What to Know when Using Steam Hot Tub Spas
Suana Hot tubs and pool swimming spas are just the right thing to be in when you want to have a nice close to a long and tiring day. Although it may be quite contrary to the stressful phrase “to be in hot waters” which means to be in trouble; in your case, to be in hot waters is the least of having any troubles. In fact, it’s a way of erasing all those troubles and getting a nice, good night’s sleep.
But the question is what’s there to know about soaking in a hot tub? Well, nothing really serious, actually. They are simply basic things that a person must bear in mind before enjoying a hot tub:
Spa Temperature Control
Soaking in hot water, say 104° F, is alright. But going beyond 140° F can cause heat stroke. Yes, it becomes too hot for the body to handle. And you do have an idea what happens to people who gets heat stroke, right? Really hot summers can cause this, even with air blowing. If this can be dangerous for the individual, then how much more with a body of hot water without any cooling system for the body? Yeah, you’ve got the picture. Also remember, that this can be fatal - and this is no exaggeration too. So when soaking in a hot tub, keep the temperature between 100° F to 104° F - that’s a safe number for you.
Unsafe Steam Spa Hot Tub Soaking Times
Soaking too long in hot water can cause your body to overheat. You don’t want to end up like the shrimp you were boiling the other day, right? A good 10 to 15 minute soak in hot water is tolerable and good for the body. However, longer than that, especially in water with the temperature of 100° F to 104° F, you may end up like steamed shrimp or crab - red and burned! So be cautious and aware of your soaking time. You don’t want to get cooking, right?
Just a Bit of Caution
Isn’t it just idyllic to see a scene from a movie wherein the leading lady, all glamorous with such nice colored skin lights a candle, gets into a hot tub, and tries to relax with a glass - or perhaps bottle - of wine? You just want to be in that kind of situation too, right? Wrong! Avoid having alcohol when inside the tub. Alcohol is a depressant, which means it makes you sleepy and drowsy. The water can also cause drowsiness. Can you add both up? Yes, you may end up falling asleep. While falling asleep isn’t actually dangerous, there are extreme cases of which falling asleep led to the person getting unconscious and even drowned. So, looks like it’s better to have some nice fruit juice instead, right?
Things to Consider
If an individual has body infections, open wounds or sores, it is best to AVOID hot tubs. If it’s in a body part that can be left out of the water, then give it a shot. But still, it is best to avoid hot tubs. Why? If the hot tub is not properly maintained, infections can spread from one person to another.
So you see, steaming spa hot tubs are essentially great, but just remember some basic rules before hitting it - you can’t be too careful!
