Infrared Sauna
An infrared sauna warms the body in the same manner as natural sunlight. FIR heat therapy uses the wavelength of the visible and non-visible light spectrum of sunlight that heats the body normally. Traditional saunas raise the temperature of the air to a very high level within the chamber to warm the body. Some people have difficulty breathing in this extremely warm air.
FIR saunas work differently. Instead of heating the air within the enclosure, FIR Sauna’s heat the body directly. The result is deeper tissue penetration. In the FIR sauna, the body perspires and receives all of the healthy benefits but avoids the harmful and extreme hot air of a traditional steam sauna, the infrared heater produces radiant energy, which is the same as the heat from the sun, only without the harmful ultraviolet rays.
FIR saunas are safe for all ages. Traditional saunas are more likely to spread and cultivate bacteria in the humid air, therefore an infrared sauna creates a more sanitary environment.
Far Infrared Saunas v Traditional Saunas
- Traditional saunas usually operate at an average temperature between 90 and 105 degrees Celsius.
- The average temperature in an infrared sauna ranges from about 40 to 60 degrees Celsius. An infrared sauna warms the body in the same manner as natural sunlight.
- We’re talking about an air temperature difference of 30 to 40 degrees or so.
- For people who find the air in the sauna intolerable, this is a huge benefit.
- Far Infrared Saunas are safer, no hot surfaces, no high temperatures.
Detoxification
Saunas in general are good for detoxification, but a far infrared sauna may have deeper tissue cleansing effects.
Far Infrared radiant energy penetrates the skin about one and a half inches deep.
This penetration is probably the reason many people report sweating sooner and heavier compared to a traditional sauna. The heavier sweating most likely means that more waste material is expelled
Energy and Toxins
- Toxins come from a variety of places – contaminated air, crops sprayed with pesticides and herbicides and water, to name a few.
- Toxic gases and substances that we are all continually exposed to reportedly become encapsulated in water molecules within the body.
- The bad news for you and me is that when these toxins accumulated, blood circulation and cellular energy are impaired.
Infrared heat causes these water molecules to vibrate. The vibrations cause the water molecules to break down, resulting in a release of toxic gases and other toxic materials. Sweating plays a vital role in helping you maintain good health. It helps your body perform two tasks: It helps regulate body temperature and it helps your body rid itself of toxins.
What are the Health Benefits?
Improves Cardiovascular System. The Far Infrared Sauna increases heart rate and blood circulation, crucial to maintaining your health. The heart rate increases as more blood flow is diverted from the inner organs towards the extremities of the skin, without heightening blood pressure.
Strengthens Immune System. The sauna’s deep penetrating heat raises your body temperature inducing an artificial fever. As your body works to fight the fever, your body’s immune system is strengthened and with the elimination of toxins and waste your body’s resistance is increased.
Assists in Weight Control and Removing Cellulite. Clears unsightly cellulite and breaks down the lumps of fat, water and toxins trapped in pockets beneath the skin. Burns calories and helps control weight. As you relax you can burn up to 60 calories in a 30 minute session.
Improves Skin Tone. Skin tone is improved with 3 times more perspiration and increased blood circulation that expels deeply imbedded impurities and dead skin cells while drawing out nutrients to the skin surface for improved skin tone, elasticity, texture and colour. It has been shown to relieve acne, eczema, psoriasis, burns, lesions and cuts.
Relieves Pain from Arthritis, Sprains, Strains and Overworked Muscles. The sauna’s deep penetrating heat dilates blood vessels bringing relief and healing to muscles and soft tissue injuries which delivers oxygen rich blood to joints and muscles. Muscles and joints relax more readily for greater flexibility and range of motion and heal faster when they are warm.
Reduces Swelling and Inflammation by Improving the Flow of the Lymph System. Stimulates Cellular and Enzyme Activity.
Provides Immense Relaxation. The most immediate and noticeable effect is tremendous relaxation. Relaxation alone can have a profound impact on your health. Read, listen to music….relax
The Sauna Experience
Sauna’s are safe for most people when a few simple rules are followed.
- Don’t remain inside the sauna for longer than 30 minutes at a time.
- Rest sitting for 5-10 minutes after the sauna to allow for elimination of dead cells and debris.
- Drink plenty of mineralised water before entering the sauna and after.
- Pay attention to how you feel and leave the sauna if you feel unwell even before 30 minutes are up.
- Make sure you move your bowels regularly since the sauna assists in elimination.
- Those with chronic conditions, especially multiple sclerosis, hyperthyroidism, hypertension or serious heart conditions, should consult a doctor before use.
Infrared Sauna Benefits
Cancer
On the other hand, hyperthermia generated by infrared saunas or other heat sources (like traditional saunas) may kill or weaken tumor cells.[4] Tumor cells, with a disorganized and compact vascular structure, have difficulty dissipating heat. Hyperthermia may therefore cause cancerous cells to undergo apoptosis in direct response to applied heat, while healthy tissues can more easily maintain a normal temperature. Even if the cancerous cells do not die outright, they may become more susceptible to ionizing radiation therapy or to certain chemotherapy drugs, which may allow such therapy to be given in smaller doses.
A study of patients with rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis showed a reduction in pain, stiffness and fatigue during infrared sauna therapy, but since results from the study “did not reach statistical significance” [2] a causal relationship between infrared sauna therapy and positive health benefits does not exist with certainty.
Infrared Sauna Benefits
Toxins
Another benefit claim is that since saunas increase perspiration, they purportedly liberate undisclosed “toxins.” Saunas have been recommended for this ostensible reason to people who are told they have high levels of “toxicity” in their body, although the supposed, offending toxins are rarely identified. Saunas may be useful to those who cannot sweat from exercise due to their health problems, such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
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Since I have been having my footspa treatments 3 times a week for the past 5/6 weeks, I have noticed an increase in the lightness of my being.
I have been feeling a heavy load has been lifted from my body, even though I am naturally a high-energy person.
I have a lot more pep in my fast moving step. This way of healing is gentle, non-evasive way of maintaining good health inside & out.
By the time the symptoms were bad enough to realize it was Celiacs Disease, I had already gotten into a fairly bad health state. Vegetable Juice and Fasting had helped but it wasn’t untill I had Hydrotherapy treatment that I realised what it is like to live without the symptoms that had always seemed ‘normal’. The instant relief from chronic sinusitis after one treatment… was amazing. Over time I have experienced a general decline in all symptoms: psoriasis, arthritic, irritability, hot flushes, migraines etc
It is great to have a normal body temperature, the constant heat is gone. My complexion is even turning olive in line with my ancestry… very pleased indeed. For anyone who has had Food Alergies, Skin Conditions, Candida or any GI Tract related problems I cannot recommend colonic hydrotherapy enough and the open water system at the perth colon health wellness clinic makes the experience as modest and comfortable as possible.
I had wanted to experience the benefits of colon hydrotherapy for many years, but had been concerned about the loss of privacy and dignity, as well as the possibility of my waste material and unpleasant odours being exposed to a therapist.
I found however that the treatment process at Perth Colon Health & Wellness Centre made me feel at ease and was very dignified and private, with the client carrying out the initial part of the procedure themselves, following a simple lesson.
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