Often hot tubs are considered a luxury item, reserved for those that have the means to enjoy the fine life; but for many a hot tub is an indispensable part of making it through the day.
There are scientifically proven benefits associated with regular therapeutic hot tub use and it is prescribed by many doctors as a form of treatment for arthritis, pain, stiffness, diabetes, stress and more. Some of the health benefits of hot tub ownership are as follows:
1) Stress Relief - There are psychological as well as physiological reasons why a hot tub relieves stress so successfully and helps you unwind during tense times. Hydrotherapy, heat therapy and the support of the spa water all work together to allow your body to release tension. Stiff muscles relax and blood flows more freely. The alleviation of physical symptoms and the soothing environment of the spa are reflected in one's mental state.
2) Arthritic Pain, Fibromyalgia – Heat is a well known treatment for arthritis and joint pain. The gentleness of the hydrotherapy hot tub massage assists pain relief. Regular treatment can make life considerably better for those who suffer chronic arthiritis and join pain, even leading to reduction in medication. A hot tub is a great way to ease the daily burden of constant joint pain.
3) Insomnia, inability to sleep – Heat reduces the body’s internal temperature allowing natural relaxation, like a warm summer's day. The warmth and gentle circulation of water in a hot tub encourages the body to unwind and rest on its own, unlike medication, leading to a more restful sleep. Relaxing in a hot tub can lead to a more rested, productive, and healthy life.
4) Type 2 Diabetes – A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that sufferers of Type 2 Diabetes can benefit from regular use of a hot tub. Most diabetics are unable to endure rigorous activity, and have difficulty with weight and circulation. The study revealed that sufferers experienced a significant decrease in blood sugar levels, and improved sleep after spending 30 minutes a day in a hot tub. For those who live with the daily discomfort and inconvenience of diabetes, a hot tub can be the doorway to a fuller, more enjoyable life.
