud pool is a signature treatment of the Piešťany Spa. It is provided in historical, beautifully decorated halls. According to the local tradition, this procedure can be combined with a thermal bath (Mirror Pool) and subsequent massage.

Advisable for:

Musculoskeletal diseases, orthopaedic and accident rehabilitation, stress, fatigue, certain skin diseases, neurological diseases.

Not advisable for:

Infectious diseases, fever, acute inflammation, untreated or uncontrolled hypertension, epilepsy, acute thrombosis, phlebitis, leg ulcers and other skin defects, certain skin diseases, shortness of breath, untreated thyroid problems or hyperthyroidism, incontinence, pregnancy, unstable diabetes, psychosis, alcohol or drug abuse, menstruation, cardiovascular diseases, malignant tumours and blood disorders.

Mud Pool available at 4 ensana hotels

What it is
A warm, full-body immersion in mineral-rich thermal peloid (natural healing mud). The dense, heat-retaining mud envelops the joints, gently raising skin temperature while trace minerals are drawn across the skin — a single session usually lasts 15–20 minutes, followed by a rinse and rest.
Who it's for
Suited to guests with chronic joint and muscular complaints, particularly osteoarthritis, back pain and stiffness. Each course is prescribed by our resident spa physician following the entry medical examination.
Expected results
Many guests report eased joint stiffness, reduced muscular tension and improved mobility. Benefits tend to build gradually over a course of 6–10 sessions taken during a healing stay rather than after a single visit.

Suitable for

Suitable:Chronic osteoarthritis and joint stiffness, particularly of the hips, knees and spine
Suitable:Chronic lower back pain and persistent muscular tension
Suitable:Stable, non-acute rheumatic and degenerative joint disorders
Suitable:Rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery or sports injuries, once fully healed
Suitable:Certain chronic skin conditions, such as mild psoriasis between flare-ups
Suitable:Post-exertion muscle fatigue and general physical stiffness

Not recommended for

Not recommended:Acute infections or feverish illness within the past two weeks
Not recommended:Severe or unstable cardiovascular disease, recent heart attack or heart failure, as the warm mud increases circulatory load
Not recommended:Uncontrolled high blood pressure
Not recommended:Open wounds, eczema flare-ups or contagious skin infections
Not recommended:Acute thrombophlebitis or a recent history of deep-vein thrombosis
Not recommended:Pregnancy and active oncological disease, unless expressly approved by your attending physician

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Is this treatment right for you?

Our medical coordinator reviews your health history and recommends the most suitable spa treatment plan — free of charge and with no obligation to book. Typical reply within one working day.

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