Health promotion brings benefits.
Sedentary work causes pain in the neck, shoulders and back. Stress often manifests itself as pain and muscle tension, and it is difficult to relax mentally whilst the body is in such pain.
Harmful substances in our environment that the body cannot immediately eliminate accumulate in our bodies. As these toxins build up, blood circulation is blocked and cellular energy is inhibited. Toxins that accumulate in the body are often the cause of a variety of health problems.
With an infrared sauna, you can offer staff a unique opportunity for recovery and relaxation. Infrared heat is the same type of heat that comes from the sun, but without the harmful UV radiation
Infrared heat penetrates deeper into the body than other types of heat, warming the body to a depth of 4.5 cm. Heat is well known for relieving pain and promoting relaxation. An infrared sauna increases blood circulation, which oxygenates the muscles and removes waste products.
By stepping into an infrared sauna...
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You give yourself time to pause in a pleasantly warm infrared sauna. You feel at peace as your muscles relax, stress hormones decrease and the hormones associated with calm and tranquillity increase. At the same time, you can listen to relaxation tracks or your favourite music.
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You experience deep muscle warming, giving you the sensation of a full-body massage. The rise in temperature increases blood flow through dilated blood vessels, which has positive effects on muscles and joints as well as cardiovascular fitness.
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Your body is stimulated to detoxify and lose weight. You will sweat 2–3 times more than in a traditional sauna. Infrared heat has the ability to release toxins that have accumulated in the cells. Studies show that infrared sauna sessions are particularly effective at reducing chemicals in the body, without increasing environmental toxins in the bloodstream. The toxins are removed along with the heavy sweating, allowing you to detoxify in a way that does not strain the kidneys or liver. Effective detoxification to rid the body of environmental toxins and chemicals accumulated over a lifetime requires repeated sauna treatments over several months.
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It puts the body into a fever-like state. Fever is the body’s own defence mechanism to combat infections and other threats. Stimulating the body with heat is very beneficial for the immune system; it becomes more alert and the body is better able to resist various infectious diseases typical of autumn and winter.
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- People with sedentary jobs can easily find pain relief and a sense of well-being in the body, enabling them to perform their work more effectively in an infrared sauna.
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- To find a way out of stress, one must start by creating relaxation and pain relief in the muscles. Only then are the conditions in place to find a way out of stressful situations. Through further relaxation and an assessment of one’s life situation, one can create the tools to break a vicious circle and find harmony without stress.
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Taking regular infrared sauna baths detoxifies the body
Sixty years ago, very few chemicals were produced. However, global chemical production has risen from seven million tonnes annually in 1950 to around 400 million tonnes in 2005. More than 30,000 chemical substances are available on the market within the EU. Of these, only 5,000 have been tested and assessed for their effects on health and the environment. There is no knowledge regarding the remaining substances. Helping your body get rid of toxins is a CLEAN investment in your health.
For every krona you invest in a wellness sauna and other health and wellness activities, you will reap many times the return. The number of sick days decreases, well-being leads to increased efficiency at work, and when you feel good, you are happy and enjoy your work and your surroundings.