Infrared Sauna Contraindications
If you have any of the following contraindications, you may not be able to do this treatment:
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Have a pacemaker or defibrillator, which may be negatively affected by magnets used to assemble the infrared sauna
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Have had a recent (within 48 hours) joint injury
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Have chronically hot & swollen joints
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Have an enclosed infection (dental, in joints or any other tissue)
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Have hemophilia, or been predisposed to hemorrhage
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Have multiple sclerosis, central nervous system tumors or any condition associated with impaired sweating
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Have a fever, or a condition that makes you insensitive to heat
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Am under the influence of drugs or alcohol
I should consult with a physician before using the infrared sauna if:
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I am pregnant (will require written physician consent)
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I am breastfeeding
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I have a history of heart conditions
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I am using medications such as diuretics, barbiturates, antihistamines and beta-blockers