Infrared sauna

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Infrared cabins infrared cabins are also a on the market for several years alternative to the sauna. They do not warm the body by hot air, such as in a Finnish sauna, but infrared radiation, which is generated by infrared emitters.

• 3.1 skin
• 3.2 eye

Construction

Infrared cabins usually have a rectangular structure, but are also available in corner versions and with curves. The base form is surrounded on all sides by means of distributors, on the ceiling and on the floor tiles. Depending on the product, these plates are on one or two walls. Each cabin has a controller with which you can control factors such as time, temperature, reading lamp or outdoor light. Additional programs such as the color light therapy are also part of many infrared heat cabins. Most cabins are equipped with integrated security systems that provide automatic shutdown after the set time. Depending on the manufacturer and model of the recommended internal temperature is about 25-65 ° C.

Cabins with reclining seat ( relief of the spine)

The infrared cabin with reclining seat is constructed in frame construction and is therefore to design in its design options very versatile and in various types of wood, in contrast to conventional infrared heat cabins are produced in a wood.

Likewise, the seat in different types of leather (real or the artificial leather) can be executed, especially paying attention to the acid resistance and moisture resistance of the leather. Infrared cabin with reclining seat are designed in generous room size and allow a better fit and comfort. Execution in plate or frame construction with different plate designs. Control unit with touch - screen operation for light, music, seat - reclining position and heat intensity. The recommended internal temperature is about 45 ° C.

Effects of infrared radiation on the human body

By far the most striking the body of the outgoing radiation from the infrared heaters is (ie not already in the air ) is converted when striking the body into heat and partly absorbed. The penetration of heat into the body creates a pleasant feeling of warmth ( deep heat ). One advantage is that, in contrast to the Finnish sauna, the space must not be preheated long and energy can be saved.

Safety aspects

Basically, actions are to be observed on eye and skin in IR emitters. A non- special-purpose or application for too long may lead to consequential damages.

Skin

The ICNIRP limits are designed to prevent skin burns. The defined limit value of 3550 W / m² is considered for an irradiation time of up to 10 s This is based on the assumption that the person enters within this period by the sensation of pain from the danger area. In heat cabins, this limit is not exceeded. When approaching the radiator, for example with the knee pain, our technology automatically avoids moving away.

Currently being explored in various projects, the extent to which IR radiation contributes to skin aging, since this frequency component, in contrast to UV light not been explored so far-reaching. Current results show that irradiation of human skin cells with IR -A radiation leads to increased expression of the enzyme collagenase, which in turn can be a sign of an interest in aging. The combination of sun (71 % UV, 29 % IR) (eg Ladival ) taken into account in the latest sun protection creams.

Eye

Corresponding to the frequency-dependent penetration depth of the radiation, the various parts of the eye are damaged

• Retina: Radiation from the IR-A frequency range penetrate to the retina. Damage could occur by increasing the temperature ( retinal detachment ). The irradiance of the IR -A -emitters, however, lies far below the ICNIRP limits. Even long Staring Into the radiation source does not damage the cornea.
• Cataracts ( clouding of the lens or clouding of the cornea): IR -B and IR - C rays are responsible for this damage. For a clouding of the cornea such high radiation levels would be necessary, which can not be achieved with IR radiators. The limits are based on cataracts. For irradiation times over 15 minutes, the limit 100 W / m² (cf. 500 W / m² solar radiation at noon in southern latitudes ). For durations less than 15 minutes, the limit is correspondingly higher. In Infrared Saunas with IR-C emitters typically the duration of exposure limit of 100 W / m² is not exceeded in normal seating position. For IR -B and IR -A- radiators can lead to slight exceedances in a normal seating position. Eye protection is therefore recommended. However, the radiation levels are still comparable to a campfire in an area.

Scope

Infrared heat cabins are used in residential, commercial and medical applications. In the commercial arena infrared cabins find application in particular in the hotel and spa industry. In the medical sector, infrared cabins are also used to transfer the selective effect of heat lamps on all parts of the body or the entire body. In addition, infrared heat cabins are used in medical centers such as in rehabilitation facilities.

Hygiene

As is customary in the Finnish sauna, an infrared heat cabin should be used for reasons of hygiene only with towel.

Due to the lower compared to the sauna ambient temperature, odor and bacteria can form. A regular cleaning of the wood is in infrared heat cabins, therefore, extremely important. It can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Additional cleaning products may discolor the wood of the infrared cabin. Even with proper cleaning can occur over time for spotting. Any spillage stains can be removed with a fine-grained sandpaper.