Almost everyone has heard about how good a sauna feels, and of the relaxing effect of a steam bath which bathes you in hot vapor.


But there are other heat treatments which are equally beneficial.

Lets take a look at what heat does to our bodies; Heat relaxes the muscles and ligaments. When heat is applied locally, for example, with hot towels, it can ease muscle spasms. Heat can also reduce arthritic pain. It dilates the blood vessels, which in turn activates circulation effectively.

When applied to a wound, heat can prevent infection by helping the white blood corpuscles and fresh oxygen surround the area more quickly.