FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the advantages of FIR saunas over conventional saunas?
- Far infrared saunas operate at temperatures of 100 degrees F to 130 degrees F. Conventional saunas operate at temperatures of 180 degrees F to 220 degrees F, temperatures that are not as well tolerated. Far infrared can heat tissue three times as much as conventional saunas.
- Far infrared's resonant absorption causes more toxins expelled through the kidney, liver, and hair.
- Far infrared saunas are safer as there are no hot surfaces or high temperatures.
- Far infrared saunas are portable and easy to assemble.
- Far infrared saunas' lower temperatures do not dry out the mucous membranes like conventional saunas.
Infrared energy requires 90% less electrical energy (thus a lower electrical bill).
- Less than 20% of the infrared energy heats the air, leaving 80% available to be directly converted to heat within the body.
- Warms the user to a much greater depth (up to three inches) and more efficiently than the conventional sauna.
- Induces 2-3 times the sweat volume as conventional saunas, increasing many of the health benefits, including detoxification, cardiovascular conditioning, and calorie burning.
- The lower heat ranges may be safer for those with cardiovascular risks.
- The air is more pleasant and easier to breathe, making the sauna more comfortable to use. Many models pump in fresh air.
- Warm up only takes 5-10 minutes compared to 30-90 minutes for conventional saunas.
- Uses no water, thus no plumbing costs, bacterial growth, or cleanup.
What is the optimum infrared frequency for an infrared sauna?
- Within this wide spread of frequencies, the 5.6-15µ range is the most therapeutic to the human body, split evenly between the 9.4µ pivot point of peak human output. The Infrared elements are designed to operate within this range to maximize the effectiveness of your therapy. These wavelengths can penetrate the body's tissues to a depth of 1.5 to 3 inches. Due to the deep penetration of infrared rays, a heating effect is observed deep in the muscular tissues and even into the internal organs, meaning you perspire far more than you do in a traditional sauna.
Hard to reach impurities are eliminated through your skin using lower, comfortable temperatures.
Far Infrared Emissions are up to 96% on both carbon and ceramic saunas.
How do I use the sauna? / What is sauna etiquette?
- Always consult with your personal physician before using any sauna.
- Drink around12 ounces of water for every 15 minutes you are in the sauna (drink lots of fluid!).
- Start with 20 minutes per day and gradually increase. After a few weeks, may increase to 30-40 minutes up to twice per day. If you suffer from serious medical problems, start with 15 minutes.
- The number of sessions and amount of time spent in the sauna should be discussed with your physician. This should be individualized.
- Use twice per week up to twice per day.
- The best time for sauna is first thing in the morning or last thing before bed.
- Showering prior to using the sauna can increase the amount you sweat.
- Bathing attire is suggested but shorts and a t-shirt are fine.
- Relax! Time spent in a sauna should be enjoyable - forget all your worries.
- You can sit, lay, stand or meditate, whatever is comfortable for you.
- Rest for at least 15 minutes after the sauna session with a shower or relaxation techniques.
- At any point during your sauna if you do not feel well, leave immediately, especially if you feel weak, lightheaded, dizzy, or nauseous. If symptoms do not resolve, seek medical attention!
- You may experience “healing reactions,” which are temporary symptoms that occur as toxic substances leave the body – these may be odors, rashes, tastes, fatigue, headaches, or gastrointestinal changes. This may be normal, but if symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought.
Contraindications & Prior Use Medical Advice
If you have any questions regarding your current medical conditions and the use of a Galaxy Far Infrared Sauna, please consult your medical doctor before use. Infrared saunas are contraindicated for the following conditions or you should consult your medical doctor prior to use. Infrared Saunas creating a cure for or treating any disease is neither implied nor should be inferred. In the rare event that you experience pain and/or discomfort while in the sauna immediately discontinue use.
Seek permission from your doctor prior to use for the following conditions:
- Taking Medications
- Under 12 years old
- The Elderly
- Cardiovascular Conditions
- Chronic Conditions
Far infrared sauna use is contraindicated for people with following conditions:
- Pregnancy
- Hemophilia
- Fever
- Insensitivity to Heat
- Alcohol / Alcohol Abuse
