Cardiovascular Health
Saunas for Cardiovascular Health
Saunas are commonly used for improving overall cardiovascular health and even preventing heart disease. All people with a doctor’s permission – no matter their age or gender – can benefit from the regular use of a sauna and the strengthened cardiac health that follows.
After just 10 minutes in a sauna, your heart rate increases by as much as 75%. This is similar to some forms of exercise such as a brisk walk, for example. While a sauna will never replace proper diet and exercise, it can be a welcomed addition to your health care regiment.
Some doctors suggest sauna use for the effects it has on your circulatory system. The heat from the sauna and the ensuing rise in your body’s temperature causes your blood vessels to dilate and your blood pressure to decrease. Blood flows more freely and as your heart rate increases your body naturally cools itself.
In addition to the general benefits of improved circulation and an extra cardiovascular workout, some sauna users with specific cardiovascular health issues have seen improvements too.
- Increased cardiac output
- Those with arterioloscerlerosis (condition where arteries become hard) see improvement from regular blood vessel dilation.
- Temporary reduction in blood pressure
HotSpring Spas of Music City does not recommend saunas to anyone with a cardiovascular health issue unless they’ve received specific instructions from their doctor. Before you enter a sauna, confirm that it is good for your health.
