THE EFFECTS ON THE BODY OF LONG TERM THERAPY USING FAR INFRARED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

INVESTIGATORS:

1. ASSOC PROF AZIZ AL-SAFI ISMAIL –PPSP

2. ASSOC PROF NOR AKMAL BIN WAHAB - PPSP

3. PROF SYED HATIM NOOR -PPSP

4. ASSOC PROF WAN AHMAD KAMIL – PPSP

5. ASSOC PROF FAWWAZ SHAKIR MAHMOOD AL-JOUDI - ALLIED HEALTH SCHOOL- UKM

INTRODUCTION

It was known since 1950s that Far-Infrared light has an effect on human physiology and metabolism but not much scientific studies.

Some studies were conducted by Russian scientist on the effects of light (non visible , such as Infrared and ultraviolet radiations.

INTRODUCTION

We wish to investigate some of the claims made with regards to the beneficial effects of Infrared radiation on human health, especially on the bodily functions , such as :

1. Blood pressure 2. Reduction of body weight 3. Improving blood circulation (improving the blood viscosity

and clearing the arterial intima of fat deposits) 4. Body defence system 5. Improving and maintaining Genito-urinary system

(creatinine and electrolytes blood levels) 6. Improving the body’s control of blood sugar and lipids 7. Maintaining renal functions 8. Maintaining Liver functions 9. Increasing body’s defence to carcinogens and switching

of oncogenes

INFRARED ENERGY

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

Sauna

A bathhouse or room for taking such a steam bath

Types

Infrared lamps sauna

Far Infrared sauna

Conventional sauna

Most saunas are made from wood

SAUNA COMPARISON TABLE

Feature FIR Conventional

Heat source

Medium

Heat

Operating temperature

Comfort & safety

Sauna session

Profuse sweat

Benefits

FIR heater

Transmit FIR rays

Deep heat therapy

43 – 55 C

Comfortable

20 – 30 min

Deep perspiration

Testimonials, but no clinical study

Electrical stove

Hot air

Steam therapy

80 – 110 C

Dry heat

10 – 15 min

Surface persp

No data

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR)SAUNA EXPOSURE

Far Infrared The very outer of the infrared spectrum Has the lowest energy level- produces heat Using direct light conversion process Have the ability to penetrate deep into the

body

FIR MAIN EFFECTS

1. Raises body temperature:

15-30 minute sauna: skin temperature rises to

40C, internal body temp 38C – hyperthermia

Fever stimulate immune system (increase disease

fighting WBC, antibodies and interferon)

Activates sweat glands – remove toxins, clean the

skin, lower the core temperature

FIR MAIN EFFECTS

2. Increase Heart Rate

Increase blood flow through out the body,

Bringing vital nutrients and oxygen

FIR MAIN EFFECTS

3. Detoxification process

Detoxify fat cells and tissues

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

Penetration of FIR causes 3 main effects:

Raises body temperature-stimulate immune

system-activate sweat glands-toxin-clean skin-

lower body temperature.

Heart pumping faster-increases blood flow

Detoxification

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

How does an FIR Sauna work?

FIR sauna -Duplicate the healthy

frequency to the cells

The tissues selectively absorb the rays-

Resonant absorption

Frequency of FIR matches the

frequency of the water in the cells

Toxins from the cells will excreted through sweat, feces, urine

Need a boost of infrared to ensure the fullest

healing response

FIR can penetrates the body’s tissues to

a depth of 1.5-3 inches

Deep heating + sweating = healing effects + other health

benefits

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

Increased blood flow

Boost immune system

Activate sweat glands

Promote healthy skin

Eczema & Psoriasis

Detoxification

Weight loss

Pain management

Meditation

Psychological benefits

Physiological benefits

Injuries/ accident

Relax muscle group

FIR to Health Benefits

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

Objective:

To investigate some of the claims made

with regards to the beneficial effects of

infrared radiation to the human health

FAR INFRA-RED (FIR) SAUNA EXPOSURE

Methodology

The Effects of FIR sauna on BP

Subjects Controls

Using FIR sauna

Using drug medication

3 months

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