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Kylin Sauna User Manual
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Saunas and the Elderly
The ability to maintain core body temperature decreases with age. This is
primarily due to circulatory conditions and decreased sweat gland function. The
body must be able to activate its natural cooling processes in order to maintain
core body temperature.
Saunas and Cardiovascular Conditions
Individuals with cardiovascular conditions or problems (hypertension / hypo
tension), congestive heart failure, impaired coronary circulation or those who are
taking medications, which might affect blood pressure, should exercise extreme
caution when exposed to prolonged heat. Heat stress increases cardiac output,
blood flow and in an effort to transfer internal body heat to the outside
environment via the skin (perspiration) and respiratory system. This takes place
primarily due to major changes in the heart rate, which has the potential to
increase by thirty (30) beats per minute for each degree increase in core body
temperature.
Saunas and Alcohol
Contrary to popular belief, it is not advisable to attempt to "Sweat Out" a
hangover. Alcohol intoxication decreases a person's judgment; therefore, a
person may not realise it when the body has a negative reaction to high heat.
Alcohol also increases the heart rate, which may be further increased by heat
stress.
Saunas and Chronic Conditions / Diseases Associated with a Reduced Ability to
Sweat or Perspire
Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous System Tumors and Diabetes
with Neuropathy are conditions that are associated with impaired sweating.
Saunas and Hemophiliacs / Individuals Prone to Bleeding
The use of Infrared saunas should be avoided by anyone who is predisposed to
bleeding.
Saunas and Fever
An individual that has a fever should not use any type of sauna.
