Health Benefits

The Benefits of Using a Far Infrared Sauna

The health and age-fighting benefits of a sauna and other heat-related therapies, such as thermal baths and hot springs, have been known and used for centuries in many cultures throughout the world. The sauna is chief among these therapies, and its power to resist aging, fight arthritis, combat and reverse muscle and joint pain, and to detoxify the body and promote weight loss has been a mainstay of life in Scandinavia for countless generations. Indeed, the word “sauna” is of Finnish derivation and the many positive benefits of a sauna have made the word sauna renowned worldwide and synonymous with healthy living.

LuxSPA takes this ancient therapy a step further by employing Far Infrared (FIR) Sauna Technology for a more targeted and efficient delivery of beneficial heat. Far Infrared waves come from the upper regions of the naturally occurring infrared spectrum and, unlike Ultraviolet (UV) and microwaves, Far Infrared waves are completely safe, won’t burn the skin and are delivered in perfect harmony with the body’s own internal thermometer. There is no question that the ancient Finns would have dropped their use of hot-rocks-and-steam sauna technology for the more focused and beneficial heat technology of Far Infrared waves had they known then how to tap into this modern scientific marvel.

LuxSPA features a number of home and commercial-grade Far Infrared Saunas, designed to fit any budget and nearly any space. With our 1-person, 2-person, 3-person and 4-person personal models, and our 2-person and 3-person corner models, LuxSPA Saunas can deliver the healing powers of Far Infrared sauna technology to meet any user’s needs. LuxSPA Saunas are easy to install without the need for special tools, and the electrical hook-up is a breeze, utilizing common house wiring and using little more electricity than a normal hairdryer.

But, of course, the real benefit is in the healing powers of the LuxSPA Sauna. Whether it’s weight loss, body detoxification, anti-aging therapy, skin treatment, beauty enhancement, spot pain, injury and arthritis relief, fat and cellulite reduction, and a host of more specific medical benefits – or if you’re just looking for the best relaxation method on the planet – look no further than a LuxSPA Far Infrared Sauna.

There are numerous benefits associated with using a sauna, and they are all enhanced by the modern Far Infrared technology utilized by LuxSPA Saunas. In this section, we outline these benefits in a broad view. Under the Health Benefits tab on the LuxSPA Home Page, there is more detailed, specific information on how a sauna, and in particular a LuxSPA Sauna, delivers these therapeutic benefits.

Below are the Quick Highlight of the Health Benefits of Saunas you’ll enjoy as an owner of a LuxSPA Far Infrared Sauna. Read on and then to start getting all of the health benefits of sauna use, call us toll-free at 800-71SAUNA (800-717-2862) to order your sauna today. We offer free shipping in the continental U.S. Financing is available.

Quick Highlights of Health Benefits of Saunas

Circulation and Immunity

Imagine being outside on an otherwise fairly chilly day, say 50 degrees F, but when the sun is out you feel quite comfortable. Then a cloud masks the sun’s rays and you instantly feel the chill. What’s going on? Infrared light. Infra is from the Latin for “below,” so infrared light is that spectrum just below the red, or visible spectrum of light. Infrared light is emitted by the sun and covers a broad spectrum, is divided into three sections by scientists – near, mid and far infrared light – and the entire spectrum is responsible for delivering warmth and other benefits to living things on earth. And there is no need to worry – infrared light occupies the spectrum far below that of ultraviolet or microwaves, and infrared light, unlike those two forms, does not cause sunburn or skin damage. In essence, infrared is a source of radiant heat, simply a form of energy that heats objects directly through a process called conversion, where the air in between the heat source and the object is not heated. The best source of radiant heat is in the Far Infrared spectrum.

This kind of radiant heat source has a multitude of benefits for the human body, particularly when harnessed in a LuxSPA Sauna. One of the first benefits is that Far Infrared warming promotes a boost in blood circulation. It does this by creating profuse sweating in a very short time, which opens the bloods vessels and gets the blood flowing. Greater blood flow increasing the oxygen level in the body, and together with profuse sweating, these two therapies are powerful forces combining to cleanse toxins stored in the tissues, washing away impurities and improving your emotions and feelings.

What’s more, Far Infrared light as a heat source promotes the production of white blood cells in the body – the body’s own built-in immunity agents. With more white blood cells, the body’s immune system is healthier, giving a person a greater ability to fight off disease and enjoy a better quality of life.

