Arthritis and Infrared Saunas

Wednesday, 21st October 2009

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My wife’s aunt has rheumatoid arthritis.

She’s in her 70’s and in reasonably good health except for chronic arthritic pain. She likes to do a lot of cleaning and cooking around the house, so for her age she’s pretty fit. Right now she currently uses various analgesic heat rub creams such as Ben-Gay to relieve muscle and joint pain. But lately we’ve been talking about investing in a sauna to help her with her arthritic pains.

Saunas have been around for centuries in one form or another. And there is research pointing to the benefits of saunas in reducing arthritic pain, as well as helping to detox and purify the body and aiding in weight loss.

The combination of heat and moisture in an enclosed environment has always been therapeutic and relaxing, relieving the stresses of the day and helping re-energize the body, mind and soul.

Benefits of Infrared Saunas

Infrared Saunas

An infrared sauna heats its occupants using various materials such as charcoal, ceramics, and active carbon fibers that emit infrared radiant heat.

Unlike the traditional Finnish Sauna, infrared saunas don’t utilize steam, which heats up the air surrounding the user. Instead, infrared saunas employ a form of infrared radiation that goes directly to the user in the form of radiant heat.

Studies have shown that in as little as a month, arthritic pain and soreness can be reduced with regular use of an infrared sauna.

In addition to alleviating chronic muscle and joint pain and soreness, infrared saunas can help with a weight loss program, and can aid in detoxifying and purifying the body.

Other benefits include improving the cardiovascular system, improving overall circulation, helping to boost the immune system and helping to lower high blood pressure.

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