Saunas have been around for hundreds of years and were utilized for hundreds of years before infrared light was even discovered. Fast forward to today, with advancements in research into infrared, we now have a new way to reap the benefits of a sauna.
While near infrared can offer many of the same benefits of a traditional saunas there are inherent differences. Traditional saunas, such as wood, smoke, or steam saunas, are typically for group use within a gym or other facility. Alternatively, near infrared saunas are typically used alone (but not always). And while spas and wellness offices are starting to offer near infrared saunas, they are more affordable and offer an easy way to use a sauna at home. Here are three unique benefits to near infrared saunas:
instead of the air around you
with results at lower temperatures
near infrared has an immediate impact
Both near and far infrared are wavelengths on the electromagnetic spectrum. Technically speaking, NIR wavelengths are closer to detection by the human eye, with far infrared being progressively further from the visible spectrum. But how are they different in sauna use?
Dr. Lawrence Wilson, a licensed medical doctor and a pioneer in infrared sauna therapy, goes into further detail on the differences of near and far infrared saunas. Here are some noteworthy differences:
Near infrared light therapy is one of the more affordable, efficient, and most powerful ways to achieve the benefits of sauna therapy. Here are several benefits near infrared saunas offer:
While near infrared is not a cure all, nor does it remove the need for proper medical care or advice, it can have many healing and relaxation benefits. At Sauna Comfort, we hear most often that customers decide to purchase a near infrared sauna to enhance health and well-being.