Sauna

We recommend starting with 15mins if you are new to the sauna. Sauna includes use of shower. Please use the sauna before any treatments (though it can be used after as well). If having a treatment we will give you a robe and flip flops to use so you can go straight into your treatment room.

If not having a treatment you can still use our flip flops for £1 deposit. Locker use is also £1 deposit. If using both only one £1 is required. This is just to ensure we get these items back!

Towel charge is an extra £1, though of course you can bring your own.

Please sit on a towel in the sauna (small seat towels are provided free).

NB. Waxing not to be done before or after sauna use.

We recommend that you wear swimwear or something comfortable like shorts and t-shirt, if you mind sweating in them.

See further information above in ‘This is my first time…’

It is preferable for you to bring your own towel, however you can hire a towel for a £1 fee. We recommend that you sit on a towel due to sweat and heat. Also if you want to have a shower before or after, a towel is needed. We also have flip flops for you to use for a £1 returnable deposit.

See further information above in ‘This is my first time…’

Toxic chemicals are stored in fat cells and the body will not let go of the fat unless the toxins are removed from the cells. The body very cleverly binds up these toxins in the fat to preserve other organs. Once the toxins are removed, the weight gain associated with high acidity/mal-absorption is also solved. As you relax in the gentle heat of the infrared sauna, your body is actually hard at work, producing sweat, pumping blood – and burning calories. In a single sauna session you may burn as many as 600 calories, similar to exercising for 30 minutes, due to the radiant heat stimulating the deep tissues and organs to release stored fat and accumulated toxins.

When our body heats up, the heart pumps blood faster around the body and to the extremities of the body. Muscles worked during exercise produce heat, and the body needs to compensate. The best defence the body has to overheating is sweating because sweat evaporates from the skin taking the heat with it. A moderately conditioned person can easily sweat off up to 1000gms or more in a single sauna session – the equivalent in sweat to run 10 -15kms. By sitting in a SaunaMed sauna your body will start to sweat and dilate the capillaries and other parts of the cardiovascular system, offering many of the cardiovascular benefits of physical exercise. The heart rate also increases as more blood flow is diverted from the inner organs towards the extremities of the skin without heightening blood pressure. It’s a great means of exercise for those who cannot physically exert themselves. This also means using our sauna before exercise can act as a warm up before activity.

Research has also shown infrared therapy to effectively manage all manner of muscular and skeletal aches and pains, and even improve posture. One of the main reasons for this is its ability to dilate the capillaries in areas associated with pains, allowing oxygen-rich blood to bathe the area and flush away metabolic waste that builds up and contributes to the pain, soreness and stiffness, which relief and healing to muscle and soft tissue injuries. Health professionals have used infrared lamps for many years to treat muscle and joint problems.

Perspiration removes the deep impurities, toxins and dead skin cells. Increased circulation draws your skin’s own natural nutrients to the surface, meaning you will see a noticeable improvement in your skins texture, complexion, tone and elasticity. Studies concluded that Infrared Heat has been beneficial in the healing of acne, eczema, rashes, psoriasis, burns, lesions and cuts. In addition, open wounds heal more quickly, reducing scarring. Also, Infrared is the only heat that penetrates deep enough into the tissues of the body to melt away cellulite and fats.

High levels of stress put continuous strain in the autonomic nervous system and are one of the elusive causes of many chronic diseases. Heat therapy relaxes the muscles and relieves muscular aches and pains. The infrared rays also clear away build up of lactic acid and carbon dioxide around the muscles, by removing the toxins muscle and joint stiffness disappears. A sauna session also contributes to stress reduction by stimulating the endorphins of the brain, simply by providing a peaceful and relaxing environment away from it all.

A sauna session contributes to stress reduction by stimulating the endorphins of the brain, simply by providing a peaceful and relaxing environment away from it all. Any form of relaxation and meditation can help you to sleep at night.

Deep radiant infrared heat results in a rising of your body’s temperature, identical to the body’s defence mechanism against bacteria, microbes, and infection. The beneficial side effect of this induced temperature increase is immune system improvement resulting from increased production of white blood cells (leukocytes) by your bone marrow and killer T-cells by your thymus. When toxins are present in our body, blood circulation is blocked and cellular energy is impaired making it difficult for the body to fight disease. Combined with the elimination of toxins and wastes from your body, your overall health and resistance to disease is noticeably improved so you feel and look better.

If you are unsure, please check with your doctor before using the sauna.