Weight Loss

LuxSPA FIR Sauna Technology burns up to 600 & more calories in just one 30-minute session. Here are how many calories a 150-pound person normally burns up in 30 minutes of exercise:

• SPORT : CALORIES
• Rowing (peak effort) : 600
• Swimming (crawl stroke) : 300
• Jogging : 300
• Tennis (fast game) : 265
• Chopping Wood : 265
• Cycling (10mph) : 225
• Golfing (without a cart) : 150
• Walking (3.5mph) : 150
• Bowling : 120
• Vigorous Racquet Ball : 510
• Marathon Running 593

So you can immediately see the weight-loss benefits of a LuxSPA Sauna as a simple 30-minute session in a FIR sauna is as efficient in burning calories as even the most vigorous of athletic workouts. Plus, some weight loss authorities believe that our bodies use fat to dilute toxins, so as the body stores toxins, it also stores fat. Since a Far Infrared LuxSPA is an unsurpassed expeller of toxins, it is also a great way to get rid of any fat our bodies are using to dilute toxins we are storing. We detoxify and lose body fat.

Beauty

• Increased blood circulation to the skin, which is essential for beautiful, youthful, glowing skin.
• A new "inner glow" as the skin is free of accumulated dirt and dry skin cells, due to deep cleansing of impurities.
• Improves the conditions of acne, eczema, psoriasis, burns and any skin lesions and cuts.
• Healing of open wounds quicker with reduced scarring.
• Removal of skin roughness, leaving skin baby smooth and soft again..
• Firming of the skin and improvement in skin tone and elasticity.

SPECIFIC SKIN IMPROVEMENT:

Acne- Infrared Lasers versus Far Infrared Sauna or Infrared Lamp. "Infrared saunas are becoming a very popular method to treat acne - particularly very resistant cases. They seem to work by shrinking the sebaceous glands, and you get relatively quick results." -- Jeffrey Dover, MD, Boston, ELLE Magazine March 2004. According to the doctor, three to four infrared sauna treatments like those in a LuxSPA Sauna appear to open pores that have been malfunctioning for years, forcing out clogging cosmetics and loosening dry outer skin, healing acne and scars -- WITHOUT PAIN.

Sunburn- According to the Clayton's Electrotherapy, 9th Edition, infrared radiation is the only antidote to excessive ultraviolet radiation.

Scars on Skin- Scars fully formed, may be gradually softened. Burns and other wounds or incisions may heal with significantly reduced scarring.

Scars on Skin- Scars fully formed may be gradually softened. Burns and other wounds or incisions may heal quicker, with significantly reduced scarring.

Cellulite

Cellulite is a gel-like substance made up of fat, water and wastes, which are trapped in pockets below the skin. AFar Infrared LuxSPA Saunacan assist this condition, as profuse sweating helps clear this form of unwanted debris from the body. European beauty specialists confirm that a sauna will greatly speed any anti-cellulite program. Due to at least twice the depth of heat penetration into cellulite combined with up to 10 times the level of heating in these tissues, a Far Infrared LuxSPA Sauna is FAR more effective than any conventional sauna.

Pain Relief

With the use of both Bio-Spectrum 100% Carbon and 100% Ceramic heaters, LuxSPA Saunas have proven to be effective for arthritis pain, injuries, back pain, muscle spasms, headache, sciatica and more! Used for overall deep-penetration heating or for spot penetration deep into specific joints or tissues where pain is being experienced, a LuxSPA Sauna is the perfect therapy for short-term and chronic conditions.

Injuries

Radiant heat helps with sprains, strains, arthritis, muscle spasm and pain.

If you are an athlete, an Infrared LuxSauna is all good news. It allows oxygen debt to be repaid more quickly. This lead to greatly improved and quicker healing and repair of sprains and muscle pain.

Relaxation & Enjoyment

Removes stress in the comfortable warm temperature. Half an hour a day of convenient relaxation in the privacy of your own home, renders amazing long-term health benefits.

Controlled Scientific Studies

Over the last 25 years, Japanese and Chinese researchers and clinicians have completed extensive research on infrared medical treatments and report many amazing discoveries. In Japan, there is an 'infrared society' composed of medical doctors and physical therapists dedicated to further infrared research. Their findings support the health benefits of infrared therapy as a method of healing."

