Acute Physiological Responses to an Infrared Sauna Blanket Towards Home Based Passive Heat Therapy

Authors

Arlene Chaidez, St. Mary's University
Mia Gonzales, St. Mary's University
Amaryllis Rubalcaba, St. Mary's University
Meghan Walls, St. Mary's University
Rene Barbier, St. Mary's University

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Contributor

Sven Hoekstra

Digital Publisher

Digital Commons at St. Mary's University

Publication Date

Spring 2025

Keywords

cardiovascular; health; therapy; cardiovascular

Description

Repeated passive heat exposure can improve cardiovascular health outcomes. A novel infrared sauna blanket may enable home-based heat therapy, but these devices are yet understudied. By closely monitoring blood pressure, heart rate, core body temperature, and perceptual responses, it could be determined how a participant's body reacts to the infrared treatment. We found elevated cardiovascular activity in response to the sauna blanket, similar to that observed during moderate-intensity exercise. Therefore, the infrared sauna blanket may have potential for inducing long-term cardiovascular adaptations and become an accessible and costeffective way of treating/preventing chronic illness.

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pdf

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1 page

City

San Antonio, Texas

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