While many may think of spas as a luxury item, reserved for those that have the means to enjoy the fine life, for others a spa is an indispensable part of making it through the day. The scientifically proven benefits associated with regular therapeutic hot tub use are beyond dispute and even prescribed by many doctors as a form of treatment for pain, stiffness, arthritis, diabetes and more. Some of the basic health benefits in spa ownership are as follows:

1) Stress Relief - There are physiological as well as psychological reasons that a spa so successfully relieves stress and helps you unwind during tense times. Hydrotherapy combined with heat therapy and the buoyancy of being submerged in water all work together to allow your body to release tension, stiff muscles to loosen, and blood to flow more freely. [These physical enhancements bear mental and emotional fruit as the controlled environment of the spa work together to produce an environment conducive to general relaxation.

2) Arthritic Pain, Fibromyalgia – A trip to the masseuse is sometimes the only relief that sufferers of chronic arthritis and joint pain can find. Your spa is literally your own personal mechanical masseuse, at your beck and call whenever you need it. The added benefits of heat for better blood flow and buoyancy to relieve the strain of gravity on your frame make the spa an ideal treatment for both disorders. A spa is a great way to ease the daily burden of constant joint pain.

3) Better Sleep – Heat brings down the body’s internal temperature, allowing for natural relaxation. Unlike the use of medications and prescription sleep aids, the circulation and warmth of a spa encourages the body to unwind and rest on its own, leading to a more restful sleep. The simple relaxation of a few minutes in a spa can lead to a more rested, productive, and healthy life.

4) Type 2 Diabetes – A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that sufferers of Type 2 Diabetes can benefit from regular use of a spa. Most diabetics are unable to endure rigorous activity, and have difficulty with weight and circulation. The study revealed that sufferers experienced a significant decrease in blood sugar levels, and improved sleep after spending 30 minutes a day in a spa. For those who live with the daily discomfort and inconvenience of diabetes, a spa can be the doorway to a fuller, more enjoyable life.