Hot Tubs & Back Pain

Hot tubs are larger than most bath tubs. The extra space gives people more room to stretch out when they are trying to relieve back pain. Hot tubs can be godsends for people with pulled lower back muscles, lumbar disc problems and arthritis.

Significance

• The potential use of hot tubs for back pain is vast as more children and adults play sports and work out; or as the general population ages.

Benefits

• Heat from a hot tub can relax the nerves and muscles in the back. A couple 30-minute sessions per day can help alleviate and improve back pain.

Other Benefits

• Heat promotes blood flow and circulation, which increases oxygen and nutrients that are needed for healing, according to Disabled-world.com: Herniated Disc Pain Relief.

Effects

• Hot tub jets can further enhance healing by creating a massage effect. For those who are looking for a hot tub for back pain, test the jets to determine if they provide the right pressure for a massage.

Considerations

• The hot tub can provide space for performing certain stretching exercises while soaking. Exercise can also enhance the healing process for back pain, especially for diabetics with circulation problems.