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you are here: DentalPlans.com > Dental Health Articles > Home / Garden > Hot Tubs for Health Reduce Stress Aches and Pains
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Updated: 9/12/2007 4:05:13 PM |
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 (ARA) - If you're considering the addition of a hot tub to your home's deck or patio for the health benefits and relaxation it provides, you're right on target. The combined benefits of heat, water and air for a sore body have been utilized for centuries.
Hydrotherapy is aquatic therapy with three basic factors: heat, buoyancy and massage. Immersion in hot water raises the body temperature, which results in increased circulation. Buoyancy in the water reduces pressure on the joints and muscles and creates a sense of relaxation. Massaging spa action of combined water and air jets further relaxes tight muscles and stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
"Spa therapy has short- and long-term health benefits," says Susan Strible of Hot Spring Spas. "Whether you have a highly athletic activity level or a less physical level of activity, the rewards of a good soak in the tub are countless. Anyone who owns one will tell you they just feel better since they began using their spa."
A natural therapy, used by hospitals, physical therapists and health spas around the world, spending time in a hot tub eases away stressors of the day, aches and pains that stem from an active lifestyle, and provides an avenue for connecting with family and friends.
Hot tubs are also known to help the body prepare for a good night's sleep. . Soaking in hot water before bedtime triggers your internal thermostat to lower your temperature, thus inducing sleep to set in more easily. A 15 minute soak in your hot tub about 90 minutes prior to bedtime can be a natural way to achieve restful sleep with none of the grogginess associated with the use of sleep medications.
Hot tubs have also been shown to help alleviate the pain and swelling associated with arthritis. The heat and buoyancy make it a safe, ideal environment for relieving arthritis symptoms while improving the range of motion. Gentle to joints and muscles, the water supports the weight and lessens stress on them to encourage free movement.
"Besides all the great health benefits, a hot tub enhances your life. It provides a place to relax and reduce stress," remarks Susan Strible. "Everyone benefits from that."
Hot Spring Spas have exceptionally low operating costs. Above ground hot tubs are energy efficient because they maintain the water at a constantly warm temperature. You can hop in any time, without waiting for them to reheat. They're ready when you are. They also come with an insulated cover, a simple to use jet system, and efficient plumbing and filter systems for your safety and peace of mind.
Additionally, above ground hot tubs are a non-permanent structure, easily portable and can be moved when you're ready for a new house.
John and Jeff Watkins began making hot tubs in their garage. Now the world's number one selling brand of hot tubs, Hot Spring Spas has been the market leader since 1977.
For more information and to request a free brochure, visit www.hotspring.com.
Copyright © 2007, ARAnet, inc.
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