Summary

When considering a new spa construction for their backyards, most homeowners think only of the enjoyment and relaxation with family and friends. Will they actually use it enough to warrant the cost of construction and maintenance? What they many times fail to consider are the Health Benefits of warm water immersion they would get from a backyard spa. It’s amazing just how much a spa can benefit your body and its many interconnected systems. Or how many ailments warm water immersion can help to remedy. You would be surprised!

Many areas around the world in ancient times knew there were health benefits of warm water immersion.

India, China, Egypt, Rome and Greece all used hot springs and baths.

Today, we have the convenience of hot tubs and spas to give us all the health benefits from ancient times – right in your backyard.

First, note that many of these benefits are interrelated – one benefit in one area of the body gives benefit to another. The systems of our body are all interconnected.

Aids in healing those aches and pains:

1. Warm water immersion increases the blood flow to the brain, which eliminates migraines
2. The relaxing effects of warm water immersion eliminates tension headaches and stress, and promotes healing in tense and aching muscles after a workout
3. It increases the body’s natural painkillers to ease body aches and pain – arthritis and other joint pain

Benefits the brain and overall nervous system functions:

4. The nervous system is improved and more balanced
5. Gives lower blood pressure, stronger respiratory system, and stronger cardiac and vascular systems
6. Improves conditions such as PTSD, depression and chronic anxiety disorders
7. Improves cognitive function, aiding people with dementia
8. Helps with other illnesses that are stress induced, including digestive problems and sleep disorders

Promotes healthy skin:

9. The pores of the skin open in warm water, releasing impurities to cleanse and disinfect the skin
10. Skin is strongly affected by stress; relaxation relieves these effects
11. Skin will have a natural glow and look healthier

As you can see, there are many health benefits of warm water immersion.

These are great reasons to consider that new spa construction in your backyard this year. Plus, it’s enjoyable, relaxing and a great activity with family and friends.

References:

National Center for Biotechnology Information, PMC (US National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health). “Scientific Evidence-Based Effects of Hydrotherapy on Various Systems of the Body”. Accessed January 31, 2018.  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049052/

Aqua Magazine. “Research: Water Immersion Yields Neurological Benefits”. Accessed January 30, 2018. https://aquamagazine.com/organization-news/the-neurological-benefits-of-soaking.html.

Laze Up. “7 Health Benefits of a Hot Tub”. Accessed January 30, 2018.  https://www.lazeup.com/benefits-of-a-hot-tub/

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