FIR is excellent for detox

Scientists in Japan report that in the FIR treatment of clogged capillary vessels, heat expands the capillaries and then initiates the start of a process to dissolve hidden toxins.

Infrared sauna detoxification promotes the elimination of fats, chemicals and toxins from the blood: Poisons, carcinogenic heavy metals, toxic substances from food processing, lactic acid, free fatty acids, subcutaneous fat associated with aging and fatigue, excess sodium associated with hypertension, and uric acid which causes pain. Furthermore, if sebaceous glands are activated, accumulated cosmetics in pores can be eliminated through the skin (sweat and oil glands) rather than by the kidneys.

Deep Penetrating far infrared heat melts subcutaneous fat at 40c-104f, thus shaking lose the embedded toxins, acids and gasses and allowing them to be directly expelled out of the body through heavy perspiration. In some cases this is the only way to eliminate certain heavy metals and toxins from the body.

FIR stimulates enzyme activity and metabolism - One hour under the LuxSauna burns over 900 calories by raising the metabolism and body temperature. FIR heat also breaks down cellulite - trapped water, fat and waste. FIR promotes the killing of many pathogenic (disease causing) bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. FIR promotes rebuilding of injured tissue - by having a positive effect on the fibroblasts (connective tissue cells necessary for the repair of injury). Furthermore, it increases growth of cells, DNA syntheses, and protein synthesis all necessary during tissue repair and regeneration. Excellent for healing burns, scar tissue and skin problems. FIR relieves nervous tension and relaxes autoneuro muscles - thereby helping the body make the most of its intended healing abilities. Reduces soreness on nerve endings and muscle spasms as muscle fibers are heated. FIR strengthens the Immune System - by stimulating increased production of white blood cells (leukocytes) by the bone marrow and killer T-cells by the thymus. FIR strengthens the Cardiovascular System - by causing heart rate and cardiac output increase, and diastolic blood pressure decrease - Extensive research by NASA in the early 1980's led to the conclusion that far infrared stimulation of cardiovascular function would be the ideal way to maintain cardiovascular conditioning in American astronauts during long space flight."

Dr.Tadashi Ishikawa, a member of the Research and Development Department of Fuji Medical, received a patent in 1965 for a zirconia ceramic infrared heater used in the first healing infrared thermal systems. Medical practitioners in Japan were the only ones using infrared thermal systems for 14 years. In 1979, they were finally released for public use. The technique has been further refined into infrared thermal LuxSauna systems.

Health challenges below, have been reported in Japan and China, as alleviated, reduced or eliminated:

• Cancer, Leukemia, Prostate Cancer
• Asthma, Bronchitis, Sinus problems
• Excess Body Fat/Weight Loss, Cellulite
• High Blood Pressure, Chronic Nephritis
• Circulation problems - Rheumatism, Chilblains, Gout, Body Odor
• Hemorrhoids and Piles
• Swelling, Inflammation - Arthritis, Tendinitis, Tumors, Mastitis
• Back, Shoulder, Neck and Muscular Pains - Lumbago
• Neuralgia and Abnormal Nerve Functions - Herpes, Paralysis, Sciatica
• Skin Elasticity and Texture, Chapping, Skin Aging, Wrinkles
• Clogged Pores, Pimples, Acne
• Damaged, Burnt and Scarred Tissue
• Toxicity, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Cystitis, Uric Acid
• Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers
• Menstrual problems, PMS, Yeast problems, Menopause
• Fungus, Viruses, Bacteria, Parasites
• Migraine, Headaches, Nose Bleeds
• Earache, Tinitus
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Sports Injuries
• Colds, Flu, Fever
• Obesity

The following health challenges have been reported in Japan to be alleviated or reduced by the use of infrared therapy:

