CONTRAINDICATIONS
Our far infrared saunas operate
with the same efficacy in a medical facility as in
your home. As with all professional equipment, you
may put yourself at risk if you do not fully understand
how to use the sauna. Far infrared saunas creating
a cure for or treating any disease is neither implied
nor should be inferred.
DO NOT attempt to self treat any disease with a far infrared sauna without direct
supervision of a certified physician. If any of the items listed below apply to you, be certain
to consult with your physician before using a far infrared sauna.
In all situations, hydration is a requirement for
sauna use. Drinking advanced electrolyte replacement
water is also recommended before and after sauna use.
Medications
Individuals who are using prescription drugs should
seek the advice of their personal physician or a pharmacist
for possible changes in the drugs effect when the body
is exposed to Far infrared waves or elevated body temperature.
Diuretics, barbiturates and beta-blockers may impair
the body’s natural heat loss mechanisms. Some
over the counter drugs such as antihistamines may also
cause the body to be more prone to heat stroke.
Children
The core body temperature of children rises much faster
than adults. This occurs due to a higher metabolic
rate per body mass, limited circulatory adaptation
to increased cardiac demands and the inability to regulate
body temperature by sweating. Consult with the child’s
Pediatrician before using the sauna.
The Elderly
The ability to maintain core body temperature decreases
with age. This is primarily due to circulatory conditions
and decreased sweat gland function. The body must be
able to activate its natural cooling processes in order
to maintain core body temperature.
Cardiovascular Conditions
Individuals with cardiovascular conditions or problems
(hypertension / hypo tension), congestive heart failure,
impaired coronary circulation or those who are taking
medications, which might affect blood pressure, should
exercise extreme caution when exposed to prolonged
heat. Heat stress increases cardiac output, blood flow,
in an effort to transfer internal body heat to the
outside environment via the skin (perspiration) and
respiratory system. This takes place primarily due
to major changes in the heart rate, which has the potential
to increase by thirty (30) beats per minute for each
degree increase in core body temperature.
Alcohol / Alcohol Abuse
Contrary to popular belief, it is not advisable to
attempt to “Sweat Out” a hangover. Alcohol
intoxication decreases a person’s judgment; therefore
they may not realize it when the body has a negative
reaction to high heat. Alcohol also increases the heart
rate, which may be further increased by heat stress.
Chronic Conditions / Diseases Associated With A Reduced
Ability To Sweat Or Perspire
Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous
System Tumors and Diabetes with Neuropathy are conditions
that are associated with impaired sweating.
Hemophiliacs / Individuals Prone To Bleeding
The use of Infrared should be avoided by anyone who
is predisposed to bleeding.
Fever
An individual that has a fever should not use the
Solo® or any other type of sauna.
Insensitivity to Heat
An individual that has insensitivity to heat should
not use the Solo® or any other type of sauna.
Pregnancy
Pregnant women should consult a physician before using
the Solo® or any other type of sauna because fetal
damage can occur with a certain elevated body temperature.
Menstruation
Heating of the low back area of women during the menstrual
period may temporarily increase their menstrual flow.
Some women endure this process to gain the pain relief
commonly associated with their cycle whereas others
simply choose to avoid sauna use during that time of
the month.
Joint Injury
If you have a recent (acute) joint injury, it should
not be heated for the first 48 hours after an injury
or until the hot and swollen symptoms subside. If you
have a joint or joints that are chronically hot and
swollen, these joints may respond poorly to vigorous
heating of any kind. Vigorous heating is strictly contra-indicated
in cases of enclosed infections be they dental, in
joints or in any other tissues.
Implants
Metal pins, rods, artificial joints or any other surgical
implants generally reflect Far infrared waves and thus
are not heated by this system, nevertheless you should
consult your surgeon prior to using an Infrared Sauna.
Certainly, the usage of an Infrared Sauna must be discontinued
if you experience pain near any such implants. Silicone
does absorb Far infrared energy. Implanted silicone
or silicone prostheses for nose or ear replacement
may be warmed by the Far infrared waves. Since silicone
melts at over 200°C (392°F), it should not
be adversely affected by the usage of an Infrared Sauna.
It is still advised that you check with your surgeon
and possibly a representative from the implant manufacturer
to be certain.
Pacemaker
/ Defibrillator
The
magnets used to assemble our units can interrupt
the pacing and inhibit the output of pacemakers.
Please discuss with your doctor the possible risks
this may cause.
In the rare event, you experience
pain and/or discomfort, immediately discontinue sauna
use. |
