In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety is a common experience. Luckily, there are now many proven therapies available to us and one increasingly popular option is infrared sauna therapy, a modern twist on traditional saunas. 

But can sitting in a warm room really ease anxious feelings and thoughts? Let’s explore the science, benefits, and practical tips behind infrared sauna therapy for anxiety.

5 Ways Infrared Sauna Therapy Can Help Anxiety

  1. Promotes Deep Relaxation
    The gentle heat from infrared saunas activates the parasympathetic nervous system, your body’s “rest and digest” mode. This can lead to a drop in blood pressure, helping your body shift away from the “fight or flight” state associated with anxiety. (1)

  2. Releases Endorphins
    As your core body temperature rises, our brains release endorphins, which are feel-good chemicals. This process is similar to the “runner’s high” experienced after exercise and can provide a natural mood lift and reduce anxiety. (2)

  3. Improves Sleep
    Many people with anxiety also struggle with insomnia or restless sleep. Infrared sauna sessions before bed will calm the mind, relax muscles, and reduce pain, all helping us enter into and stay in deep restful sleep. (3)

  4. Reduces Cortisol Levels
    Chronic anxiety elevates cortisol, the primary stress hormone. infrared sauna use may help lower cortisol levels over time, supporting better anxiety management. (4)

  5. Encourages Mindfulness
    Taking time to sit in a warm, quiet space without distractions offers an opportunity to practice mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing, all proven techniques for reducing anxiety.

“In addition to neuron health, far infrared benefits include improved mental health and cognitive function.  Sauna use has been shown to benefit depression and anxiety.”

Final Thoughts

Infrared sauna therapy can be a valuable part of your anxiety support routine. By promoting relaxation, reducing stress hormones, and supporting better sleep, it offers a soothing environment for both your body and mind. If you are seeking an alternative complement to traditional treatments, sitting in the soothing warmth of an infrared sauna might just be the reset button you’ve been looking for!

Here at High Tech Health we have perfected our infrared saunas for maximum health benefits through our patented Ideal Spectrum™ Heaters proven to heat 34% faster and more effectively than the common, panel heater architecture saunas. You can learn more about our heaters here and more about our saunas models here. 

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References

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  2. Hussain J, Cohen M. Clinical Effects of Regular Dry Sauna Bathing: A Systematic Review. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2018 Apr 24;2018:1857413. doi: 10.1155/2018/1857413. PMID: 29849692; PMCID: PMC5941775.
  3. Hussain JN, Greaves RF, Cohen MM. A hot topic for health: Results of the Global Sauna Survey. Complement Ther Med. 2019 Jun;44:223-234. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2019.03.012. Epub 2019 Apr 24. PMID: 31126560.
  4. Leppäluoto J, Huttunen P, Hirvonen J, Väänänen A, Tuominen M, Vuori J. Endocrine effects of repeated sauna bathing. Acta Physiol Scand. 1986 Nov;128(3):467-70. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-1716.1986.tb08000.x. PMID: 3788622.