INFRARED SAUNA
Infrared light is completely natural and safe. Its dry, warming energy is highly compatible with human tissue. Its wavelength is the same as the radiant heat from the sun and all life requires sun. Infrared saunas provide all the benefits of natural sunlight without the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
Saunas have been around for hundreds of years in Europe. In America, some of the earliest inhabitants developed the tradition of “sweat lodges” for both health and spiritual benefits. Heat enhances blood circulation and promotes oxygenation of body tissues. It provides proven relief of aches, pains and stiffness. Heat also increases energy production in the body. This facilitates healing and requires the burning of toxins and calories, which results in effortless weight loss. It also causes an increase in heart rate, which results in an effortless cardiovascular workout. The skin is a major eliminative organ and sweating enhances the skin elimination process. An infrared sauna heats the body with radiant heat and profuse sweating begins quickly. The surrounding air in the infrared sauna, however, remains cool.
“Give me a fever and I can Cure any disease” -Hippocrates
Everyone today is exposed to heavy metals and toxic chemicals. Regular use of an infrared sauna is an excellent way to detoxify the body. Infrared heat penetrates several inches deep into muscles and joints. This increases the metabolism and allows the body cells to eliminate toxins more readily in the seat. Traditional saunas bounce off the body and do not penetrate into the tissue.
BENEFITS The following claims are not supported by medical evidence. These are claims from far-infrared sauna manufacturers who have studied people using infrared heated saunas over many years.
RELIEVE PAIN Infra-red radiant heat saunas produce deep, soothing penetrating heat for the relief of arthritis, sore backs, muscle aches and pains.
IMPROVE CIRCULATION Heating the body stimulates blood flow A means of "cooling down" Increased circulation translates into higher energy levels Greater bodily healing capabilities Better overall general health.
EXPELS TOXINS -- BURN CALORIES With deep radiant heat, your body will sweat more than in conventional old fashioned saunas The heat goes deep into the fat tissue You'll experience a cleansing of harmful toxins from the body while you melt calories away.
LOSE STRESS -- RELIEVE TENSION In the relaxing atmosphere of your own personal sauna. Enjoy all the amenities, as well as the health wonders provided in theInfrared Saunas
1. WEIGHT LOSS Burns up to 900 & 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 Some weight loss authorities believe that our bodies use fat to dilute toxins.
As an Infrared Thermal System 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.
2. Beauty Excellent for increasing 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. Open wounds heal quicker with reduced scarring. Removes roughness, leaving skin baby smooth and soft again. Firms and improves skin tone and elasticity.
3. Scars on Skin Scars fully formed, even cold sores, may be gradually softened. Burns and other wounds or incisions may heal with significantly reduced scarring.
4. Cellulite- Cellulite is a gel-like substance made up of fat, water and wastes, which are trapped in pockets below the skin. An Infrared Thermal System can 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, an Infra Therapist System can be significantly more effective than any conventional sauna.
5. Pain Relief Effective for arthritis, back pain, muscle spasms, headache, etc.
6. Injuries Radiant heat helps with sprains, strains, arthritis, muscle spasm and pain. If you are an athlete, an Infrared Thermal System is all good news. It allows oxygen debt to be repaid more quickly. This is likely to lead to improved and quicker healing of sprains and muscle pain for you.
7. Relaxation & Enjoyment Removes stress in the comfortable warm temperature.
EAR, NOSE AND THROAT Conditions relieved with Infrared treatments in Japan: Chronic middle-ear inflammation or infection: in one clinical study of chronic serousotitis media no pathogenic bacteria were isolated 70% of the subjects studied Sore throats Taint's: chronic severe case cleared with 10 Infrared treatments
"DETOXIFICATION" Claimed to stimulate the body to release fat-soluble toxins, heavy metals, and other toxic chemicals through the pores more effectively than any other form of heat therapy. Reported to be “method of choice” for chronically ill patients as well as those that are well and wish to stay that way by reducing their “toxic burden”. The list of chemicals claimed to be removed from the body includes: mercury lead cadium arsenic benzenes street drugs prescription drugs anesthetics cholesterol urea Immune System Enhancement A typical sauna session will cause a brief 1 to 3 degree F increase in body temperature. Fever is the body's defense against bacteria, microbes and consequent infection. This side effect is said to trigger the production of white blood cells by the bone marrow and killer T cells by the thymus. The overall result is claimed to be immune system enhancement.
STRESS Continuous strain on the autonomic nervous system leads to a high level of stress, one of the elusive causes of many chronic diseases. Allowing the capillaries to dilate may improve circulation, thus stress levels are reduced. Weight Control Although weight loss from perspiration is quickly regained, sending more blood to the capillaries and converting fats results in as much as 600+ calories during one session. If heavy metals are reduced, this will correct metabolic imbalances that were causing poor digestion and weight gain. Also, toxins stored in fat are decreased making it easier for weight loss. Because fat becomes water soluble at 110 degrees F, subcutaneous fat can be released along with the sweat and toxins.
