Spa Treatments Directory
Spas offer a variety of healthy treatments, from saunas and massage to facials and other relaxation techniques. A spa day can be great for relieving stress or pain. Be careful of some spa treatments, which may not be approved techniques or may not be safe for everybody. See more about spas, which spa treatments are safe, benefits of spas, and much more.
The Essentials
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Expensive facials aren’t always worth the money
Expensive facials aren’t always worth the money.
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Body Wraps: Do They Live Up to Weight Loss and Detox Claims?
Body wraps are popular spa treatments, but before you get one, find out what claims you can believe.
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Spas: The Risks and Benefits
Can spa treatments deliver on their promises – and are there health risks you should know? WebMD investigates.
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How to Turn Your Bath Into a Spa Retreat
WebMD shows 10 ways to turn your bathroom into a stress-melting spa retreat. Relax with steam, water, and more. Get ideas from budget fix to splurge.
Explore More
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The Risks of Spa Treatments
Though indulging in a spa sounds nice, all also have the potential to pose not-so-nice public health risks.
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Acupressure Points and Massage Treatment
WebMD takes a look at acupressure, a traditional Chinese therapy that may be used to relieve pain, nausea, and depression.
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Massage Techniques and Types: Swedish, Deep Tissue, and More
If you’re new to massages, all the types and techniques can be a little overwhelming. WebMD answers common massage questions and explains the different styles.
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Pregnant and Pampered: Moms-to-be Splurge on Spa Treatment
Whether for pregnancy massages, facials, private yoga sessions or the more traditional “mani-pedi” (manicure-pedicure) combo, women are indulging in maternity spa treatments around the country.