Infrared saunas: Benefits of infrared heat

Increased vital energy

The BH SHIATSU saunas use long wave infrared rays —the same ones that reach us from the sun and are filtered through the atmosphere— a form of light that the human eye cannot detect but which is felt in the form of heat.

To be specific, the infrared rays in the BH SHIATSU saunas cover a safe range of light with wavelengths of 5.6-15 microns. They encourage a process called “resonance absorption” in the cells, producing oxygen for good respiration and activating blood circulation and our metabolism.

Weight loss

Heat therapy using infrared rays contributes to weight loss because it stimulates the metabolic process of the vital organs and endocrine glands, which translates into a substantial loss of calories during each sauna session. Half an hour in the sauna consumes the same amount of calories as a 10-kilometre run.

Faster healing

Long wave infrared rays have a vasodilatory effect on the peripheral blood vessels, bringing oxygen to the joints and extremities which accelerates the healing of muscle tears and strains, alleviates pain and reduces the time the body needs to recover from injuries.

Getting ready for massage

An infrared sauna session before a massage significantly helps to alleviate accumulated stress and create a general feeling of relaxation. This encourages the muscle tissues to dilate which is an essential premise to make the subsequent massage session deeper and more effective.

Elimination of toxins

Our organisms need to get rid of toxins, whether these are exogenic (e.g. alcohol or tobacco), endogenic (e.g. caused by an infection) or autogenic (e.g. generated by our own constitution and temperament).

Improved cardiovascular health

Infrared saunas activate your pulse and blood circulation, a vital element in maintaining good health. The rhythm of your heart is strengthened as more blood flows from the internal organs towards the epidermis, yet without increasing blood pressure.

Activated immune system

The increase in body temperature during a sauna session causes your organism to increase the production of white blood cells which obstruct the advance of certain viruses and bacteria. This is why treatment with long wave infrared rays is a good means of preventing diseases..

Beautiful skin

All of us would love to have a healthy skin, and infrared sauna therapy brings large numbers of nutrients to the skin thanks to the increased circulation, giving it a very healthy tone and texture. Long wave infrared therapy also has a gentle cleansing action on the skin.