There’s one big difference between traditional steam and infrared saunas: the temperature. Typical steam saunas operate at high temperatures (between 150 and 195° F), but infrared saunas run at cooler temperatures (around 140° F), making them much more comfortable.

 

Both types have very similar benefits, but the body heating methods are different. In a traditional sauna, perspiration starts when a bather steps into a heated room. The hot air, hot walls and hot rocks create an enveloping heat. An infrared sauna uses infrared energy at a wavelength similar to that already emitted by the body, allowing the energy to penetrate the skin and warm muscles and joints. This energy helps the body’s temperature slowly increase and causes perspiration.

 

Health Benefits of Infrared Saunas

Our infrared sauna can deliver many health benefits. A report in Canadian Family Physician explains there is moderate evidence that infrared sauna treatments normalize blood pressure and congestive heart failure, plus some evidence of relieving chronic pain.

Infrared saunas can also help those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. According to results of a study published in Clinical Rheumatology, infrared saunas reduced pain, stiffness and fatigue with no adverse side effects.

 

Other infrared sauna health benefit may include:

• Relieving joint and muscle pain

• Lowering side effects from diabetes

• Aiding digestion

• Alleviating mild depression and anger

• Relaxation and de-stressing

• Weight loss

• Eliminating toxins, resulting in clearer, softer, healthier-looking skin

• Improving circulation

For more information, see the Infrared Sauna Health Benefits page.

 

 

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