CARDIOVASCULAR Conditioning The body responds to the deep heating effect via a hypothalamic-induced increase in both heart volume and rate. This beneficial heart stress leads to a sought after cardiovascular training and conditioning effect. The human body will naturally try and cool itself as temperature increases. It does this by diverting blood from internal organs to the extremities and skin by vasodilatation. This increases heart rate, cardiac output and metabolic rate. This is great for those who are unable to exercise. Claims to sweat the equivalent of running 2-6 miles.
CELLULITE - Cellulite is a gel-like substance made up of fat, water and wastes, which are trapped in pockets below the skin. Profuse sweating is purported to clear this form of unwanted debris. Claims to be effective in cellulite removal when used in conjunction with a program that includes diet and massage. Pain Relief and Control Claims to eliminate or reduce the pain of arthritis, muscle spasms, shoulder pain, neck and back pain, sprains of any area, and reduce scar tissue and adhesions. Will rapidly increase the healing process in any non-acute injury.
SKIN CLEANSING Claims to open clogged pores allowing for removal of dirt, oil, and makeup. In addition, there is improvements in skin problems such as acne, rashes, burns, eczema and psoriasis. Scars, even keloids, may be gradually softened. Increased secretions of: ACTH GH Endorphins LH/FSH Prolactin Renin-Angiotensin, Aldosterone Musculoskeletal Claim to have seen improvements in Arthritis (gouty, rheumatoid and DJD). Shoulder pain Bursitis Post-exercise muscle pain Muscle tension Spinal cord shock Adhesions Low back pain Muscle spasms
Manufacturers Claim The Major Differences of Far Infrared Saunas Over Conventional Saunas Are: Operate at temperatures of 100 degrees F to 130 degrees F while conventional saunas operate at temperatures of 180 degrees F to 220 degrees F (These high temperatures are not well tolerated by some). Infrared allows more toxins expelled through the kidney, liver, and hair through “resonant absorption". Are safer (no hot surfaces or high temperatures).
Do not dry out the mucous membranes like conventional saunas. Less than 20% of the infrared energy heats the air, leaving 80% available to be directly converted to heat within the body.
Warms the user to a much greater depth and more efficiently than the conventional sauna. Induces 2-3 times more sweat volume. The lower heat ranges may be safer for those with cardiovascular risks.
The air is more pleasant and easier to breathe.
SAFETY OF INFRARED RADIANT ENERGY Is the Infrared Thermal System safe for me? What exactly is radiant heat? No need to worry It has nothing to do with either ultraviolet radiation (which gives you a sunburn and damages your skin) or atomic radiation (the kind from a nuclear bomb).
Infrared heat IS SO SAFE, it is used to warm Premature Babies. Radiant heat is simply a form of energy that heats objects directly through a process called conversion, without having to heat the air in between. Radiant heat is also called Infrared Energy (IR). The infrared segment of the electromagnetic spectrum is divided into 3 segments by wavelength, measured in microns or micrometers (a micron = 1/1,000,000 of a meter); 0.076 ~ 1.5 microns = near or close; 1.5 ~ 5.6 = middle or intermediate; 5.6 ~ 1,000 = far or long wave infrared. The infrared segment of the electromagnetic spectrum occurs just below or "infra"± to red light as the next lowest energy band of light. This band of light is not visible to human eyes but can be seen by special cameras that translate infrared into colors visible to our eyes. We can, however, feel this type of light that we perceive as heat. Our sun produces most of its energy output in the infrared segment of the spectrum. Our atmosphere has a ¡°window¡± in it that allows IR rays in the 7 ~ 14 micron range to safely reach the earth's surface. When warmed, the earth radiates infrared rays in the 7 ~ 14 micron band with its peak output at 10 microns. According to Dr. Tsu-Tsair Oliver Chi in his summation on the mechanism of actions of infrared devices tuned to the human body, these rays are selectively absorbed by the tissues needing a boost in their output. The internal production of infrared energy that normally occurs within our tissues is associated with a variety of healing responses and may require a boost to a maximal level to insure the fullest healing response possible in a tissue under repair. Harmlessly. This phenomenon is called "resonant absorption". The sun is the principal source of radiant energy that we experience daily. Have you ever been outside on a partly cloudy spring day of about 50° and felt quite comfortable when the sun was suddenly obscured by a cloud? Although the air temperature had not had time to drop, you felt chilled, as the cloud would not let the warming infrared rays through to reach you. The infrared heat in Infrared Thermal System is just like the heat from our sun or that which our own bodies produce as they burn fuel to keep us warm. Our bodies radiate infrared energy out through the skin at 3 ~ 50 microns, with most of their output at 9.4 microns. Our palms emit infrared energy at between 8 ~ 14 microns. Palm healing, which has a 3,000 year- old tradition in China, has been based on the healing properties of these natural infrared rays. The Yogis of India also use such palm healing and recommend it especially for relieving eye strain. Sauna use has been popularized by the Finns whose old religion used it as a ceremony for mental, spiritual and physical cleansing. This religion came with the Finns when they migrated from an area northwest of present day Tibet, between 5,000 ~ 3,000 year BC, to their present location in Finland.