Infrared Sauna

Benefits of the infrared sauna include:

Lowers both systolic and diastolic blood pressure over time

Increases heart rate and blood vessels dilate allowing oxygen to enter cells more easily

Promotes sweating which helps the body eliminate toxins

Improves immune system by increasing white blood cells, lymphocytes and neutrophils

Improves mood

Lowers inflammation in the body

Encourages the development of collagen for younger looking skin

Can help with weight loss

Increase sports performance

Quickens recovery period

Provides pain relief for muscles and joints.

Since the sauna heats the body from within, it mimics a fever and kills viruses that are lingering in the body.

Traditional saunas are typically wood-paneled rooms that are equipped with stone-covered electric heaters. The temperature within the room can reach between 160-212 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot air produced by the heaters, heats the body from the outside.

Infrared saunas rely on the infrared spectrum of light to generate heat. Whereas hot air or steam is used to heat the body externally with a traditional sauna, infrared saunas use infrared light to heat the body internally. Infrared saunas operate at much lower temperatures between 100-160 degrees Fahrenheit. Because the infrared is heating the body from the inside out, most people don’t start sweating until half way through their session.

During your session, you can choose to wear clothes or sit in a towel. Bring a book to read, sit back and relax while your body heats up from the inside out. Bring a friend, spouse or partner and relax together as our sauna can accommodate 2 people comfortably. Water and towels are provided during your session. Other considerations include:

Sauna sessions should be limited to no more than 30 minutes.

Drink plenty of water before, during and after your session.

If you experience pain and/or discomfort, immediately discontinue and exit the sauna.

If you are on any medications, consult with your doctor before using the infrared sauna.

Do not use drugs, tobacco, or alcohol prior to or during the sauna session.

If you have a medical condition or are on any prescription medications, consult with your physician before using the infrared sauna.

Discontinue the use of the sauna if you feel light-headed, dizzy, heat exhausted, or unwell.

Most people prefer to sauna in nothing more than a towel. Others prefer to wear a bathing suit. Just keep in mind that you will sweat A LOT during your session, so wear clothes that you feel comfortable sweating in. If you prefer to wear your birthday suit, we have towels and wraps that you can use.

An infrared sauna session is anywhere from 20-30 minutes depending on your body. We always recommend that you listen to your body. Some people can sit in the sauna for 30 minutes no problem, while others need to work up to a longer duration. Each sauna booking is 30 minutes.

Most facilities that offer infrared sauna treatments recommend using the sauna three to four days per week. If you are healthy and tolerate the four days, you can use the sauna daily. But even using the sauna once a week or once a month provides great benefits as well.

There are a few things you should know before indulging in your first session.

Avoid using an infrared sauna if you’ve been drinking alcohol.

If you feel ill or have a fever, it’s best to wait to use the sauna until you’re feeling better.

Using an infrared sauna will cause you to sweat a lot, so you may feel lightheaded when you stand up. If this happens, make sure you get up slowly and sit down once you leave the sauna. Drink water immediately after finishing your session and wait for your body to cool down before doing anything else.

In extreme cases, some people may experience overheating (heat stroke and heat exhaustion) or dehydration.

If you have any health conditions such as high blood pressure, heart problems, or are under medical care, get cleared by your doctor before your first session. Even though infrared saunas have been found to be fairly safe, you don’t want to take any chances when it comes to your health and safety.

Those who have the following conditions should exercise caution and/or consult with their doctor before using the infrared sauna:

Medications – Diuretics, barbiturates, and beta-blockers may impair the body’s natural heat loss mechanisms. Anticholinergics such as amitriptyline may inhibit sweating and can predispose individuals to heat rash or to a lesser extent heat stroke. Some over-the-counter drugs, such as antihistamines, may also cause the body to be more prone to heat stroke.

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding – Pregnant women should consult a physician before using an infrared sauna. A doctor’s consent is required. If breastfeeding, do not use the infrared sauna. A detoxification process will produce the expelled toxins into your breast milk.

Menstruation – Heating of the low back area of women during the menstrual period may temporarily increase their menstrual flow.

Elderly – The body must be able to activate its natural cooling processes in order to maintain core body temperature. As we mature, our body naturally lose this capability. Guests over the age of 70 will be permitted for infrared sauna use, however, at a lower temperature.

Children ages 12-17 – The core body temperature of children rises much faster than adults. This occurs due to a higher metabolic rate per body mass, limited circulatory adaptation to increased cardiac demands and the inability to regulate body temperature by sweating. Consult with the child’s Pediatrician before using the sauna. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to use the infrared sauna. Anyone between the ages of 12 and 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cardiovascular Conditions – Individuals with cardiovascular conditions or problems (hypertension/hypotension), congestive heart failure, impaired coronary circulation or those who are taking medications which might affect blood pressure should exercise caution when exposed to prolonged heat. Heat stress increases cardiac output and blood flow in an effort to transfer internal body heat to the outside environment via the skin (perspiration) and respiratory system. This takes place primarily due to major changes in the heart rate, which has the potential to increase by thirty (30) beats per minute for each degree increase in core body temperatures.

Alcohol/Alcohol Abuse – Contrary to popular belief, it is not advisable to attempt to “sweat out” a hangover. Alcohol intoxication decreases a person’s judgement; therefore, he/she may not realize when the body has a negative reaction to high heat. Alcohol also increases the heart rate, which may be further increased by heat stress. Guests who appear intoxicated or inform us of alcohol consumption prior to use of the sauna will forfeit their scheduled appointment and no refund or credit will be issued.

Chronic Conditions/Diseases Associated with Reduced Ability to Sweat or Perspire – Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous System Tumors and Diabetes with Neuropathy are conditions that are associated with impaired sweating.

Hemophiliacs/Individuals Prone to Bleeding – The use of infrared saunas should be avoided by anyone who is predisposed to bleeding.

Fever – An individual who has a fever should not use an infrared sauna until the fever subsides.

Insensitivity to Heat – An individual with insensitivity to heat should not use an infrared sauna.

Joint Injury – If you have a recent (acute) joint injury, it should not be heated for the first 48 hours after an injury or until the swollen symptoms subside. If you have a joint or joints that are chronically hot and swollen, these joints may respond poorly to vigorous heating of any kind.

Implants – Metal pins, rods, artificial joints, or any other surgical implants generally reflect infrared waves and thus are not heated by this system. Nevertheless, you should consult your physician prior to using an infrared sauna.

Pacemakers/ Defibrillators – The magnets used to assemble infrared saunas can interrupt the pacing and inhibit the output of pacemakers. Please discuss with your doctor the possible risks this may cause.

No, our infrared sauna appointments are private. Only one person can book an appointment at a time.

Absolutely! There is no need to call or book your spouse/friend online. Just bring them with you to the appointment. There is a $10 additional fee when bringing a guest.

Yes! You can certainly use the cold plunge and infrared sauna on the same day. Some people like to sauna first and cold plunge second and others do it the other way around.