Recognition & Endorsements
Recognition & Endorsements for HydroCure Wraps®
HydroCure Wraps® are modern therapeutic wraps inspired by the original Priessnitz cold-water compress, developed over 200 years ago in Jeseník, Czech Republic. Today, this method is recognised and supported by respected spa institutions, medical professionals and wellness organisations across Europe.
Endorsed by the Malvern Spa Association (UK)
HydroCure Wraps® are officially endorsed by the Malvern Spa Association (MSA).
- Carly Tinkler
- John Bibby
- Mandy Shrimpton
Professional recommendation from Priessnitz Spa Resort
HydroCure Wraps® are based on the modern Priessnitz therapeutic wrap.
prim. MUDr. Jaroslav Novotný
Chief Physician, Priessnitz Medical Spa, Jeseník
Dr Novotný oversees the scientific literature review of the Priessnitz Water Cure and its physiological principles.
The modern Priessnitz wrap on which HydroCure Wraps® are based is recommended by prim. MUDr. Jaroslav Novotný, Chief Medical Doctor of Priessnitz Spa Resort, who serves as an ambassador for the underlying modern wrap.
Professional Links with Priessnitz Spa Resort
- Ongoing professional communication with the spa’s management
- Participation in the Priessnitz international conference
- Education & awareness collaboration
International Hydrotherapy Wrap Traditions
- Czech Republic – birthplace of the Priessnitz method; widely used in spas and home care.
- Germany – strong hydrotherapy tradition; used as “Wickel & Umschläge.”
- Austria – Kneipp centres, alpine wellness, natural therapy clinics.
- Poland – common in sanatoriums, orthopaedics and paediatric care.
- Slovakia – traditional part of home treatments and natural medicine.
- Italy & France – used in balneotherapy, though under different names.
- USA – known in naturopathy and physical therapy as cold–warm compress therapy.
- United Kingdom – new and emerging method, with HydroCure Wraps introducing it to the market.
Over 200 Years of Water-Cure Heritage
The Priessnitz method was created by Vincenz Priessnitz in the 19th century.
The recommendation above concerns the underlying modern Priessnitz wrap. Heritage recognition and professional recommendations are not regulatory approval or proof that every HydroCure product treats every condition. International examples describe hydrotherapy wrap traditions, not HydroCure distribution in those countries.