You’d probably never guess that a pair of wet socks could pull congestion from your head and stimulate your immune system

Wet Socks Treatment

This treatment is a natural method of stimulating the immune system; it uses the healing power of nature and doesn’t cost a penny! In a nut shell, you take ice cold wet socks and put them on and wear them overnight. The body reacts to the cold socks by increasing blood circulation, which stimulates the immune system.

This treatment reflexively increases circulation and decreases congestion in the upper respiratory passages, head and throat. It is a calming treatment and helps most people sleep better through the night. Used best in conjunction with other modalities – wet socks can treat inflammation, infection or soreness of the throat, headaches, migraines, nasal congestion, upper respiratory infections, coughs, and sinus infections.

It’s best to start the wet sock treatment on first day of an illness, ideally repeating it for three nights in a row. If you suffer from a chronic condition or compromised immunity, consult with Dr. Mundeir before starting the wet sock treatment.

Supplies:

• 1 pair of thin white cotton socks
• 1 pair thick wool socks
• Towel
• Ice
• Water
• Warm bath or warm foot bath

Directions:

1. If your feet are cold, warm your feet first. This is very important as the treatment will not be as effective and could be harmful if your feet are not warm to begin with. Warming can be accomplished by soaking your feet in warm water or taking a warm bath for at least 5-10 minutes.
2. Dry off feet and body with a dry towel.
3. Take a pair of thin cotton socks and soak them completely with ice cold water. Be sure to wring the socks out thoroughly so they do not drip.
4. Place cold wet socks on feet. Cover with thick wool socks. Go directly to bed. Avoid getting chilled.
5. Keep the socks on overnight. You will find that the wet cotton socks will be dry in the morning.