• Asthma, bronchitis (cleared up)
• Rheumatoid arthritis (7 out of 10 cases resolved in one clinical trial)
• Benign prostatic hypertrophy (reduced)
• Cancer pain (greatly relieved pain in later stages)
• Cirrhosis of the liver (reversed)
• Chrones Disease (gone)
• Cold hand and feet (a physical therapist discovered 20-50% improvement was maintained)
• Cystitis (gone)
• Duocenal ulcers (eliminated)
• Compression fracture pain
• Gastritis (relieved)
• Hemorrhoids (reduced)
• Hepatitis (gone)
• High blood pressure (in the case of a diabetic a systolic decrease from 180 to 125 + concurrent weight loss)
• Keloids (significantly softened and, in some cases, completely gone)
• Leg ulcers (healed when previously static and resistant to other care)
• Menopause
• Pain preventing sleep or limiting sleeping positions (relieved)
• Post-surgical adhesions (reduced)
• Radiation sickness (relieved signs and symptoms)
• Sequelae of strokes (Herniparesis relieved over time)
• A clinical trial in Japan reported a successful solution for seven out of seven cases of rheumatoid arthritis treated with whole-body infrared therapy.

Dr. Masao Nakamura of the O and P Medical Clinic in Japan reports success with the use of infrared heat treatment for the following:

• Acne
• Arthritis
• Ear Diseases
• Gastroenteric Problems
• Insomnia
• Menopause
• Whiplash
• Sciatica
• Shoulder Stiffness
• Musculoskeletal Improvements with Infrared Heat

Success has been reported from infrared treatments by Japanese researchers for the following musculoskeletal conditions:

• Arthritis, Gout, Rheumatoid, DJD (each substantially relieved or improved)
• Adhesions (common in competitive athletes, trauma, and repetitive stress syndromes)
• TMJ Arthritis
• Acel-Decel Injury Sequelae
• Low-Back Pain (relieved)
• Bursitis (eliminated)
• Brain Contusion (accelerated healing)
• Disc-Protrusion Related Neuralgia
• Compression Fractures (in one situation pain stopped for three days with one treatment)
• Muscle Tension (relaxed)
• Muscle Spasms (reduced or eliminated)
• Post-Exercise Muscle Pain (good results - vital to competitive athletes)
• Shoulder pain (relieved or improved)
• Spinal Chord Shock (reversed post traumatic shock)
• Tight Shoulders (more relaxed)
• Traumatic Arthritis
• Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions Relieved with Infrared Heat

The Japanese report the following ear, nose, and throat conditions relieved with infrared heat treatments:

• Body Odor
• Chronic middle-ear inflammation of infection
• Clogged pores (unplugged of cosmetics, unexcelled skin texture and tone)
• Dandruff (increased blood flow through the scalp)
• Eczema and Psoriasis (respond well)
• Lacerations (healed quicker with less pain and scarring)
• Nettle rash
• Nose bleeding (reduced)
• Skin Conditions (improved)
• Teenage skin problems (clearing acne and blackheads)
• Poor skin tone - Scars and pain from burns or wounds (decreased in severity and extent)
• Sore throats
• Tinitus (chronic severe case cleared with 10 infrared treatments)
• Used routinely in burn units throughout Asia.

FIR Therapy Medical Facts and Data:

Infrared sauna is thought to be 7 times more effective at detoxifying heavy metals such as mercury, aluminum, and even cholesterols, nicotine, alcohol, ammonia, sulfuric acid and other environmental toxins, as opposed to conventional heat or steam saunas.

The human body is a reservoir of all kinds of bio-toxins, many, which cannot be expelled or metabolized and become stored in the body, primarily in subcutaneous fat, thereby triggering illness. When toxic gases such as sulphur dioxide and carbon dioxide, or potentially fatal heavy metal toxins such as mercury, lead and chlorine, meet large water molecules, they are encapsulated by clusters of water and trapped in the body. Where these toxins are accumulated, blood circulation is blocked and cellular energy is impaired. However, when a 7 to 14 micron FIR wave is applied to these large water molecules, the water begins to vibrate. This vibration reduces the ion bonds of the atoms which are holding together the molecules of water. As the water evaporates, the encapsulated Detoxification: Gas and toxins are released:

Infrared therapy increases blood circulation and oxygen supply to damaged tissues (aiding reduction of chronic joint and muscle pain or sport injuries), promotes relaxation and comfort, induces sleep and relieves stress.

German medical researchers concluded one session of infrared therapy for over 1 hour can have significant reduction of blood pressure thanks to persistent peripheral vessels dilation. They also noted that blood viscosity was improved. After 1 hour of infrared radiance, there is a significant decrease of blood pressure - cardiac ejection resistance - total peripheral resistance -and significant increase of heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output, and ejection fraction.

