The Many Health Benefits of a Hot Tub
A hot tub can be good for your body, mind and spirit.
Discover what ancient cultures knew millennia ago – immersion in hot water can be good for the body, mind and spirit. Besides providing a relaxing hydrotherapy experience, hot tubs and portable spas provide many health benefits, especially for people suffering from arthritis, diabetes, and sleep deprivation. A long, soothing soak in a Hot Spring® spa could be just what the doctor ordered. Whether it’s to unwind from the complexities of everyday life or to soothe sore muscles and joints caused by sports or minor strains, a Hot Spring spa can help spa users feel better — naturally.
ARTHRITIS BENEFITS OF HOT TUBS
An estimated 50 million Americans are affected by some form of arthritis. Although there are more than 100 different kinds of arthritis, most are characterized by inflammation of the joints which causes swelling, pain and stiffness. A hot tub can provide the warmth, massage and buoyancy needed to both relax and exercise joints and muscles.
DIABETES BENEFITS OF HOT TUBS
For the more than 23.6 million people who have diabetes, help may be as close as the nearest hot tub. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine indicates that soaking in a hot tub can be beneficial for people affected by Diabetes. Soaking in a hot tub may contribute to an increase in overall sense of well-being and improved sleep.
SLEEP BENEFITS OF HOT TUBS
Sleep researchers believe that many cases of insomnia can be traced to hectic, stressful lifestyles. The results of sleep deprivation are varied and may cause battered nerves, lapses in memory, depression, and erratic mood swings. Soaking in a hot tub prior to bed can help allow for important stress relief and relaxation, leading to more peaceful sleep.
THE HYDROMASSAGE EXPERIENCE
There are three factors at work in a spa: heat, buoyancy and massage. Together, they create a relaxing, soothing hydromassage experience. Immersion in a hot tub raises the body temperature and causes the blood vessels to dilate, increasing circulation. The buoyancy of the spa water reduces body weight by approximately 90%, which relieves pressure on joints and muscles and creates the relaxing sensation of weightlessness.
For more information, visit your local Hot Springs Spa Dealer.