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DISEASE, CONSULT WITH YOUR HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONER BEFORE USING.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS As you can see, the segment of the infrared spectrum emitted by the Infrared Thermal System is reputed to offer an astounding range of possible therapeutic benefits and effects in research conducted around the world. The data presented is offered for reference purposes only and to stimulate further observation. Infrared Thermal Systems creating a cure for or treating any disease is neither implied nor should be inferred. If you have a disease, be certain to consult with a primary-care physician concerning it. If you are using any prescription drugs, check with your physician or pharmacist for any possible change in the drug's effect due to any interaction with infrared energy. It is considered inadvisable to raise the core temperature in someone with adrenal suppression and systemic lupus erythematosus or multiple sclerosis, by some authorities. If you have a recent (acute) joint injury, it should not be heated for the first 48 hours after an injury or until the hot and swollen symptoms subside. If you have a joint or joints that are chronically hot and swollen, these joints may respond poorly to vigorous heating of any kind. Vigorous heating is strictly contraindicated in cases of enclosed infections be they dental, in joints or in any other tissues. If you are pregnant or suspect you may be, discontinue your sauna use. Finnish women use their saunas, which don't throw heat as deeply into the body, for only 6~12 minutes and reportedly leave at that time, due to perceived discomfort. Their usage at this low level of intensity is not linked to birth defects. Infrared Thermal System usage may be 2~3 times more intense, and comparatively shorter 2~6 minute sessions hardly seem worth any minimal risk they may present. Metal pins, rods, artificial joints or any other surgical implants generally reflect infrared rays and thus are not heated by this system, nevertheless you should consult your surgeon prior to using Infrared Thermal System. Certainly, the usage of Infrared Thermal System must be discontinued if you experience pain near any such implants. Silicone does absorb infrared energy. Implanted silicone or silicone prostheses for nose or ear replacement may be warmed by the infrared rays. Since silicone melts at over 200°C (392°F), it should not be adversely affected by the usage of Infrared Thermal System. It is still advised that you check with your surgeon and possibly a representative from the product manufacture to be certain. Heating of the low back area of women during the menstrual period may temporarily increase their menstrual flow. Once a woman is aware that this may occur, she can choose to allow herself to possible experience this short term effect without worry or to simply avoid Infrared Thermal System usage at that time of her cycle. Hemophiliacs and anyone predisposed to hemorrhage should avoid Infrared Thermal System usage or any type of heating that would induce vasodilatation, which can potentate the tendency to bleed. Obviously, should any condition worsen with use of an Infrared treatment, the use of the system should be discontinued. People do not experience pain using Infrared Thermal Systems unless such is contraindicated. If you do, the use of radiant heat is clearly inappropriate for you at that time. If you stop sweating, get out immediately! This may be the initial stages of heat stroke. Consult with your personal physician before using any sauna.
HOW IT WORKS Far infrared sauna therapy is said to duplicate the healthy frequencies. The tissues are purported to selectively absorb these rays as the water in the cell reacts in a process called “resonant absorption”. This is said to occur when the frequency of the far infrared matches the frequency of the water in the cell causing toxins to be dropped off into the blood stream and excreted in sweat, feces, and urine. Proponents of this therapy state thate the healing response of our tissues may need a boost of infrared to insure the fullest healing response possible in a tissue under repair Far infrared is claimed to penetrate the body’s tissues to a depth of over 1.5.” Due to the supposed deep penetration into the skin of the infrared rays being emitted from coils within the sauna walls there is a heating effect deep in the muscular tissues and internal organs. This “deep heating” is thought to be responsible the healing effect and the other health benefits associated with these infrared rays.
PROTOCOL
Drink around Twelve ounces of water for every 15 minutes you are in the sauna (drink lots of fluid!!). Plenty of fluids will be furnished to you during your treatment.
What do you wear? Bathing attire is suggested but shorts and a t-shirt are fine. At Holistic Alternatives, we give you a large towel, which most people just wrap around them and relax. Time spent in a sauna should be enjoyable, forget all your worries. You can sit, lay, stand or meditate, whatever is comfortable for you. We have soft spa music playing through stereo speakers in our sauna.
The number of sessions and amount of time spent in the sauna should be discussed with your health care professional. This should be individualized.
Price for a luxurious and healing treatment is $45.00