A sitz bath is a type of water treatment used to increase blood flow to the abdominal area and pelvis. It is used for maintaining perineal hygiene when the area is painful to touch and inflamed (swollen and red) due to an injury or infection
To find more about a Sitz bath, the procedure and its benefits, keep reading here on HexaHealth!
Taking a sitz bath in the bathtub:
Scrub the tub and rinse thoroughly.
Fill the tub with water up to three to four inches.
Water should be warm but not steaming hot so that it causes discomfort or burns in the anal region.
You can test the water temperature by putting a few drops on your wrist.
Once you’ve found the right temperature, add any materials your doctor recommended to the bath.
Soak your bottom in the tub for 15-20 minutes.
Bend your knees or hang your legs over the sides of the tub to keep them out of the water.
Dry yourself gently with a cotton towel after you get out of the bathtub. Try not to rub or scrub the perineum and anal area as it may cause irritation and pain.
Rinse the bathtub thoroughly after you finish.
Cleaning the Sitz Bath kit
The sitz bath kit uses a plastic tub that is placed on the rim of the toilet. The instructions to use are generally found in the kit. However, if you don’t have those, you can use water and soap to wash the sitz bath bow
Aftercare
After finishing, wash your hands thoroughly with warm, soapy water. Wash your portable bath in hot water with a mild detergent. Do not put your portable bath in a dishwasher
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The benefits of a sitz bath are:
A Sitz bath is a type of water treatment for increasing the flow of blood to the abdominal and pelvic area. It has several benefits and can be taken in the bathtub or using a kit.
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Last Updated on: 20 November 2023
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