Rheumatic diseases present an increasing challenge for much of the world’s population, especially for aging demographics. With over 200 illnesses falling under the large umbrella term of rheumatic diseases, most of these are without cure and rely on daily management of symptoms and progression. While pharmacological care remains central to treatment protocol for these diseases,… Read more
Chronic pain Articles
Sauna Bathing May Promote Overall Knee Health to Avoid Surgery or as Post-Operative Care
Snap, crackle, and pop may be some of the sounds that you hear coming from your knees as you rise up from a seated position. Knee pain affects twenty-five percent of the adult population, and in 2024 knee replacement surgery reached an all time high. (1) The knees are the foundation of movement for humans… Read more
Consider Using a Sauna to Successfully Relieve and Treat Back Pain
Piercing, throbbing, or an aching back is an experience few humans will escape in their lifetime. Most of the time a painful back is not a life threatening condition, but it can certainly put a person out of commission. It may come as a surprise to some, but there is actually research on how sauna… Read more
What is Waon Therapy: A Japanese Treatment That Centers Around Far Infrared Saunas
The warm glow of the late afternoon sun soothes the soul and gently warms the body. The light eminence of the setting sun is characterized by reddish-orange, and sometimes pink hues. So beautifully and calming is the setting sun that real estate that faces this direction is typically much higher in price. The evening sun… Read more
Relief From Inflammation May Be a Few Sauna Sessions Away
Inflammation is discussed wildly on many popular platforms and has become analogous with widespread illness within the wellness community. To be clear, all inflammation is not a bad thing for the body, in fact it is literally the body performing at its best to treat injuries, infections, and all forms of attacks from the outside… Read more
Infrared Sauna as a Therapy in the Treatment of Hashimoto’s Disease
The most common cause of an underactive thyroid gland is Hashimoto’s disease. This autoimmune disorder affects 2% of the American population, most of whom are women. In addition to the health concerns that Hashimoto’s disease presents, the very symptoms of this debilitating condition may present an array of challenges that are difficult for sufferers to… Read more
Is it Possible to Manage Chronic Pain With Sauna Bathing?
According to the CDC, approximately 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain yearly, and an increasing number of these individuals are looking for more natural, or alternative ways to relieve their discomfort. (1) As more individuals turn away from pharmaceuticals as the only option for pain management, it is important to make evident the alternatives… Read more