Infrared Technology
Infrared is the band of light we perceive as heat. We cannot see this badn of light with the naked eye, but we can feel this type of light in the form of heat. Our sun produces most of its energy output in the infrared segment of the spectrum. Infrared rays heat your body without having to heat the air in-between, through a process called conversion.
The infrared is devided into 3 segments by wavelengths, measured in micros; near infrared: 0.76-1.5 microns; middled infrared: 1.5-5.6 microns; and far infrared: 5.6-1000 microns. Among these segments, only far infrared penetrates organic substances such as the human body two to three inches so that the warming effect is very uniform.
Infrared Saunas differ from traditional saunas to produce sweating.
Traditional saunas use steam to heat the air inside the sauna, which then heats your body until you begin to sweat. In order for this to be effective, temperatures must reach upwards of 190 fahrenheit. Infrared saunas only need a temperature of up to 120 fahrenheight to obtain the same effect. These lower temperatures make the atmosphere more tolerable, while also allowing you to breath easier.
Infrared energy is not only safe, but is also highly beneficial for our bodies. Far infrared lamps are actively used for medical treatments by doctors, chiropractors, physical and massage therapists.