Use of Sauna?

granddi · ‎03-16-2010

Do you use a sauna regularily? Occassionally?

Home equipment or spa type?

Infrared or traditional?

A chain place has just opened in our neighborhood and offer Infrared.

My reading supports many health benefits of using sauna. But there are cautions especially for older users.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

I cannot use a sauna of any kind. I'm predisposed to having heat stroke and heat exhaustion b/c my skin doesn't sweat to cool. It's very dangerous for me.

Janey2 · ‎06-07-2010

I do not know about a sauna, but I do know not to use a hot tub if you have high blood pressure. Ask a doctor if it is ok for you. Not knowing your medical background no one will be able to help you.

Snowpuppy · ‎03-09-2010

Traditional saunas are hugely popular in Michigan's Upper Peninsula which has a large Finnish population. The idea is to open pores snd sweat out toxins. I felt it eased my arthritis.

I've used both types commercially and you start off with just 1-3 minutes. Traditional saunas usually offer a feature that allows you to pour a bit of water over the heated rocks to add a small amount of moisture to the room.

While Finns may jump in an icy water after, you may want to shower upon exit. I've seen some used with eucalyptus leaves to enhance breathing.

Ask if this is a single sauna or a group setting. While Finns disrobe, many Americans keep a towel around them. Skoal! 😉

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

When pores are opened that also opens them up to things in the environment which some may not be good.

smoochy · ‎03-10-2010

@Snowpuppy wrote:
Traditional saunas are hugely popular in Michigan's Upper Peninsula which has a large Finnish population. The idea is to open pores snd sweat out toxins. I felt it eased my arthritis.

I've used both types commercially and you start off with just 1-3 minutes. Traditional saunas usually offer a feature that allows you to pour a bit of water over the heated rocks to add a small amount of moisture to the room.

While Finns may jump in an icy water after, you may want to shower upon exit. I've seen some used with eucalyptus leaves to enhance breathing.

Ask if this is a single sauna or a group setting. While Finns disrobe, many Americans keep a towel around them. Skoal! 😉

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granddi · ‎03-16-2010

When a sauna place opened near our home I was curious about Infrared Sauna. Its not like pouring water on hot rocks or going into a cedar closet with a group of people all in stages of undress. Preferred dress is swim suit or tee and tank and the rooms are solo.

Well respected medical sites such as Mayo discuss medical application of Infrared Sauna. Various studies support the benefits to pulmonary issues, lowering blood pressure, inflammatory conditions and fibromyalgia.

I have never been in a sauna. I was just curious.

beach-mom · ‎03-09-2010

I went to one at a gym every day years ago after swimming. I went in with just a towel because it was in the women's locker room. There were rocks piled up; I don't know if they really did anything or if they were just for the ambiance! Supposedly you pour water on the hot rocks to get the dry steam, but I never saw anyone do it! There was a paper with recommended time, and it was up to us to adhere to the prescribed time. I enjoyed it so much. I could feel my pores open!

Following the sauna I took a shower. I started with lukewarm water, gradually increased to almost hot, and ended with cool. I also had to wash my hair!

We also had a steam room. I tried it and preferred the sauna.

wagirl · ‎03-09-2010

I would use a facial sauna but never a whole body one--nothing about a sauna appeals to me in the least---what feels good about overheating and sweating like a pig in an enclosed area naked---nothing!!!