Towards a better management of the disease…

Its numerous symptoms and its resemblance or cohabitation with other diseases or syndromes (inflammatory joint rheumatism, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, migraine, etc.) complicate the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. Thus, it sometimes happens that people with the disease have to wait an average of 5 years (and about ten medical visits) before obtaining a diagnosis, even if today doctors have a better approach to the disease.

Fibromyalgia is not a serious disease, in the sense that it does not lead to major health complications. It is nonetheless a painful, painful and disabling disease for those who suffer from it. Chronic pain and permanent fatigue are often resistant to various treatments, whether medical, physical or psychological. 

The use of natural mineral waters for therapeutic purposes in hydrotherapy is an alternative medicine devoid of side effects; it has been used for a very long time to treat chronic diseases and has proven its effectiveness. According to the European League against Rheumatism (Eular) the effectiveness of hydrotherapy against fibromyalgia is beyond doubt.

Many studies have attested to the effectiveness of hydrotherapy against fibromyalgia (Buskila 2001, Evcik 2002, Altan 2003, Gusi 2006, Assos 2006)

What can a fibromyalgia spa treatment do for me?

Within specific programs, the thermal stay promotes the management of the disease. In addition to spa treatments (peloid care, hydrotherapy, massage, etc.), spas offer a program of psychological and physical support (gentle gymnastics, physical activity, relaxation, yoga, etc.) to encourage patients to regain a taste for 'effort.

The stay is experienced as a beneficial break with the daily and family environment.

Spa treatments are therefore strongly recommended for fibromyalgia patients, which allow them to de-dramatize their disease but also to induce a reduction in the consumption of functional explorations, medical nomadism and heavy drug intake.

The thermal establishment Les Ecureuils therefore naturally makes every effort to take care of your pathology as well as possible and offers you a specific and adapted program in a modern family setting.

ð  Our staff is trained, aware and at your service

ð  Our Equipment is adapted

ð  A care plan that takes your pathology into account

ð  Unique thermal products in France

-         The natural mineral water of Dax sulfated calcium and magnesium is relaxing

-          The Dax peloid combining Dax mineral water, cyanobacterium... and the result of the development of a unique process in France which acts by passing the skin barrier as a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory while having a direct action on pain joints.

ð  Carefully selected complementary activities:

-          Since 2019 we have set up a support group

-          Aquatic osteopathy sessions with Sylvain our osteopath in the thermal pool at 33°C (reimbursed by certain health insurance companies)

-          Sophrological Relaxation sessions with our Coach Anthony as well as a personalized walking course

-          Sessions of Yoga, Pilates having a beneficial action on the joints

What are the procedures?

All you have to do is ask your attending physician for a spa treatment under agreement with Rheumatology orientation in Dax, he will then explain the procedure to you.

For any additional information, brochure request or reservation, we are here to support you.

Do not hesitate to contact us!