Benefits of Infared Sauna
Infrared light therapy offers many stand-alone health benefits and pairs well with a variety of our services at OM Massage & Wellness.
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Sweating is the body’s natural way to heal and stay healthy. Infrared sauna therapy is beneficial for natural healing and prevention because of its ability to penetrate human tissue resulting in a deep, detoxifying sweat. It is known to assist with sleep, detoxification, immunity, heart health, muscle recovery, weight management, anti-aging and relaxation. Many sauna users experience relief from conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis, and neck and back pain because it warms and relaxes joints and muscle tissue.
Detoxification
Sweat out the toxins. Sweating is one of the body’s safest and most natural ways to heal and maintain good health by helping to eliminate toxic heavy metals, drug residues, and hormone disruptors. With the deepest penetration, Sunlighten saunas’ infrared helps increase blood flow and perspiration.
Muscle Recovery
Repair muscles faster. Many professional athletes use Sunlighten saunas to recover from their training and injuries. Infrared helps deliver more oxygen to cells for faster repair and pain relief.
Sleep
Using the sauna during the day can energize your body for increased activity, which will increase your sleep drive. An evening sauna brings heat to the surface of your body and can help stimulate melatonin production. It also decreases cortisol levels and induces relaxation. Sweet dreams!
Immunity
Heating the body from inside can improve the function of the immune system just like a fever can. Therefore, regular Sunlighten sauna use can help reduce the incidences of cold and flu, or help you recover faster from illness.
Anti-Aging
Purify and rejuvenate your skin. Harness a scientifically-proven “fountain of youth” and revitalize your skin’s appearance. Far infrared waves increase circulation and detoxify the skin, helping regenerate and cleanse cells.
Weight Loss
Increase metabolism and burn fat. Increasing core body heat increases calorie burn, similar to exercise. Infrared saunas also help with the elimination of toxins that cause fat storage.
Heart Health
Improve heart health. Infrared therapy can help your heart work better by exercising the heart, temporarily reducing blood pressure, and improving circulation.
Relaxation
Saunas optimize your body’s physical response to stress. Heat from the sauna increases activity in the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol levels and increasing your body’s ability to relax. This lowers your resting heart rate and regulates heart rate variability, promoting greater hearth health, too!
Infrared Sauna Sessions
Each session lasts 45 minutes.
Pricing
- $30 per session
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See package options below
Packages
- Infrared Sauna Discovery 5-Pack - $135 ($150 value)
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Infrared Sauna Wellness 10-Pack - $270 ($300 value)
Abby's amazing experience in the sauna. Read all about it here.
Your Sauna Experience
Should I sauna before or after my massage?
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There is no wrong answer here… it’s completely up to you. If you choose to sauna before your massage, your muscles will be warmed up for your treatment, and is will be easier to reach and release those areas holding a lot of tension and stress.
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If you prefer to enjoy a sauna session after your massage, the sauna will help you sweat out toxins released during your treatment.
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For clients receiving Myofascial Release (MFR), we recommend using the Sauna after your treatment, as it will help with soreness and enhance the effects of your treatment.
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Preparing for your sauna session:
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Drink plenty of water before during and after your session.
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Wash your face and apply a light moisturizer.
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Remove all jewelry. High temperatures can heat the metal and burn your skin.
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Leave the tech behind. Cellphones, smart watches and fitness trackers should be left outside of the sauna. The warm environment can damage the hardware. Besides, you’re supposed to relax!
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Wear, or sit on a towel, and use a fresh one to dry off after your session.
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After your session, wear cool, loose clothing and drink more water.
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Don’t forget to book your next session!