The Science of Sauna
Highlights from Haven's literature review
Benefit
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular
Psychological
Psychological
Neurological
Neurological
Respiratory
Respiratory
Joint health
Joint health
What the research shows
Multiple studies—including a 2,000 person prospective Finnish cohort—showed significantly reduced risks of cardiovascular disease, stroke and improvements in blood pressure among other measures of cardiovascular health.
Studies suggest a strong inverse and independent association between frequent sauna bathing and the future risk of psychotic disorders.
Moderate to high frequency of sauna bathing was associated with lowered risks of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Frequent use of sauna was associated with a decreased risk of pneumonia and improvements in COPD.
More than fifty percent of patients find that sauna bathing alleviates rheumatic pain and improves joint mobility.
Studies
Cardiovascular
Multiple studies—including a 2,000 person prospective Finnish cohort—showed significantly reduced risks of cardiovascular disease, stroke and improvements in blood pressure among other measures of cardiovascular health.
Joint health
More than fifty percent of patients find that sauna bathing alleviates rheumatic pain and improves joint mobility.
Psychological
Studies suggest a strong inverse and independent association between frequent sauna bathing and the future risk of psychotic disorders.
Moderate to high frequency of sauna bathing was associated with lowered risks of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Neurological
Respiratory
Frequent use of sauna was associated with a decreased risk of pneumonia and improvements in COPD.