My general advice is if you have any reason whatsoever to doubt that a far infrared sauna is a safe and healthy therapy option for you and your body, go ahead and consult your doctor. I’m happy to tell you through this site or over the phone about the experience I’ve accrued in my years involved with far infrared saunas, but only a doctor can give medical advice.
Yes, infrared saunas are safe to use. From the electrical components to the wood to the heating elements, everything has been tested and certified for your health and safety. Our saunas are designed and manufactured to last–which is why we cover them with a full lifetime warranty and 100% satisfaction guarantee. We also have the lowest EMF of any infrareds sauna on the market. Guaranteed.
And no, infrared saunas are not like ‘microwaving’ yourself. We use the far infrared band of light which is absorbed by your body and raises your core body temperature. Same energy as the sun.
Infrared saunas utilize radiant heat which is the same the sun’s far infrared light (thermal radiation). Radiant heat is more efficient than heating the air alone because it warms the body from the inside. Thus, the body directly absorbs as much as 93% of the heat generated by our combination carbon/ceramic heaters. Far infrared radiation (FIR) is considered harmless for humans, plants and animals (it is even used to heat premature babies in hospital incubators).
The invisible radiant waves penetrate the body’s tissues to a depth of over one and one half inches, which then gets absorbed by your soft tissue and water molecules. In fact, the infrared wavelength is tuned to correspond very closely to the body’s own generated radiant energy wavelength output. Absorbing far infrared waves from an infrared sauna is no different than sitting in the sun as 53 percent of the sun’s energy is far infrared energy.
Our saunas are not only extremely safe but seriously contribute to ongoing health maintenance.
Children: Keep small children out of infrared saunas, and, really, out of all saunas. Before puberty, the bodies of children just can’t regulate their internal temperatures the way adults can through sweat production. Small children are also far more likely to hurt themselves by touching the heater.
As children get older, brief and always supervised sessions are okay, but never ever bring a child who can’t communicate how they are feeling into a sauna. Experts suggest that adolescents and supervised children spend 15 minutes or less inside saunas, or avoid using a sauna at all.
Pregnant women: Experts recommend that pregnant women limit sauna use. Raising your body temperature to 100 degrees or higher greatly increases risk of fetal complications or birth defects, especially during the first trimester, according to the Organization of Teratology Information Services.
Most studies about pregnancy and saunas seem to focus on the first trimester, but the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says to skip saunas, and even excessively hot baths, during all three trimesters. I’m inclined to agree with that–it’s common sense not to take unnecessary risks with your child.
Elderly: With the elderly, whether or not they’re able to use an infrared sauna should really be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Many folks are able to use saunas–both infrared and traditional steam saunas–right up into their eighties. This is commonplace in Finland, of course, where use of traditional steam saunas is a major part of the fabric of life.
As I mentioned above, the only risks that are inherent to infrared saunas are those that are also inherent to sweating outside on a very hot day. If the elderly folks in your life become uncomfortable when they start sweating, or if they’re at risk of getting heat stroke or dehydration, it’s probably best to limit their time in the sauna.
Pets: Keep your pets out of saunas. As with children, pets don’t have the ability to sweat in the way that human adults can. Your pets also can’t verbalize when they begin to feel extreme discomfort, and they, like children, are at a great risk of accidentally making contact with the very hot parts of your sauna.
Your dogs and cats also have fur, which makes the conditions even hotter for them. It’s best to let your beloved animal companions keep you company right outside the sauna door.
- Suffered a stroke (the sort caused by bleeding in the brain)
- Severe aortic stenosis
- Recently suffered a heart attack
- Unstable angina pectoris
- Lupus
- Brain tumors
- Been prescribed a steroid that interferes with blood circulation
Consult a Doctor If You Have:
- Very high blood pressure
- Very low blood pressure
- Multiple sclerosis
- Silicone implants
Raising your core body temperature and having a good, prolonged intensive sweat is how you reap the many benefits that far infrared saunas have to offer, such as weight loss, joint pain relief, clearer skin, and lower blood pressure. However, as I mentioned above, there may also be some risks to having a raised body temperature, whether you are in a controlled setting like a sauna, or in the outdoors, exercising–it’s always best to consult your physician.
As with most things in life, there is a right way and wrong way to use a far infrared sauna. We’ve already discussed some of the risks and conditions that users should be aware of when they plan their far infrared sauna therapy. Now let’s take a look at some ways you can enhance your wellness and safety when using an infrared sauna.
I hate to admit it, but I was actually a bit hesitant the first time I ever used an infrared sauna. I’d been in traditional steam saunas before, and the stuffiness created by the incredibly high levels of humidity just wasn’t for me. I also didn’t know much about the technology, and I certainly didn’t know how safe they were. However, as I’ve said time and time again, using one changed my life. After my first time, I went right out and started talking to experts about the safety aspects. I learned all that I could, and next time I went into the sauna, the only thing on my mind was the health benefits.
That’s really how it should be for most people. For most adults, there’s no more risk to using a far infrared sauna than there is in spending a hot day outside at a picnic. Put aside any misconceptions you may have and give it a whirl. I truly believe that you’ll enjoy the weight loss, clear skin, pain relief, and detoxification so much that your misconceptions about sauna safety will immediately disappear.
The bottom line? For the majority of people, infrared saunas are a safe and efficient way to reap major health benefits in your life. To learn more about how infrared saunas work, their safety, and how they can benefit your body, contact the passionate sauna experts at SaunaCloud, or take a look at our top-of-the-line saunas, designed with a patented combined ceramic/carbon heater system to give you the best health benefits with the most comfort.
I am glad infrared saunas have developed the way they have, because I couldn’t imagine my life without the benefits they provide, like deep sleep, lower blood pressure, less joint pain, weight loss, and a boosted immune system. Here at SaunaCloud I sell saunas that are some of the best history has offered. My far infrared saunas use advanced ceramic-carbon combination heaters for an amazing sauna experience. For more information on how SaunaCloud’s infrared saunas work and how they can improve your health, download my book The Definitive Guide to Infrared Saunas. Just give us a call at SaunaCloud 1.800.370.0820.
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I have been writing, learning, educating and generally pointing people in the right direction infrared sauna wise since 2012. Let me know how I can help: chris@saunacloud.com - (530) 417-1220
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