Is there a difference between recreational sauna use and sauna therapy? Yes.
You may step inside your sauna for pleasure, socializing, and wellness benefits. This constitutes recreational sauna use. And many cultures use saunas recreationally stemming from ancient traditions. Recreational sauna use is popular in Asia, Europe, and gaining popularity in the United States.
Physicians prescribe Sauna Therapy for a specific duration of time depending on your health, illness, and other circumstances. You may benefit from Sauna Therapy, if you struggle with chronic conditions like digestive disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, or poor circulation. Before beginning Sauna Therapy for one of these or other conditions, please check with your Physician first.
I am new to the sauna world and have a few questions. I see that there are several models that you guys offer and I'm wondering if you can help me decide. What exactly is carbon fiber infrared? I understand what infrared is but that is still new to me. What separates the old saunas to the new ones? Also can you tell me what is the wood made from for the models? I know i have alot of questions but I very interested in wanting your saunas so please can you help me?
Posted by: Nicole | Nov 06, 2008 at 05:44 PM
What is the main difference in the sauna usage? Can they both be helpful in the same ways while being a social thing? I use a infared sauna at the gym all the time and I just figured I was getting all the benefits. Is there a certain suggested amount of time to spend in the infared sauna that will be the happy medium? I'd like a reply if at all possible. Thanks all!!
Posted by: Guy Collins | Nov 10, 2008 at 06:28 PM
I love using my sauna for both uses. I use my sauna for relaxing and for help to heal sports injuries. Every now and then I tweak a muscle and the saunas use seems to help the healing process. Relaxation it the most often reason for getting in my sauna. I like the warmth and sweating to clean my pores. I get out and take a shower and I feel fresh and energized. I keep going and going and.....
Posted by: Katherine | Dec 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM
I'd like to say that I enjoy using this for therapy but I don't. I would rather use it for my own enjoyment. I guess when you are told you need to do something it's not as fun. My Dr. did say that my situation is improving quickly so that is good. Maybe when everything is good again I can use this for fun.
Posted by: Shane | Jan 12, 2009 at 11:14 AM
Wow! I have been suffering from back problems lately and my Dr. recommended sauna use. This is a kind of blessing in disguise due to the fact that I need to cleanse my system as well. The cleansing can sit on the BACK burner for now! Lol. I really need this for my ever sore back. I put in the order for the 3 to 4 person far infared sauna and it arrived here yesterday. I haven't put it together yet but I have my Nephew on his way today. I'll let ya know how it goes in a further entry.
Posted by: Frank Serrone | Feb 17, 2009 at 09:30 AM
Recreational use is way better for me. I don't enjoy it when it is on my mind to get better. I guess it's all in your head. I need to get in the daily habit of using my tub.
Posted by: Rob Rein | Feb 26, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Recreational use is naturally the most enjoyable for using my sauna. I think I get more out of my sauna when I use it regularly.
Posted by: Sandy Hoff | Jun 18, 2009 at 01:46 PM
When my friends ask: Do you like this for recreational or therapeutic best, I simply answer YES! It is great for both and It's kind of a drag when I'm sick because I'm not as comfortable. But I have the peace of mind knowing I'll get better sooner.
Posted by: Paul Browning | Jul 16, 2009 at 03:07 PM