Did you know that a simple pair of socks can help ease congestion, headaches, and restless nights? Naturopathic warming socks (also called wet sock therapy) use the body’s own healing response to improve circulation, support the immune system, and promote restful sleep. All you need is two pairs of socks and some cold water — try it next time you feel run down.

Many patients use constitutional hydrotherapy for colds, flus, digestive concerns, fatigue, arthritis, and overall immune support. It can be adapted for both children and adults, and simple at-home versions make it accessible as a preventive or restorative practice.

Constitutional hydrotherapy is a traditional naturopathic treatment that uses alternating applications of hot and cold water to gently stimulate circulation, support the immune system, and enhance digestion. Originating in 19th-century Germany with Father Sebastian Kneipp, this safe, non-invasive therapy is still widely practiced by naturopathic doctors today. By applying hot and cold towels to the chest, abdomen, and back, constitutional hydrotherapy activates the body’s natural healing response — improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and encouraging detoxification.