Saunas and Steam Baths

Bio-sauna | Finnish sauna | Hamam | Caldarium | Laconium

Bio-sauna

Bio-saunas generate a very pleasant climate at 40-50° C which does not overburden the body. Essential oils are often introduced into the sauna too. Therapy can have a relaxing effect or a rejuvenating effect.

Finnish sauna

An extremely high temperature (120° C) sauna at about 10% humidity. Following the sauna the patient cools down outside in a plunge pool. This form of sauna therapy is effective in stimulating blood circulation and strengthening the immune system.

Hamam

The hamam is the oriental version of the steam bath and can be complemented with massages and the application of exotic scents. The temperature in the hamam may exceed 50° C.

Caldarium

The caldarium – hot water bathing pool or sweat chamber – was one of the chambers generally found in classical Roman baths. Tiled or marble-clad caldariums are designed so that the bather spends an average 30-40 minutes there in relatively low temperatures (40-50°C) and humidity of 70-100%; thanks to these conditions the caldarium is less draining for the body than a typical sauna. Used as part of a bathing therapy it is valuable to direct steam jets to the affected parts of the body.

Laconium

A dry sauna taken at a temperature of 55° C. After only a short time the body is heated to such a degree that intensive sweating rapidly purges toxic waste products from the body. Blood circulation is invigorated, the breakdown of toxins left over from metabolic processes is speeded up, and the body’s defences are mobilised. In addition, regular sweating plays a part in helping to reduce stress. The Laconium stimulates the heart and regulates blood pressure leaving the patient feeling refreshed and fully relaxed both physically and mentally. One’s own body should regulate how long to spend in the Laconium, although the following is a general recommendation: 15-20 minutes per session, two to three times a week.