Infrared Sauna Therapy
What is Infrared Sauna Therapy?
- A dry-heat wellness modality that uses near-, mid- and far-infrared light waves to warm the body directly rather than super-heating the surrounding air
- Cabin temperatures stay between 45 °C and 65 °C, making the experience more comfortable than traditional saunas while inducing a deep, detoxifying sweat
- Clinical reviews link regular infrared sessions to improvements in cardiovascular performance, metabolic health and overall longevity
How does it work?
- Carbon-ceramic or full-spectrum emitters project invisible wavelengths that penetrate 3–5 cm into soft tissue, raising core temperature by ~2 °C
- The gentle internal heat triggers vasodilation, boosts heart rate, increases micro-circulation and stimulates sweat glands to expel water-soluble toxins and heavy metals
- Heat stress activates cellular “ hormesis ” pathways—up-regulating antioxidant enzymes, heat-shock proteins and nitric-oxide synthesis, all of which support immune resilience and tissue repair
When should Infrared Sauna Therapy be used?
- Cardio-metabolic support: helps lower blood pressure, improves endothelial function and may aid blood-sugar regulation
- Detox & skin health: deep sweating assists elimination of cadmium, lead and BPA while enhancing dermal collagen turnover for clearer skin
- Pain, recovery & mobility: radiant heat eases joint stiffness, reduces chronic musculoskeletal pain and accelerates post-exercise recovery by clearing lactate
- Mood, stress & sleep: parasympathetic activation after sessions promotes relaxation, better sleep architecture and reduced anxiety
- Cautions: avoid if pregnant, severely dehydrated, feverish, using alcohol/drugs, or under 48 h post-acute injury; consult a physician for cardiovascular or implanted-device concerns
