There
are three factors at work in a spa: heat, buoyancy and massage. Together, they
create an experience that is both relaxing and rejuvinating.
Immersion in
hot water raises the body temperature and causes the blood vessels to dilate,
resulting in increased circulation. The buoyancy of the water reduces body weight
by approximately 90%, relieving pressure on joints and muscles and creating the
relaxing sensation of weightlessness.
The massaging action of a spa is
created by sending a mixture of warm water and air through jet nozzles. This energizedstream
of water relaxes tight muscles and stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's
natural pain killers.
Of course, a spa offers much more than just a good
hydromassage. It's called a real body spa therapy or home spa treatments. However,
you should only use natural spa products to make your spa treatments more effective.
Soaking in hot, swirling water leaves you feeling mentally and emotionally
relaxed as well. Fifteen minutes in the morning can give you a fresh start. And
a soak before bedtime can make it easier to drift into a deep, restful sleep.
This spa therapy is something you'll want to experience every day. |
Recommended
Tips & Precautions
for Hot Spa Use:
| | - Persons suffering
from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure, etc., should not enter
a hot tub without medical consultation.
- Never let children use the hot
tub unsupervised! Keep your hot tub covered and locked between periods of use.
Don't leave an open hot tub unattended.
- Never use a hot tub while
under the influence of alcohol, stimulants, narcotics, or tranquilizers. Spa heat
accelerates the effects of alcohol and drugs and cause unconsciousness. Leave
the hot tub immediately if you feel uncomfortable or drowsy.
- Excessive
water temperature is potentially dangerous. Always check the water temperature
in the spa with an accurate thermometer - and your hands - before use. The recommended
maximum temperature of the water is 104°F. Persons new to a spa will probably
prefer 100°F as a beginning temperature.
- Observe a reasonable
time limit when soaking in a hot tub, then shower, cool down, and if you wish,
return for another brief stay. Long exposures may result in nausea, dizziness,
or fainting.
- Never use the hot tub alone.
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