Balneology is a science, art and culture that embraces the climatology, temperatures and hydrogeology of geothermal locations, and is backed by significant research that proves the health benefits for people who seek the waters for wellness.

Balneology has origins in ancient Egypt, Greece, Roman, Germany, France, Russia, Arabia, China, Japan, as well as numerous indigenous cultures around the world.

Balneology, the science of using natural mineral waters through soaking, drinking and steam cures has provided significant research that proves the health benefits for people who seek the waters for wellness. Both the temperature and mineral composition of natural spring waters have been validated for their specific healing qualities.

What is Balneology? The science of therapeutic bathing in natural mineral waters, and the associated therapies including drinking, steam inhalation, peloid packs and climatology effects on health. Who benefits from Balneology?

Balneology research has shown that a water Kur for 2 to 3 weeks of using natural mineral waters that are specific to your health condition, full health can be restored..

Founded in 2011, the Balneology Association of North America (BANA) has made the protection and preservation of geothermal mineral water sources a core objective. BANA stands for the integrity of these waters and their therapeutic value.

Highly mineralized mud clays are also used in Balneology for localized beauty and therapeutic treatments. Below are several of the commonly found minerals in natural mineral waters with their geological origins and related health benefits.

We conduct Research to assist water stewards and professional levels of water communities to deepen into an understanding of Balneology for Source-Site-Specific considerations including geology, climate, watersheds, and water chemistry.

Find healing waters around the U.S., from natural pools in the West to a historic Arkansas spa town. “You’re not going to a hot tub party in the woods,” says Janet Abbott, the board president of the Balneology Association of North America (BANA), a …

Looking forward to partnering with future resources, associations and communities to help educate, research and practice the art and science of Balneology.