Purpose of Steam Rooms

The steam room has come a long way. Today's technologically advanced designed steam rooms have gained popularity. Steam rooms are readily available in gyms, hotels and in some homes. The public is also more aware of their benefits of relaxation, enjoyment and their effect on some medical conditions. The use of steam rooms are also highly recommended by alternative health care providers because for their health benefits.

Immune System

• According to an article by Dr. Darrell L. Wolfe, Ac, Ph.D., "Therapeutic Health Benefits of a Steam Room," a strong healthy immune system is vital to maintaining good health. The effects of a steam room are stimulating to the immune system because it raises the body's temperature. This rise in body temperature produces a like a fever response and raises the white blood cell count this slows down virus and bacteria in the body helping to keep your immune system at its best.

Skin Improvements

• According to SteamSuanaBenefits.com, sitting in a steam room increases blood circulation to the skin, leaving soft, smooth, glowing skin. The sweating opens pores and the steam helps to exfoliate the skin causing the dead skin to shed and the new to skin glow.

Respiratory Benefits

• The warmth and moisture of a steam room relieves coughs, cold, sinus problems, allergies, mucus and bronchitis. It also soothes and moistens the respiratory tissues. According to SteamSuanaBenefits.com, a steam room produces exposure to a high concentration of steam this makes it most effective in providing relief from breathing problems as it warms, moistens and soothes the respiratory passages.

Muscular Benefits

• Muscle aches and pains are reduced in the steam room, especially after the rigors of a busy day or strenuous exercises. According to SteamSaunaBenefits.com, the heat and steam relax the muscles; relieve spasms, pain and any joint stiffness while soothing the tissues by increasing the blood circulation, oxygenation and nutrition.

Relaxation

• In addition to the health purposes of a steam bath there is also the fun and relaxation of just letting go and letting your body delight in the warm soothing effects of the moment and as you do so know that you are being rejuvenated and feeling of health and well-being will be your reward. In addition, relaxation will reduce stress and calm the nerves; it will also relieve tensions, lower blood pressure and provide a good night's sleep.

Considerations

• Consider safety when using a steam room. The ideal settings for the temperature and humidity of a steam room are between 110 to 114 degrees Fahrenheit and a humidity of 100 percent. A safe time limit to stay in the steam room is 15 to 20 minutes. It's important to drink fluids after leaving the steam room to rehydrate your system.