We have been able to enjoy the benefits of the sauna and steam room for decades. In fact these iconic therapeutic elements have been in circulation for centuries, going right back to the Roman and early Greek civilisations.
Today these early forms of therapy have been formulated within one self-enclosed cubicle known as the steam shower. These amazing facilities provide us with a vast array of benefits all centred through the experience of moisture and heat. Apart from the many other assets found within these appliances the main attribute is the steam element. Usually it is recommended that to get the very best out of your steam session the temperature needs to be between 70 °C to 100 °C
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The steam shower is a more modern form of the steam rooms that were at one time only found within gyms, hotels and spa centres. Now however they have become much more affordable and now feature in a large majority of homes throughout the world.
The steam shower has increased in popularity with all ages and more so perhaps with the elderly due to the way in which it helps to relieve arthritic and rheumatoid aches and pains. However for those who prefer a more concentrated element for relieving aches and pains there is the infrared sauna.
Unlike the more traditional sauna that uses a charcoal effect to create a dry heat, the infrared sauna uses a more modern approach that utilises electricity to provide the therapeutic levels of heat that help to revive our bodies. The way this works is that each infrared sauna is fitted with an array of infrared heaters designed to emit high levels of energy in the form of infrared wavelengths. These appliances work in a very different way to any of the other forms of sauna or steam room because the heat is actually radiated in to your body. This allows for a much more direct approach for heat therapy as you can direct the wavelengths to certain areas of the body helping relieve the more painful parts of your body.
Each treatment offers its own unique experience, with certain appliances providing many other benefits such as the steam shower that comes fully fitted with an abundance of extras all integrated to enhance your enjoyment. Items such as television, radio and remote telephone are implemented for those who enjoy the modern resources to relax and unwind. Whereas others prefer the massage jets positioned for an all over body massage experience.
Whatever your preference, ensure you research each device first and find out which is more suited to your lifestyle and more importantly your home.
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