If you’ve ever used a hot tub, you will know just how relaxing and restful a soak in warm bubbling water can be! But did you know that hot tubs have more benefits than just relaxation? In fact, if you’re suffering from muscle pain, joint pain, anxiety, poor sleep or high blood pressure, hot tubs could be a useful tool for managing your symptoms and aiding your recovery. Keep reading this blog to find out how hot tub therapy could help you!
Hot Tub Therapy Benefits
Muscle and Joint Pain Relief
Floating in water is a great way to take pressure off your joints – in fact, floating in a hot tub can reduce your body weight by 90%! This can be especially helpful for those suffering from conditions like arthritis. Warm water also helps to relax tense muscles and remove any metabolic waste products from the body which can help to reduce joint and muscle stiffness and lower inflammation.
Stress and Anxiety Relief
The combination of warm water, hydrotherapy jets and relaxing water sounds in a hot tub can also reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. The heat can help to lower your cortisol (stress hormone) levels, while the peaceful environment can help you disconnect from daily life and truly relax, providing mental clarity.
Improved Sleep
Taking a hot tub soak before bed can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better! The warm water temporarily raises your core body temperature and when you get out of the tub, this temperature drops, similarly to the natural dip that occurs before rest and this signals your brain that it is time to sleep. Combine this with the physical relaxation benefits of hot tubs and you get deeper, most restful sleep!
Improved Blood Circulation
The warm water in hot tubs also helps your blood vessels expand, leading to improved blood flow throughout your body. This can help to deliver more oxygen and nutrients to your cells and lower your blood pressure. The heat from the water also helps to elevate your heart rate, which can provide a cardiovascular workout similar to mild aerobic exercise.
So, if you’re wondering whether hot tub therapy could be for you, the answer is: yes! If you are struggling with poor sleep, anxiety, high blood pressure or joint and muscle pain, soaking in a hot tub could have a range of benefits for your physical and mental health.
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