Dry Salt Therapy or Halotherapy originated as Speleotherapy over a 100 years in Eastern Europe for the therapeutic wellness of respiratory diseases. Speleotherapy has evolved into modern-day dry salt aerosol therapy to provide natural symptom relief for a variety of respiratory and skin diseases.The technique is commonly used today throughout the world with documented and consistently positive results. Dry Salt Aerosol has been recognized in Europe for over 50 years for the treatment of breathing and skin problems.  In the United States, dry salt aerosol is a natural alternative therapy and not a medical treatment.

The micro-particles of salt influence the skin’s protective layer (integument system) and hairs providing healing and aesthetic (cosmetic) benefits by increasing the activity of skin cell ion channels. The process of electrophysiological activity is increased enhancing the protective properties of the skin resulting in Ph normalization, reparative and regenerative processes. The micro-particles of salt trigger skin microcirculation and cellular membrane activity enhancing overall health of the skin. Sodium chloride particles bearing a negative electrical charge come into contact with the skin surface and cause electrical stimulation to the skin cells. This stimulation activates electrophysiological activity, which increases the production of collagen fibers, which is a key process to skin rejuvenation. Additionally, negative ions, which are absorbed into the body during the therapy, help strengthen the immune system by increasing the production capacity of lymph cells. Since some skin diseases such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis are a direct result of immune system failures, this aspect of strengthening the immune system will help improve the body’s reaction to the ailment.

Room temperature ranges from 68-72 degrees Fahrenheit. Please arrive for your session ten minutes before the scheduled time. Food and drinks are not permitted. Each session is 45 minutes and you simply wear the clothes you arrive in or wear a robe and slippers that were provided to your during you spa visit. Avoid wearing perfume, creams or lotions before your session. Electronic devices are not permitted as salt may cause damage to these devices. Secure lockers are available to store your personal items upon arrival.The particles penetrate deep into the lungs, bronchi, bronchioles and alveoli. Bergamos Salt Cave brings this proven healthy alternative therapy to mainstream U.S.A. using quality standards adopted from Europe and a revolutionary delivery process making it easy, affordable and effective for consumers to improve their breathing and skin conditions and achieve natural symptom relief.

With Dry Salt Therapy, the full benefits of bactericide, mucokinetic, hydrophilic and anti-inflammatory properties are realized. Dry salt is super absorbent attracting pollutants and allergens throughout the respiratory tract. The dry salt stimulates the body’s internal processes for cleansing the respiratory system removing build-up of foreign particles that cause various respiratory ailments and ultimately strengthening respiratory function. With dry salt aerosol the particle size, concentration and speed of dispersement can be calculated to achieve tailored beneficial therapy.

While there are many clinical and scientific studies conducted on dry salt therapy (halotherapy) throughout the world, the FDA has not evaluated the statements made throughout this website. Dry salt therapy is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.