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THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Heat Therapy

History of Saunas

The earliest use of heat therapy can be traced back to ancient civilisations such as the Greeks and Romans, who utilized public baths and hot springs for relaxation and medicinal purposes.

In Finland, the sauna tradition dates back over 2,000 years. The Finnish sauna, a small wooden building heated by a stove, became an integral part of daily life, used for everything from relaxation to childbirth. This practice spread across Scandinavia and beyond.

In the 20th century, saunas evolved with technological advancements. Today, saunas are available in various forms, each with its unique benefits and features.

ANCIENT ORIGINS(2000 B.C.)

CULTURAL ADOPTION(500 B.C.)

TRADITIONAL FINNISH SAUNAS(18TH CENTURY)

MODERN INNOVATIONS (EARLY 2OTH CENTURY)

MODERN WELLNESS MOVEMENT(1980S)

GLOBAL POPULARITY AND INNOVATION(21ST CENTURY)

REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR RECOVERY

Exploring Different Types of Saunas

Saunas come in various forms, each offering a unique experience and set of benefts. Here’s a detailed look at the three main types:

Steam Saunas

Mechanism: Steam saunas generate heatthrough steam produced by boiling water in aheater, ranging from 110’F to 130’F. The air inthese saunas is saturated with humidity, oftenreaching 100%.Benefits: The high humidity insteam saunas hydrates the skin andrespiratory tract, making it easier to breathe.The moist heat can also enhance relaxationprovide relief for respiratory conditions, andimprove circulation.

Infrared Saunas

Mechanism: Infrared saunas use infrared lightto directly heat the body rather than the air. Thetemperature is usually lower than in traditionalsaunas, ranging from 120°F to 150°F(49°C to65°C).Benefits: Infrared saunas offer deeptissue heating, which can help withdetoxification pain relief, and skin health.

Dry Saunas

Mechanism: Dry saunas use a heater to raisethe air temperature, typically between 150°Fand 195°F (65’C and 90°C), with low humidity.Benefits: They provide a traditional saunaexperience with intense heat that helps to relaxmuscles, improve circulation, and promotesweating.The dry environment is beneficial forthose who prefer a less humid setting.

UNDERSTANDINGPERCEIVED

Temperature in SteamSaunas

The perception of heat in a steam sauna is influenced by both temperature and humidity. High humidity can make the environment feel significantly hotter than it actually is.

Concept Explained:

  • Heat Index: The Heat Index combines temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it feels to the human body. In a steam sauna, the high humidity increases the perceived temperature, making the air feel hotter.

Example Calculation:

  • Actual Temperature: 130°F
  • Humidity: 95%
  • Estimated Perceived Temperature: Approximately 145°F

A steam sauna at 130°F with 95% humidity might feel similar to a dry sauna at around 145°F.

This is a rough estimation and the actual perceived temperature can vary based on individual sensitivity and other factors like ventilation and air movement within the sauna.

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"The KASUE SAUNA trains the body tohandle stress more effectively,increasing resilience and promotinga deep state of relaxation bypushing one's physiological limits."