Benefits of Hot Tubs for the Cardiovascular System
Can a hot tub really help your heart? Cardiovascular benefits of hot tubs explained.
Immersion in hot tubs also decreases resistance in the circulatory system making it easier for blood to flow through the arteries and veins. This effect, combined with the increased volume of blood pumped by the heart during immersion, means that the cardiovascular system operates much more efficiently during hydrotherapy.
Since water allows the heart to operate with less effort, immersing one’s self in a pool or hot tub is like giving the heart a rest. Physicians like Dr. Becker see this discovery as an opportunity for developing water therapy applications for those who have suffered heart damage due to heart attacks and other diseases. For the general healthy population, relaxing in water is probably an effective way to limit stress on the heart for a period of time, helping it to remain healthy and strong for the long run.
This is part 3 of a 7 part series. Part 4 will explain the health benefits of hot tub therapy for muscles and joints.
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