Far Infrared Therapy and Electromagnetic Fields Recently there have been reports detailing the hazards of exposure to certain kinds of electromagnetic fields, such as those from high-tension power lines, cell phones, or from computer display terminals. LuxSauna Infrared heating systems have been tested and found free of toxic electromagnetic fields. The Swedish National Institute of Radiation Protection has also concluded that infrared heaters are not dangerous. Instead, Japanese researchers have reported that infrared radiant heat antidotes the negative effects of toxic electromagnetic sources.

Pain- The McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology reports medical practitioners make use of infrared radiant heat to treat sprains, strains, bursitis, peripheral vascular diseases, arthritis, and muscle pain.

Therapeutic Effects of Infrared Heat - Chapter 9 of "Therapeutic Heat and Cold", Fourth Edition, Editors Justus F. Lehmann, M.D., Williams, and Wilkin - Infrared Heat Therapy does the following:

• Decreases joint stiffness
• Relieves muscle spasms
• Increases blood flow
• Leads to pain relief
• Speeds healing to soft tissue injury
• Increases the extensibility of collagen tissue
• Assists in resolution of inflammatory infiltrated, edema, and exudes Potential Use Of Far Infrared In Dental Clinics.

Mr. Shu of Ninomiya Yuri Dental Clinic used far infrared ray in his dental clinic for some years. "I have successfully treated many common dental diseases, for instance, pyorrhea alveolaris, gum inflammation, tooth pain, and muscular spasm." Mr. Shu indicated that the use of far infrared ray is undergoing research. Dr. Akira, Director of the Meitoku Association of Dentists and Dr. Waaataru of the Kawano Dental Hospital also use far infrared treatment on a regular basis for gum inflammation and post dental pain suppression.

Pneumonia

C.Dunson, a Lymphologist in Utah reported that within 15 minutes of a client being treated with the LuxSauna and lymphology therapy, their pneumonia was cleared. Infrared therapy in both Japan and China has proven to be outstanding for asthma, bronchitis, colds, flu, sinusitis and congestion as it clears inflammation, swelling and mucous clogged passages, as testified to in Dr. Yamazaki's book below.

Dr. Toshio Yamazaki, M.D. owns a clinic in Japan where she has done extensive research on the therapeutic uses of far-infrared therapy. She is the author of 'The Scientific Basis and Therapeutic Benefits of Far Infrared Ray Therapy' which presents the clinical effects of far infrared ray therapy.

Besides cancer, Dr. Yamazaki reports continual successful treatments of many other diseases by use of FIR waves - treatments not only by her but also by many other doctors. The list of diseases - documented in her book - includes stress induced chronic diarrhea, abdominal distention, ulcerated large intestines, gastritis, facial numbness, hemorrhoids, shoulder, back, and knee pain, rheumatism, hypertension, diabetes, weight loss, breast and abdominal tumors, low blood pressure, asthma, anemia, burns and scalds, body odor, early onset of baldness, fracture of cervical vertebra, radiation exposure and related diseases...

For more info you can pick up a book called 'The Scientific Basis and Therapeutic Benefits of Far Infrared Ray Therapy' Written by acclaimed Japanese medical doctor, Toshio Yamazaki.

Other Sauna Health Benefits

Many consumers often avoid considering a sauna for their home – even in the face of mounting therapeutic benefit studies --because they feel that installing a sauna is too difficult or too expensive for their budget. The LuxSPA line of saunas is aimed at solving these issues for customers, allowing consumers to enjoy the sauna benefits that are mentioned above. For example all of the LuxSPA Sauna kits arrive substantially pre-assembled. All you need to do is connect the walls and ceiling and doors and you are ready to go. The ceramic heaters are also easy to install and you just need to plug them into a standard 110 volt electrical outlet.

LuxSPA provides a number of saunas in various sizes that are designed to fit into many small spaces. So if you feel that you do not have the room to install a sauna, it may be worth your time to take a second look at the LuxSPA products. Choose from one-, two-, three- and four- person sizes, two- and three-person corner models, and there is even a portable sauna. Moreover, there are covers available if want to install your sauna outside. And remember – all LuxSPA Saunas carry a Lifetime Warranty, so you’ll have years and years of worry-free operation and enjoyment.

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