In the midst of an activity that brings you immense joy, such as skiing, rollerblading, hiking, playing tennis, or climbing a tree, it happens, and ‘it’ means that sound that reverberates through your being and is followed by a shooting pain that means only one thing: A precious bone has been broken or fractured. Or… Read more
Inflammation Articles
Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Sauna Bathing: Can Sauna Use Lead to Better Hearing?
Hearing loss has long since affected the aging population, but sadly hearing loss is on the rise among younger people with the advent of the widespread use of ear buds and headphones. Tinnitus affects 15-20 % of the American population. While most of this demographic are elderly, this is not always the case. Hearing loss… Read more
Lymphatic Health and Sauna Use: Lymphatic Drainage, Traditional Saunas, and Infrared Light
A puffy face, swollen legs, and bags under the eyes are just some signs that your lymphatic system may need a little extra love. Lymphatic drainage is discussed widely across media and wellness spaces with a particular emphasis on physical appearance. Most individuals will know of the lymphatic system due to having swollen lymph nodes… Read more
Your Complete Guide on How to Sauna to Meet Your Health and Fitness Goals: Discover Your Personal ‘Why’ so That You Know ‘How’ to Sauna
Uncover your personal health goals so that you know what type of sauna will best serve your needs, and how to use your sauna. Every individual is different, and at different stages in life a variation of sauna protocols will be more or less helpful. This guide will help you to uncover and understand what… Read more
High Performance Athletes Should Use an Infrared Sauna Instead of a Traditional Sauna For Explosive Power
As wellness trends surface and sink just as quickly as last week’s weather, it is important to closely examine any new protocols that survive the whirlwind of a social media fad. Sauna use as an ancient practice has stood the test of time and will be a part of human culture long after ‘bio-hacking’ fades… Read more
Sauna Therapy For Rheumatic Diseases: Non-Pharmacological Management Protocol
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
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
Infrared Light May be the Future of Regenerative Medicine: An Analysis of the New Data and Protocols to Follow From Home
The future wave of modern healthcare appears to be in regenerative medicine. This vast topic of research includes many approaches both ancient and modern. At its foundation regenerative medicine relies on natural human biology to heal itself. By harnessing the healing power of the body to intelligently organize itself into a balanced and high functioning… Read more
Back to School and Back to the Sauna For Improved Cognitive Function, Memory Consolidation, and Brain Health
As we leave the long summer days of blissful play in the ocean behind and head back to the classroom it may be time to refocus your attention. Cognitive clarity can feel allusive after several months of vacation, but there are some ways to improve your focus without any added pharmacological products. Whether you are… 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