Red – Energy

Called “The Great Energizer.” It loosens, releases stiffness and constrictions. It is excellent for areas that have become stiffened. Red is the first visible colour we see after the infrared band is passed. It promotes cellular growth, stimulating the “will” aspect, or the circulatory system. Red links with and stimulates the base of the spine, causing the adrenal glands to release adrenalin. This results in greater strength. Red causes haemoglobin to multiply, thus increasing energy raising body temperature conditions as it stimulates sensory nerves such as hearing, taste, smell, and activates metabolism.

Good for – all colds, sluggish or dormant conditions, such as pneumonia; arthritis; anaemia or blood related conditions; as a liver stimulant; an energy builder and for increasing circulation.

Blue – Calming

Can be used for any type of ailments associated with speech, communication, or the throat. Blue has a pacifying effect on the nervous system encouraging great relaxation. It is ideal for sleep problems. Blue light connects us to holistic thought, and gives us wisdom and clarity enhancing communication and speech. Relaxing, soothing blue rays bring great calm and peace to the mind that is worried, excited, or in a constant nervous state. It is a very positive colour, indicating loyalty and reliability, as expressed in the sentiment of being “true blue.”

Good for – inflammations; fever; high blood pressure; bleeding; headaches; anger; aggression; hysteria; soothing nerves

Green – Balance

Is the universal healing colour. Green is midway in the colour spectrum; therefore, it contains both a physical nature and a spiritual nature, in equal balance and in equal harmony. Help relax muscles, nerves, and thoughts. The colour green cleanses and balances our energy, to give a feeling of renewal, peace and harmony. In a more practical sense, green affects blood pressure and all conditions of the heart. It has an energizing effect, moderating or soothing effect.

Good for – stress reduction; heart conditions; decreasing and stabilizing blood pressure; ulcers; cancer; headaches; blackheads; pimples; acne; nervous disorders and influenza, and acts as a general tonic.

Purple (Blue & Red combo) – Strengthening

Is the last colour we can see before light passes on to ultra-violet. It purifies our thoughts and feelings giving us inspiration in all undertakings. The energy connects us to our spiritual self-bringing guidance, wisdom and inner strength, and enhances artistic talent and creativity.

Good for – neurosis, diseases of the scalp, sciatica, tumours, rheumatism, cerebral spinal meningitis, concussion, cramps and arthritis.

Turquoise (Green & Blue combo) – Intuition

Increases intuition and sensitivity. It helps to calm the mind and is cooling to the nervous system, assisting immunity and is one of the colours for throat chakra. Tones the general system. It builds the skin and relaxes sensation of stress.

NB. This is general advice and not to be taken as medical advice for any conditions.

Consult your doctor before using if you:

• Suffer or suffered with severe depression
• Hypersensitive to light (eg; diabetics and epileptics)
• Suffer eye complaints (ie cataracts or glaucoma)
• On specific medication (ie; certain antidepressants, psychotropic drugs or malaria tablets)
• Have high blood pressure

Avoid use of light therapy if you have the following:

• Retinal disease;
• Macular degeneration
• Medication that can increase your sensitivity to light

Possible side effects may include:

• Mild agitation or irritability
• Headaches
• Sleeping problems (avoid using light therapy during the late evening)

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

Finest Grade Non-allergenic / Non-toxic Canadian Hemlock or hand selected finest grade A Canadian red cedar.

Traditional & Steam

Spruce, Pine, Hemlock, Aspen, Alder and Abachi, which is cool to the touch in hot environments are most commonly used.

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

100% Pure Far Infrared ceramic heaters

Traditional & Steam

Electric stove or wood-burning element

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

Long wave ‘safe’ FIR wave

Traditional & Steam

Hot air, harder to breathe, but some people prefer this intense heat environment

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

18 – 65 °C

Traditional & Steam

More than 38 °C

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

80% water & 20% toxins

Traditional & Steam

97% water & 3% toxins

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

5 min

Traditional & Steam

30-40 min

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

YES – Adjustable air vent and oxygen ioniser system fitted as standard

Traditional & Steam

Availiable however this must be closed during use to create humid environment

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

Very high, heat safe and can be controlled to a single degree, timer function and Auto shut off also included.

Traditional & Steam

Hot coals, unsuitable for children, the elderly and injured, possible fire hazard.

SaunaMed FAR Infrared

Used by physicians.

Traditional & Steam

Not used by physicians.